Volunteer at Nationals Stadium Giving Garden
Throughout the Month, 8-10 a.m. Thursday
Nationals Park | 1500 South Capitol St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
A volunteer event with Building Bridges Across the River, a unique experience harvesting from the roof of a concession stand inside of Nationals Stadium once a week.
Free | buildingbridgesdc.org
Live from the Lawn 2024
Throughout the Month, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday
Strathmore | 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
A free live concert series that is family friendly and plays tunes for people of all
ages while creating new ways for younger people to interact with music. A wide
array of musical artists and bands will be on display.
Free | events.visitmontgomery.com
Bethesda Outdoor Movies: Stars on the Avenue
Aug. 2 & 9, 9 p.m. | Woodmont Triangle | 8100 Norfolk Ave., Bethesda, MD 20814
Bethesda Urban Partnership will be holding its 20th annual outdoor movie series for the Bethesda and Chevy Chase communities. The Aug. 2 event will show “Battle of the Sexes” and the Aug. 9 event will show “Sister Act.” Participants are encouraged to bring chairs, as only a limited number will be provided.
Free| bethesda.org
The Stars of The Peking Acrobats
Aug. 4, 4 p.m. | Strathmore | 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
The world-famous Peking Acrobats are making a stop in Bethesda on their 34th
North American tour, showcasing a unique brand of ancient art rooted in
Chinese ttradition.
$28-$58 | strathmore.org
Fourth Annual Montgomery County Children’s Business Fair
Aug. 10, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Rockville Town Square | 30 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850
The Montgomery County Children’s Business Fair is making a return after a three-year hiatus, and children from ages 6 to 15 are encouraged to apply to participate in the event. Young entrepreneurs will showcase their own businesses and have the opportunity to win prizes, with a panel of judges marking top presentations.
Free | mocochildrensbusinessfair.org
Dog Adoption Pop-up
Aug. 17, noon – 2 p.m.
District Vet: Eastern Market | 240 7th St. SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
An adoption event with City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue to meet adoptable dogs
in the area. This event will be held outdoors and may be canceled due to
inclement weather.
Free | citydogsrescuedc.org/events
Foodie Fridays – Speaker Series
Aug. 23, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Josiah Henson Museum and Park | 11410 Old Georgetown Road, North Bethesda, MD 20852
A speaker series in Montgomery County with Bodhi Vasilopoulos, a forest
gardener, herbalist, naturalist and educator. Learn more about foraging, food
forests and more at this event.
$15 | montgomeryparks.org
Rockville Farmers Market
Throughout the Month
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday
A weekly farmers’ market at the Rockville Jury Parking lot including farm-fresh produce, plants, flowers, honey, herbs and baked goods. All of the items are picked fresh daily and selections will change based on the season.
Parents’ Night Out
Aug. 16, 5-8:30 p.m.
Parents can enjoy a night out while kids are supervised. Children play together in Greenbelt, MD with art activities and a pizza dinner served at 6:15 p.m. Parents are welcome to drop kids off anytime throughout the session. Kids must be potty trained to attend.
2024 Library of Congress National Book Festival
Aug. 24, 9 a.m-8 p.m.
A free annual celebration of books ranging from children’s books to complex novels at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in D.C., organized by the Library of Congress. Authors will be available to speak and answer questions about their work during the event.
Around the World Cultural Food Fest
Aug. 24, 11 a.m-7 p.m.
Explore different unique dishes from over 20 ethnic food vendors and enjoy cultural performances at the 2024 Around the World Cultural Festival in Alexandria, VA. Families can learn more about cultural identity expressed through food or celebrate their own; RSVP required
