Open to artists and non-artists alike, from professionals working in the field to anyone who doodles while talking on the phone. Artist, storyteller, librarian Dave Burbank leads a salon for creative souls looking for an opportunity to gather, sketch, create, and try new things. Prompts and suggestions and group participation encourage us each to learn new techniques and explore our own creativity. Art materials provided, but feel free to bring your own sketchbook and materials if you like.
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FREE Costume Sale
We’re spring cleaning our costumes, props, and classroom supplies, and it’s time to purge! We’ll be opening our office to the community to take items off our hands. Most garments are one-sized or size inclusive. First come, first served. ALL ITEMS FREE. Bring your own bags to carry away your new treasures!
At Only Make Believe, we create interactive theatre with children in hospitals, care facilities, and special education settings. Inspiring joy and imagination, our professional actors engage children with medically fragile conditions and developmental disabilities, fostering social and emotional growth.
Branch Weaving: Workshop for Adults
Branch weaving is a wonderful way to honor the resilience of nature while exploring the art of weaving. We will walk you through warping the branch, starting the weave with the twinning technique, tabby weaving, and incorporation of beads and other add ons. Makers will receive a “Y” branch to warp for weaving, cotton twine to warp, access to our yarn stash and other materials to weave and tack on, studio tools, instruction and support.
Inklings New Fantasy Book Club
The Takoma Park Neighborhood Branch Library hosts the “Inklings” New Fantasy Book Club, named in honor of the originator of the genre – J.R.R. Tolkien’s own fantasy book club. We meet in-person to discuss the works of current fantasy authors, with a focus on authors who use the freedom of the fantasy genre to subvert institutional and cultural norms.
Meetings are in-person at the Takoma Park Neighborhood Library in the downstairs meeting room. We meet every second Thursday of the month through the end of 2024 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
Audience: Adults (20+)
All materials are available through the DCPL Catalog in a variety of formats.
View the 2024 reading list: https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/9872654
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow fantasy fans and explore new worlds of imagination. See you there!
Arts and Artists Book Club
For artists and book lovers. DC Arts Studios member Katie Jett Walls will be leading our new book club!
First meeting is Sunday, Feb 4, 2024, at 5pm with the book “Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us” by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross.
Come and meet fellow art lovers to discuss this thought provoking work.
Amano Sip & Shop
Join us for sweet treats & bubbly – after hours! We’ll have special gifts, our monthly sale special, & surprises that you won’t want to miss!
Discover the Power of Systema: Free Self-Defense Trial Class for Adults
If you’re reading this, chances are you’re interested in self-defense, not just as a skill but as a transformative experience.
Look no further, because at Maryland Systema, we offer a training regimen that goes beyond the mere execution of moves. We provide an immersive, holistic experience that enriches your mind, body, and spirit.
Why Maryland Systema?
Personalized Learning: We believe every individual is unique. You don’t just get a cookie-cutter program; you get personalized training tailored to your physique, capabilities, and objectives.
Expertise: As the Founder of Maryland Systema, I bring years of practical and instructional experience in martial arts and self-defense. My team and I are certified, passionate, and ever-eager to help you reach your fullest potential.
Comprehensive Self-Defense: Systema isn’t just another martial art; it’s a comprehensive system of understanding human anatomy, movement, and psychology. You don’t just learn to fight; you learn to understand your opponent, making you effective in neutralizing threats with minimal effort.
Holistic Wellness: Beyond fighting skills, Systema integrates breathwork, posture, relaxation, and mental conditioning to keep you balanced, focused, and agile in any situation. We offer a well-rounded approach to self-defense that most traditional martial arts simply don’t cover.
Real-World Scenarios: We don’t just train you for the ring; we prepare you for life. Our scenarios simulate real-world situations you might encounter, making your training practical and immediately applicable.
Inclusive Community: Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced martial artist, our community is welcoming and supportive. We provide a safe and respectful environment where you can grow at your own pace.
Adaptable Skills: Systema is about fluidity and adaptability. Our approaches are not rigid; they’re designed to adapt to various situations and opponents. This makes you versatile and highly effective in self-defense.
Ethical and Moral Foundations: At Maryland Systema, we instill not just skills but values. We teach restraint, discipline, de-escalation strategies, and the ethical use of force, making you a responsible citizen and a formidable opponent.
Flexible Scheduling and Locations: We understand that life is busy. That’s why we offer a variety of class times and locations to suit your schedule.
Competitive Pricing: Quality training shouldn’t break the bank. Our pricing is competitive, and we offer various options to fit your budget.
So, if you’re ready for a transformative journey that not only equips you with exceptional self-defense skills but also fosters your overall well-being, Maryland Systema is the place for you.
Ready to unleash your inner warrior? Join us now, and be part of a transformative experience that you’ll carry for a lifetime, not just during a class.
YOUR FIRST CLASS
Our classes are open to adults and no prior experience is needed. Please wear comfortable closes including long pants or trousers.
We train in the grassy park area directly across from the Coffee Republic and there is plenty of free parking behind this coffee shop.
Limited class size, please text Jim at: 301 326 9146 to confirm your attendance.
We look forward to meeting you!
Jim Eglin
Founder and Chief Instructor
Carroll Cafe presents Phil Wiggins w/ Hubby Jenkins!
Carroll Cafe is so happy to be re-opening our venue with two amazing performers – Phil Wiggins, who will rock the house with his nationally recognized harmonica playing, and Hubby Jenkins, formerly of The Carolina Chocolate Drops. Appearing together recently, they are bringing their talent to our stage. Mark your calendars and make your reservations for what is sure to be a sold out show on Friday, October 13th! Reserve your seat/s: https://carrollcafe.seekerschurch.org/2023/09/phil-wiggins-hubby-jenkins/ Door will open at 7.
Please note: we will no longer be serving food & drinks. You are welcome to bring your own, drinks should be non-alcoholic please, and you must bring your own containers to take home with you – thanks for your understanding.
Seniors Music Nostalgia
Myself and a DJ put together old music classics to create a nostalgic atmosphere for seniors. The event lasts for two hours and entails music from the 40s thru the 70s. It also includes dances from the 60s and 70s, plus a jazz singer.
GYSD celebration with Small Things Matter
Global Youth Service Day is the biggest day of youth service in America. Please join STM at the charity corner at the interesection of Carroll and Laurel Avenue as we do some activities to help bridge the gap between youth and the seniors in our community.
Improbable Comedy: Liz Miele
Liz Miele is a NYC comedian that has appeared on Comedy Central, FOX, AXS TV, Hulu and NPR’s Wait Wait Don’t Tell Me. She’s been featured in The New Yorker, NY Times, Runner’s World, Psychology Today and The Guardian.
Liz Miele headlines at the Black Box for Improbable Comedy’s first headliner show of 2023!
Seven Black Minutes
We have some of the most hilarious Black Comedians from all over the country who are super ready to share their hilarity with you. All are welcomed to this show. All we ask is that you respect the culture. We are going to have soooooooooo much fun! Amazing music will set the stage for the comedians to have you reeling with laughter.