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Creative Kids Camp Summer Circus
10am–2:15pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, FREE. A group of cousins spend their summer on the farm with their eccentric aunt Beverly, only to discover that she is trying to rescue a failing circus. The kids pitch in to help and enjoy the best summer ever! By Chris Cherry. 301-397-2208 for reservations.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
The Mojo Priests
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Take the Blues, add in a helping of Rock, a dash of R&B and a splash of the Jazz and stir. Voila! You get The Mojo Priests. Winner of The 2014 DC Blues Society Battle of the Bands!
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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College Park Farmers Market
7am–12pm, 5211 Paint Branch Parkway, FREE. MD WIC, USDA Food Stamps (SNAP) accepted.
Bruce Kritt – Classical Guitar
4–6pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
Long Time Coming
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. From hits to deep tracks. From singer-songwriter ballads to rockers. From classic rock to new artists who will be classic. From covers to originals. From blues to reggae. From the 60's through today. LTC feature strong vocals with multi-part harmonies, tasteful mandolin styling, and a rock solid rhythm section.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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Farmers Market
10am–2pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Producer-only farmers market every Sunday (except Labor Day), May until Thanksgiving.
Deaf Brunch
10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!
Cadillac Jump Blues Band
5–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. A variety of Blues styles, from the down home and raw Blues of postwar Chicago, to lively, up-tempo Swing and Jump Blues.
Sunday Ultimate
5pm, Northway Fields Park, FREE. Free exercise! Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.
Utopia Film Festival Broadcast
8pm, Broadcast on Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Corner Plot,” “Urban Reality,” “Euforia,” “Local Shorts (2005),” and “Dessert Contest (2013)”
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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Independence Day
Postponed 5:30–10pm, Buddy Attick Lake Park, FREE. 5:30–6:45pm Drum Circle; 7:30–8:30pm Greenbelt Concert Band, roughly 9pm Fireworks. In case of rain call 301-474-0646.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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Independence Day
5:30–10pm, Buddy Attick Lake Park, FREE. 5:30–6:45pm Drum Circle; 7:30–8:30pm Greenbelt Concert Band, roughly 9pm Fireworks. In case of rain call 301-474-0646.
The New Old Jamboree
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Hosted by Ruthie and the Wranglers - new songs, old songs, and special guests!
Public Safety Advisory Committee
7pm, Community Center, FREE.
Council Worksession: Economic Development Report
8pm, Municipal Building, FREE.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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Scarlet Begoniaz
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Women’s voices front and center to the Grateful Dead’s American Roots music experience
WORK SESSION: WSSC Water & Sewer Lines
8pm, Community Center, FREE.
Utopia Film Festival Broadcast
8pm, Broadcast on Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Corner Plot,” “Urban Reality,” “Euforia,” “Local Shorts (2005),” and “Dessert Contest (2013)”
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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Thrift Store
10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.
Mid-Day Melodies with Amy C Kraft
12–2pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Songwriters' Open Mic
7–10pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Songwriters' Association of Washington (SAW) open Mic with Paige Powell
GHI Board Meeting
7:30pm, GHI Administration Building, FREE. Open sessions of the GHI and GDC Boards of Directors.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. “Finding Dory”, “Independence Day: Resurgence”, “The Shallows”, “The BFG” in 2D & 3D, “Tarzan” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, & “The Free State of Jones”.
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Wine Tasting
4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
Fractal Cat
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. 5-piece rock ensemble emphasizing classic songwriting, melodic vocals, and a multilayered psychedelic rock sound. Original songs combine the spirit of early rock ‘n’ roll with elements of soul, classic country, and electronic music. Musical influences include Chuck Berry, early Pink Floyd, and John Coltrane, while lyrical inspirations range from Blake to Buddha.
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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College Park Farmers Market
7am–12pm, 5211 Paint Branch Parkway, FREE. MD WIC, USDA Food Stamps (SNAP) accepted.
Donation Dropoff
9am–12pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Green Drop Charitable Donations. May end early if truck fills. Info: 301-474-8308.
The Giant Turnip
11am–12pm, Old Greenbelt Theater, FREE. A live show by Beech Tree Puppets!
Bruce Kritt – Classical Guitar
4–6pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
Contra Dances
Canceled 7–9:45pm, Community Center Gym, $10 (cash at door). Beginner lesson at 6:30pm. The City of Greenbelt is co-sponsoring Contra Dances with the Folklore Society of Greater Washington (FSGW). Contra Dance is fun, fun, fun! It is danced to live music which can have an array of instruments depending on the band. There is a caller who calls the dance by doing a “walk through” before each dance. At the beginning of each evening dance, there is a 30-minute lesson to go over all the basic steps that will be called. Call 240-542-2054 for info.
Billy Coulter Band
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Drawing on influences as varied as Bob Dylan, Creedence and Johnny Cash to The Black Crowes and Squeeze, multiple WAMMIE-winner Billy Coulter, brings his band for a night of inspired, organic and original music that blurs the line between Roots Rock and Power Pop.
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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News Review Open House
11am–2pm, Community Center, FREE. Come learn about the News Review! Try out antique typewriters used in past decades, meet the volunteers, and win a prize!
Farmers Market
10am–2pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Producer-only farmers market every Sunday (except Labor Day), May until Thanksgiving.
Deaf Brunch
10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!
Not2Cool Jazz Trio Brunch
11:30am–2:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
InToneNation
5–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Classic and roots rock, blues and funky ol' soul that shakes, rattles and rolls
Sunday Ultimate
5pm, Northway Fields Park, FREE. Free exercise! Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.
Utopia Film Festival Broadcast
8pm, Broadcast on Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Autism: Made in America” & “American Colonies: Collapse of the Bees”
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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Storytime on Screen
10:30am, Old Greenbelt Theater, FREE. Includes story, craft, popcorn, and short film!
Youth Advisory Committee
5:30pm, Youth Center, FREE.
City Council Meeting
8pm, Municipal Building, FREE. Live on Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and http://greenbeltmd.gov/municipaltv
Grief Support Group
Doctors Hospital Critical Care Conference Room, 2nd floor, FREE. Provides supportive listening, sharing and psycho-educational resources for people who have experienced a loss. In addition to a focus on validation and normalization, participants learn more about the effects of grief and tactics to manage it. These meetings are facilitated by Cynthia Swan, LCPC, grief and bereavement counselor with Capital Caring Hospice of Largo.
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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Families Anonymous
6pm, Step Club, Roosevelt Center, FREE.
Geff King
7:30–9:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Greenbelt's own Man of 1000 Songs—honky tonk, country, originals, and more!
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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Stroke Support Group
1–3pm, Doctors Hospital Professional Bldg, 1st floor conf. room, FREE. Join stroke survivors and caregivers to explore resources as well as learn about stroke prevention, healthy lifestyles and empowerment strategies. For more information, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).
Camp Encore: A Midsummer Night's Dream
1–4pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, FREE. Two groups of mortals—the mismatched lovers and the hilarious amateur actors—retreat to the forest, only to find it inhabited by a troupe of feuding and mischievous faeries. Will everything be set right before the royal wedding in the morning? This production combines Shakespeare's language with original music, movement and stage combat. Directed by Kate Magill Robinson. 301-397-2208 for reservations.
Ultrafaux
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. An acoustic powerhouse of three guitars and upright bass with original music composed in the style of Jazz Manouche or Gypsy Jazz.
Utopia Film Festival Broadcast
8pm, Broadcast on Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Autism: Made in America” & “American Colonies: Collapse of the Bees”
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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Thrift Store
10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.
Mid-Day Melodies with Amy C Kraft
12–2pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted
1pm, Old Greenbelt Theater, FREE.
Computer Club
7–8:30pm, Community Center, Room 112, FREE. Monthly meeting; everyone is welcome to discuss computers and electronic devices.
Open Mic with James & Martha
7–10pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Camp Encore: A Midsummer Night's Dream
Greenbelt Arts Center, FREE. Shows at 4pm & 7pm. Two groups of mortals—the mismatched lovers and the hilarious amateur actors—retreat to the forest, only to find it inhabited by a troupe of feuding and mischievous faeries. Will everything be set right before the royal wedding in the morning? This production combines Shakespeare's language with original music, movement and stage combat. Directed by Kate Magill Robinson. 301-397-2208 for reservations.
Our Kind of Traitor & The Music of Strangers
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
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Creative Kids Camp Summer Circus
10am–2:15pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, FREE. A group of cousins spend their summer on the farm with their eccentric aunt Beverly, only to discover that she is trying to rescue a failing circus. The kids pitch in to help and enjoy the best summer ever! By Chris Cherry. 301-397-2208 for reservations.
Summer Circus Camp Showcase
1–2pm, Community Center, FREE. Culmination of two weeks of intensive circus skills training, newbies and veterans demonstrate juggling, stilt-walking, unicycling, balance board, rolling globe, partner acrobatics, clown gags and single-point and fabric trapeze. Directed by Greg May.
Wine Tasting
4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.
Spring Skate
5–7pm, Springhill Lake Recreation Center, FREE. Ages 6-14. Bring your family and friends at the gymnasium. Roller skates provided free, or bring yours. Info: 301-397-2212.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
Family Swim Night
8–10pm, Aquatic & Fitness Center, $5. Admittance to the pool will be $5 for all families, including passholders. Bring your pool toys and the whole family for fun in the outdoor pool. Fridays June 17, July 15, and August 19
The Eaton Woman
8–10:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $20, $18 Student/50+/Military, $14 Youth. In this political dramedy based on the true story of the famous "Petticoat Affair" during Andrew Jackson's presidency, a group of determined and razor-tongued Cabinet wives brings the government to its knees. Snappy repartee with lavish period costumes. This play by prolific Anthony Gallo is a treat for the eyes and ears. Directed by Trix Whitehall. A Guest Production from The Seventh Street Playhouse.
Black Sheep
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Five-member reggae band pushing the frontiers through jazz and rhythm & blues, bringing American musical flavors to reggae’s African rhythms. As its name implies, it is music made by outsiders for outsiders. Together for more than thirty-five years and winners of multiple WAMMIE awards, Black Sheep keeps its music fresh with innovative harmonies and a fusion of diverse influences.
Jurassic Park
11pm, Old Greenbelt Theater, $9, $6 Senior & Student; Kids $6. Cult Series Films
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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College Park Farmers Market
7am–12pm, 5211 Paint Branch Parkway, FREE. MD WIC, USDA Food Stamps (SNAP) accepted.
Trail Maintenance
8:30am–12pm, Greenbelt Park, 6565 Greenbelt Road, FREE. Trail crew volunteers will meet to help improve the trail system of Greenbelt Park. Meet at the Ranger Station at 8:45am.
A Train Ran Through It
2–2:45pm, Greenbelt Park, FREE. The trolley that bisected the southwest corner of what is now Greenbelt Park was the Washington Spa Spring and Gretta Railroad Company (later renamed the Washington Interurban Railway Company) was first chartered in 1908 and streetcars carried passengers through the future Greenbelt Park until 1933. A terminus in Northeast Washington D.C. was situated at 15th and H Streets and the line served Bladensburg and Berwyn Heights, Maryland.
Bruce Kritt – Classical Guitar
4–6pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
The Eaton Woman
8–10:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $20, $18 Student/50+/Military, $14 Youth. In this political dramedy based on the true story of the famous "Petticoat Affair" during Andrew Jackson's presidency, a group of determined and razor-tongued Cabinet wives brings the government to its knees. Snappy repartee with lavish period costumes. This play by prolific Anthony Gallo is a treat for the eyes and ears. Directed by Trix Whitehall. A Guest Production from The Seventh Street Playhouse.
Just Stones
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. A musical tribute to the Rolling Stones whose repertoire consists entirely of Rolling Stones music that will please the 'Stones connoisseur as well as the layfan.
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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Farmers Market
10am–2pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Producer-only farmers market every Sunday (except Labor Day), May until Thanksgiving.
Deaf Brunch
10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!
Kids Open Mic
1:30–2:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
The Eaton Woman
2–4:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $20, $18 Student/50+/Military, $14 Youth. In this political dramedy based on the true story of the famous "Petticoat Affair" during Andrew Jackson's presidency, a group of determined and razor-tongued Cabinet wives brings the government to its knees. Snappy repartee with lavish period costumes. This play by prolific Anthony Gallo is a treat for the eyes and ears. Directed by Trix Whitehall. A Guest Production from The Seventh Street Playhouse.
Walking a Blind Dog
2pm, Green Ridge House, FREE. Call 301-395-0751 to be let in the front door.
First Position
3:30pm, Old Greenbelt Theater, FREE.
Sunday Ultimate
5pm, Northway Fields Park, FREE. Free exercise! Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.
Fez Tones Hafla
6–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Join us for an afternoon of live Middle Eastern music & dance. Musicians will play exotic instruments such as qanun, oud, darbuka, and riq.
Utopia Film Festival Broadcast
8pm, Broadcast on Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “The Glass House,” “Translumination,” & “Waiting In Silence”
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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Diabetes Support Group
6–7:30pm, Doctors Hospital North Building 5th floor DSE room, FREE. Join people who have diabetes as well as their families during engaging and interactive discussions about coping with this condition. To register or receive a free breast care educational brochure, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).
Reel & Meal
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. A monthly film series exploring social, environmental and animal rights concerns. An optional vegan buffet ($14) is served at 6:30pm.
Deadline: join the GHI audit committee
FREE. The GHI Audit Committee needs to fill a vacancy with a GHI member willing to attend board and other related meetings. If you have the time and interest, please contact Monica Johnson at 301-474-4161 ext. 140.
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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Azalea Trail Walk
10am, Greenbelt Park, FREE. Join a park ranger as we discover the forest on the Azalea Trail. This program is designed for children 5 -12. Parents should expect to stay with their children.
Poetry Night Open Mic
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Come express your inner beatnik through the spoken word!
Breast Cancer Support Group
7–9pm, Doctors Hospital North Building Room 415, FREE. Join women who are newly diagnosed with or are recovering from breast cancer. To register or to receive a free breast care educational brochure, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).
Breast Cancer Male Caregiver Support Group
7–9pm, Doctors Hospital North Building 5th floor DSE room, FREE. Join men who discuss their experiences as caregivers of breast cancer survivors. For more information, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).
Advisory Committee on Trees
7pm, Public Works, FREE.
Advisory Committee on Environmental Sustainability
7:30pm, Community Center, FREE. GreenACES and GREEN Team
GATe Board Meeting
7:30pm, Community Center room 204, FREE. Greenbelt Access Television
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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Pub Quiz
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Bring your own team, or form one on the spot. We will collect a dollar from each participant, which will be the prize for the winning team. Come out and test your knowledge on topics from Aardvarks to Zithers.
Toastmasters Club
7:30pm, Community Church, FREE.
Campfire program: The History of Paper & Recycling
7:30pm, Greenbelt Park, FREE. Learn about the history of paper that dates back almost 2,000 years. Meet at the Ranger Station.
Council Worksession: Topic TBD
8pm, Community Center, FREE.
Utopia Film Festival Broadcast
8pm, Broadcast on Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “The Glass House,” “Translumination,” & “Waiting In Silence”
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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Thrift Store
10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.
Mid-Day Melodies with Amy C Kraft
12–2pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Lymphedema and Chronic Swelling Support Group
1–3pm, Doctors Hospital North Building Rooms 415-416, FREE. Join healthcare professionals who will discuss treatment, resources and support for people who have lymphedema or chronic swelling. For more information or to register, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).
Open Mic with Joe Harris
7–10pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
GHI Board Meeting
7:30pm, GHI Administration Building, FREE. Open sessions of the GHI and GDC Boards of Directors.
Hunt for the Wilderpeople & Our Kind of Traitor
Old Greenbelt Theater, Click for showtimes & prices.
Academy Movies
Academy Stadium Theaters, Beltway Plaza, Click for showtimes & prices. Showing “Ice Age: Collision Course”, “Star Trek: Beyond”, “Lights Out”, “Finding Dory”, “Dave and Mike Need Wedding Dates”, “The Secret Life of Pets” in 2D & 3D, “Ghostbusters” in 2D & 3D, “The Purge: Election Year”, “Central Intelligence”, “The Infiltrator”, and “Tarzan”.
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Wine Tasting
4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
Jennifer Cooper & GroovSpan
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Beautiful vocals from a former professional opera singer, and tight melodies from the band. From Duke Ellington to Doobie Brothers, Antonio Jobim to Adele, Bill Withers to Blondie, this eclectic ensemble covers a wide variety of genres, decades, styles and grooves of popular music!
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Electronics, Styrofoam & Paint Recycling
9am–12pm, Public Works Department, FREE. City residents can recycle old or unwanted computers, and other electronic items. Please call in advance for more than 10 items, multiple styrofoam pieces, or items over 50 pounds. Paint recycling for $5/container. Click for details!
College Park Farmers Market
7am–12pm, 5211 Paint Branch Parkway, FREE. MD WIC, USDA Food Stamps (SNAP) accepted.
Donation Dropoff
9am–12pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Green Drop Charitable Donations. May end early if truck fills. Info: 301-474-8308.
Bruce Kritt – Classical Guitar
4–6pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
City Bus
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Blues and rock with outstanding guitar and renowned vocals by Cheryl Poirier (sang with Kid Creole and the Coconuts and U2 on the album "War", and has appeared on Saturday Night Live and in the movie Against All Odds) and original arrangements by tunes from Bonnie Raitt, B.B. King, Janis Joplin, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Al Green and more!
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Farmers Market
10am–2pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Producer-only farmers market every Sunday (except Labor Day), May until Thanksgiving.
Deaf Brunch
10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!
Annette Wasilik
5–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. With a voice lilting, haunting and unforgettable, this poet songwriter weaves a spell both startling in its intimacy and expansive in its vision. In this special CD release concert, Annette Wasilik is joined by her WAMMIE winning musicians, John Previti (bass), Andrea Hoag (violin) and Kevin Dudley (guitar).
Sunday Ultimate
Canceled 5pm, Northway Fields Park, FREE. Free exercise! Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.
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New Deal Cafe Board of Directors
6:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Members and visitors welcome.
City Council Meeting
8pm, Municipal Building, FREE. Live on Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and http://greenbeltmd.gov/municipaltv
Work Session: Contribution Group Policy
8pm, Municipal Building, FREE.
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New Deal Laugh In
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. CLaw Comedy Productions presents the New Deal Laugh-In Showcase featuring some of the area's funniest comics performing together for one night only! Parental Guidance Suggested.
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Wine and Food Tasting
4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine & food tasting to celebrate Patron Appreciation Day. The food tasting will be a seasonal selection available to purchase or made from ingredients available in the store. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle, and all store purchases receive a 5% discount the entire day.
Cajun Music Jam
7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Bring your instruments and join us!
Advisory Planning Board
7:30pm, Community Center, FREE.
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Thrift Store
10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.
Mid-Day Melodies with Amy C Kraft
12–2pm, New Deal Café, FREE.
Songwriters' Open Mic
7–10pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Songwriters' Association of Washington (SAW) open Mic with Lynn Hollyfield
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Creative Kids Camp Summer Circus
10am–2:15pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, FREE. A group of cousins spend their summer on the farm with their eccentric aunt Beverly, only to discover that she is trying to rescue a failing circus. The kids pitch in to help and enjoy the best summer ever! By Chris Cherry. 301-397-2208 for reservations.
Summer Circus Camp Showcase
1–2pm, Community Center, FREE. Culmination of two weeks of intensive circus skills training, newbies and veterans demonstrate juggling, stilt-walking, unicycling, balance board, rolling globe, partner acrobatics, clown gags and single-point and fabric trapeze. Directed by Greg May.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
A Few Good Men
8–10:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $20, $18 Student/50+/Military, $14 Youth. When do the ends no longer justify the means? This is just one of the questions raised in Academy-Award winner Aaron Sorkin's hit Broadway debut. A Few Good Men follows the court-martial of two Marines in the summer of 1986, put on trial for the suspicious death of PFC William Santiago. Assigned to the case is Lt. Daniel Kaffee, a young JAG with a penchant for plea bargaining. Under pressure from Lt. Cmdr Jo Galloway, Kaffee and the Defense find themselves uncovering a conspiracy, confronting the morality of war, and indicting the Marine Corps Code of Honor. By Aaron Sorkin & directed by Patrick Mullen. A Guest Production from Off The Quill.
The 8-Balls
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Get your classic rock groove on with this great band featuring music from the 60s and 70s!!
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College Park Farmers Market
7am–12pm, 5211 Paint Branch Parkway, FREE. MD WIC, USDA Food Stamps (SNAP) accepted.
Contemporary Conversation
11am–1pm, New Deal Café, FREE. GATE will record this community event.
Jazz & Blues Piano
6:30–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. by Takoma Park’s own John Guernsey.
A Few Good Men
8–10:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $20, $18 Student/50+/Military, $14 Youth. When do the ends no longer justify the means? This is just one of the questions raised in Academy-Award winner Aaron Sorkin's hit Broadway debut. A Few Good Men follows the court-martial of two Marines in the summer of 1986, put on trial for the suspicious death of PFC William Santiago. Assigned to the case is Lt. Daniel Kaffee, a young JAG with a penchant for plea bargaining. Under pressure from Lt. Cmdr Jo Galloway, Kaffee and the Defense find themselves uncovering a conspiracy, confronting the morality of war, and indicting the Marine Corps Code of Honor. By Aaron Sorkin & directed by Patrick Mullen. A Guest Production from Off The Quill.
Zakke
8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. High energy Latin fusion with an explosive twist of funk, ska, disco and rock beats.
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Farmers Market
10am–2pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Producer-only farmers market every Sunday (except Labor Day), May until Thanksgiving.
Deaf Brunch
10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!
A Few Good Men
2–4:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $20, $18 Student/50+/Military, $14 Youth. When do the ends no longer justify the means? This is just one of the questions raised in Academy-Award winner Aaron Sorkin's hit Broadway debut. A Few Good Men follows the court-martial of two Marines in the summer of 1986, put on trial for the suspicious death of PFC William Santiago. Assigned to the case is Lt. Daniel Kaffee, a young JAG with a penchant for plea bargaining. Under pressure from Lt. Cmdr Jo Galloway, Kaffee and the Defense find themselves uncovering a conspiracy, confronting the morality of war, and indicting the Marine Corps Code of Honor. By Aaron Sorkin & directed by Patrick Mullen. A Guest Production from Off The Quill.
Patsy's Honky Tonk Torch and Twang with The Hall Brother
5–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Classic country, Western swing, jazz standards, rockabilly, and plenty of Patsy Cline!
Sunday Ultimate
Canceled 5pm, Northway Fields Park, FREE. Free exercise! Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.
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