Spring has sprung, and with it comes blooming wildflowers, symphony orchestra music from right here in Maryland and much more. Take advantage of the diverse offerings practically in your backyard with these three local events.
New African Film Festival
March 22-23, 11:45 a.m., 1:30, 3:50, 6 & 8:45 p.m. Saturday; 1:30, 3:30, 5:45 & 7:50 p.m. Sunday
AFI Silver Theatre and Cultural Center
8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
The New African Film Festival, now in its 21st year, brings the richness of African filmmaking from all corners of the continent. This year’s festival features 29 films from 19 countries.
$11-$13 | silver.afi.com
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra: Mendelssohn and Bartók
March 22, 8 p.m.
Music Center at Strathmore
5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
Sit back and let the sounds of pianist Yeol Eum Son wash over you during conductor Roberto González-Monjas’ Baltimore Symphony Orchestra debut. The orchestra will perform Mendelssohn’s spiritual “Reformation” symphony and Bartók’s Third Piano Concerto.
$38-$99 | my.bsomusic.org
Wildflower Walks
March 23, 10-11:30 a.m.
Locust Grove Nature Center
7777 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda, MD 20817
For only a few weeks in the spring, the forest floor is studded with gorgeous woodland flowers, including bluebells and bloodroot. Take a leisurely hike through the woods with master naturalists who will guide you through the wildflower wonderland. The trail difficulty is moderate with some trails only accessible by stairs.
$7 | montgomeryparks.org
