Whether you enjoy a peaceful afternoon of DIY crafting or you’d prefer to buy a handmade gift from a local artist, Montgomery County has much to offer this December. Check out these seven holiday-themed events to get yourself into the spirit of the season!
Dec. 7
Holiday Bazaar
Browse handmade crafts, holiday gifts and decorations created by local artisans. The bazaar will also feature holiday treats, festive activities, music and entertainment.
Sat. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Rockville Senior Center; 1150 Carnation Dr., Rockville; Bring $ for vendors; rockvillemd.gov
Dec. 7
Crafternoon Tea: Lighted Holiday Wine Bottles
Celebrate the season with a trendy recycling craft. This craft workshop will guide participants through creating personalized lighted wine bottles. All supplies will be provided.
Sat. 1:30-3 p.m.; Casey Community Center; 810 S. Frederick Ave., Gaithersburg; $10; gaithersburgmd.gov
Dec. 7
Jingle Jubilee & Tree Lighting
Take part in the 98th anniversary of the tree lighting ceremony and cherish the holiday season by making memories to music. This event has lawn seating with limited chairs.
Sat, 6-8 p.m.; City Hall Concert Pavilion in Olde Towne; 27 S. Summit Ave., Gaithersburg; Free; gaithersburgmd.gov
Dec. 8
Meet the Artists
Meet the artists behind the works of the Rockville Art League Juried Members’ Winter Show. The show will be on exhibit at the Glenview Mansion Art Gallery through Jan. 17. Sun. 1:30-3:30 p.m.; Glenview Mansion Art Gallery; 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville; Free; rockvillemd.gov
Dec. 11
Community Sing with Micah Hendler
Bring your love of music and song to meet your community and sing together. People of all ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate.
Sun. 7-9 p.m.; Levine Music Silver Spring Campus; 900 Wayne Ave., 2nd Floor, Silver Spring; Free; levinemusic.org
Dec. 11
Natural Holiday Crafts
Spend a Sunday afternoon learning to turn natural and recycled objects into sustainable and personal home décor.
Sun. 2-3:30 p.m.; Croydon Creek Nature Center; 852 Avery Road, Rockville; $12-$14; rockvillemd.gov
Dec. 14
Tula’s Holiday Drag Show
Throw on an ugly sweater and grab tickets for an evening of songs, style and sass with Tula and her gal pals.
Sat. 8:30 p.m.; Blackrock Center for the Arts; 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown; $45; blackrockcenter.org
