Feb. 6
Valentines Day family ice skating night
Montgomery County Recreation is once again hosting their annual family ice skating night at the White Oak Community Recreation Center. Along with an evening of free skating, they’ll have games, music and snacks. Price: Free montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/calendar.html
Feb. 14
Black History Month Family Day at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park
Families and community members who are interested in learning about Black History are welcome to drop in to the Woodlawn Manor House for this event. There will be traditional African music, story times, trivia and other fun activities. Price: Free
montgomeryparks.org/events/special-events-at-woodlawn-manor-cultural-park-black-history-month-family-day/
Feb. 15
Learn about backyard eco-gardening
At the Sandy Spring Museum, join horticulturist Drew Asbury for a lesson in conservation landscaping in your backyard. You’ll be inspired to create a beautiful landscape that is also eco-friendly, protecting native species, water and soil. Light refreshments will be provided and plants will be available for purchase. Price: $10 for general admission, free for members
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Feb. 22
Celebrate Mardi Gras with the Potomac River Jazz Club
Get ready to tap your toes along to New Orleans style jazz at Rosensteel Hall this Mardi Gras. Featuring Orleans Express, the Potomac River Jazz Club is promising an afternoon of dancing and King Cake. Parking available on-site. Price: $23.45 per ticket
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Feb. 26
Try birding at FeederWatch Thursdays
Become a citizen scientist by contributing to this national community science project where participants count different species of birds. At Locust Grove Nature Center, all levels of birders are welcome to help count feathered friends in flocks or at feeders. Price: Free
montgomeryparks.org/events/project-feederwatch-feederwatch-thursdays-3/
Feb. 27
Experience a night at the opera
This season at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, “The Elixir of Love,” an operettic comedy, is coming to town. There will be six showings between February 27 and March 8, promising laughs and heartfelt moments. Price: Tickets start at $30.50
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Mar. 14
ACOUSTICS AND ALES
The annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration is back! Join the community in an outdoor happy hour while listening to Irish-latin tunes from a local band and munching on snacks from different food trucks. All ages are welcome. Price: Free
montgomeryparks.org/events/acoustics-and-ales-march-14/
Mar. 22
Sunday Serenade at Cabin John Park
The Sunday morning concert series is starting up again this March with live performances from local music groups. Ella’s Bakeshop will be selling fresh breakfast goodies and coffee on-site. Dancing, relaxing or sipping hot coffee are all encouraged! Price: Free
montgomeryparks.org/event-team/sunday-serenade/
+ SUNDAYS
TAKOMA PARK FARMERS MARKET
As spring produce begins to appear again at this local farmers market, stop by for your weekly shop or for a nice stroll around the different stalls. You can find fruits and veggies, cheeses, flowers, grains, meats and more all year-round. Price: Free takomaparkmarket.com/
