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SUMMARY:Winter Afternoon Games\, Puzzles\, Coloring & Crafts!
DESCRIPTION:Looking for an indoor activity on a cold Early Release day from school? We’ll have a variety of games\, puzzles\, coloring\, and winter-themed crafts–fun for all ages! Friends and families welcome! \nCome spend an afternoon at the library and maybe make new friends playing some of your favorite children’s and family board and card games: Checkers\, Chess\, Candy Land\, Go Fish\, Connect Four\, Bananagrams\, Battleship\, Sorry!\, Pictionary\, Apples to Apples\, and more! Desktop puzzles\, floor puzzles\, a coloring station\, and winter-themed crafts\, too! Children\, teens\, and families welcome!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/winter-afternoon-games-puzzles-coloring-crafts/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T153000
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SUMMARY:"Our Earth" Book Discussion Club
DESCRIPTION:Come\, share your ideas and learn more about environmental topics in this space for thoughtful exchange\, around fiction and non-fiction books. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nStarting from a common base to have real discussions about the environment\, this book discussion club is a great way to deepen ideas\, have respectful debates while listening to the points of view of others and broaden our understanding and vision on this important topic. Together\, we may discover new forms of commitment and imagine new sustainable and desirable horizons. \nThis month’s selection is Falter: has the human game begun to play itself out\, by Bill McKibben. “Thirty years ago Bill McKibben offered one of the earliest warnings about climate change. Now he broadens the warning: the entire human game\, he suggests\, has begun to play itself out. Bill McKibben’s groundbreaking book The End of Nature — issued in dozens of languages and long regarded as a classic — was the first book to alert us to global warming. But the danger is broader than that: even as climate change shrinks the space where our civilization can exist\, new technologies like artificial intelligence and robotics threaten to bleach away the variety of human experience. Falter tells the story of these converging trends and of the ideological fervor that keeps us from bringing them under control. And then\, drawing on McKibben’s experience in building 350.org\, the first truly global citizens movement to combat climate change\, it offers some possible ways out of the trap. We’re at a bleak moment in human history — and we’ll either confront that bleakness or watch the civilization our forebears built slip away. Falter is a powerful and sobering call to arms\, to save not only our planet but also our humanity.” — Provided by publisher. \nA limited number of copies will be available at the Check Out Desk.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/our-earth-book-discussion-club-4/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260228T220000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T211905Z
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SUMMARY:Play in a Day
DESCRIPTION:Six professional Washington\, D.C. area theatre companies will write\, direct\, rehearse and perform original plays based on similar themes in only 24 hours. The plays will be presented at the 16th annual Play In A Day\, a one-of-a-kind theatrical event.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/play-in-a-day-2/
LOCATION:Imagination Stage\, 4908 Auburn Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:BUP,Live Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T201639Z
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SUMMARY:Cinema Art Bethesda Presents: Deaf
DESCRIPTION:Screening of award-winning 2025 Spanish film. Free bagels\, coffee\, and tea. Discussion to follow.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/cinema-art-bethesda-presents-deaf/
LOCATION:Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema\, 7235 Woodmont Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T120000
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260224T154306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T154333Z
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SUMMARY:Retro Replay: My Neighbor Totoro
DESCRIPTION:This beloved animated feature from the legendary Hayao Miyazaki follows the adventures of Satsuki and her four-year-old sister Mei when they move into a new home in the countryside. To their delight\, they discover that their new neighbor is Totoro\, a mysterious forest spirit who can only be seen by children. Totoro introduces them to extraordinary characters—including a cat that doubles as a bus!—and takes them on an incredible journey.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/my-neighbor-totoro/
LOCATION:Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema\, 7235 Woodmont Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T192758Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night @ Caddies on Cordell
DESCRIPTION:Come to Caddies on Cordell every Tuesday at 7:30 PM for Trivia Night. It’s free to play\, and there are gift card prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place teams. Enjoy Happy Hour prices from 3-10 PM\, and half off pizza all day long!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/trivia-night-caddies-on-cordell/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Caddies on Cordell\, 4922 Cordell Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260303T220000
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CREATED:20260220T202702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T202702Z
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Yotam Ottolenghi
DESCRIPTION:Yotam Ottolenghi blends live cooking\, storytelling\, and audience interaction in a warm\, insightful stage event.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/an-evening-with-yotam-ottolenghi/
LOCATION:The Music Center at Strathmore
CATEGORIES:Classes/Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T120000
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CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
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SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20251212T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260304T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T211323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211323Z
UID:10001669-1772649000-1772650800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Pajama Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:An evening storytime where pajamas are encouraged but not required. These 25-30-minute evening programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning and introduce them to the culture of reading. \nTickets required! Free tickets are available at the Information Desk 30 minutes prior to the start of the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/pajama-storytime-at-connie-morella-library-2/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T211518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211518Z
UID:10001670-1772730900-1772734500@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:My First Book Club at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Children in Grades K-1 can practice their reading skills through group reading\, activities & games based on beginner reader books. Each session will focus on a different theme. Caregivers must attend.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/my-first-book-club-at-connie-morella-library/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T211644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211644Z
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SUMMARY:Tales of Yesterday: Historical Fiction Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Travel back in time with our historical fiction book club! From political intrigue to daring romances\, every month we visit a different period in time. Join us this March for All We Were Promised by Ashton Lattimore. \n“The paths of three young Black women in pre-Civil War Philadelphia unexpectedly–and dangerously–collide in this dramatic debut novel inspired by the explosive history of a city at war with itself. Philadelphia\, 1837. When nineteen-year-old Charlotte escaped from the deteriorating White Oaks plantation four years ago\, she’d expected freedom to look completely different from her former life as an enslaved housemaid. Instead\, she’s locked away playing servant to her white-passing father\, hiding their past and identities to protect themselves from slavecatchers who would destroy their new lives. Charlotte longs to break away\, but outside the walls of their townhouse\, the City of Brotherly Love is up in arms. Pennsylvania is a free state\, yet abolitionists are struggling to establish a permanent home for the anti-slavery movement\, as southern sympathizers incite violence against free Black people and white vigilantes stalk the streets. Undeterred\, Charlotte sneaks out and forges an unlikely friendship with Nell\, a member of one of Philadelphia’s wealthiest Black families. Nell is under so much pressure from her parents to settle down and marry Alex\, a close family friend\, that the two pretend to get engaged\, just to take the heat off. Meanwhile Nell and Charlotte grow close over their mutual commitment to abolition\, so when Evie\, Charlotte’s enslaved friend from White Oaks\, shows up in the city\, they conspire to help her flee North. Charlotte and her father’s freedom is threatened as she and Nell navigate the abolitionist world’s racial and class politics and ever-present dangers\, struggling to forge a plan to free Evie from slavery before it’s too late. Inspired by the untold history of Pennsylvania Hall\, one of Philadelphia’s landmarks lost to violence\, All We Were Promised is the story of three young Black women–the rebel\, the socialite\, and the fugitive–fighting for each other in an American city straining to live up to its loftiest ideals.”–Publisher description. \nCopies of the book can be picked up at the front desk at the Connie Morella Library\, or you can borrow a digital copy from our online collection here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/tales-of-yesterday-historical-fiction-book-club-2/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260423
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T204912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T204912Z
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SUMMARY:34th Annual Strathmore Juried Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:The table is set and your place awaits at Strathmore’s Steeped exhibition. Tue–Fri: 12–4pm / Sat: 10am–3pm
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/34th-annual-strathmore-juried-exhibition/
LOCATION:The Mansion at Strathmore
CATEGORIES:Exhibit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T211753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T211753Z
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime at Connie Morella
DESCRIPTION:These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning and introduce them to the culture of reading.​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk on the morning of the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/family-storytime-at-connie-morella/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260224T151032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T151032Z
UID:10001686-1772902800-1772919000@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Morehouse College Glee Club Concert & Awards Gala
DESCRIPTION:The Morehouse College Alumni Association DC Chapter cordially invites you to the 2026 Morehouse College Glee Club Concert & Awards Gala. For ticket information and sponsorship opportunities contact MCAADC at morehousedcalum@gmail.com.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/morehouse-college-glee-club-concert-awards-gala/
LOCATION:Bethesda Theater\, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts/Music
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20250815T171340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T171340Z
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SUMMARY:Toddler Storytime at Connie Morella Library
DESCRIPTION:Get up and get moving at storytime! These 20-30-minute programs are full of a diverse collection of books\, songs and fun activities. They are designed to introduce your child to the culture of reading and help develop your child’s language skills. Children are encouraged to engage with the stories and activities\, and their grownups are encouraged to participate in the program along with children.  ​ \nSpace is limited! FREE tickets are available on a first come\, first served basis at the Information desk beginning 30 minutes before the program. Toddler Storytime occurs at 10:30 and 11:15.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/toddler-storytime-at-connie-morella-library/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260224T154433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T154433Z
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SUMMARY:Retro Replay: Princess Mononoke
DESCRIPTION:From the legendary Studio Ghibli\, creators of Spirited Away\, and Academy Award®-winning director Hayao Miyazaki\, comes an epic animated masterpiece that has dazzled audiences worldwide with its breathtaking imagination\, exhilarating battles\, and deep humanity. Inflicted with a deadly curse\, the young warrior Ashitaka heads west in search of a cure. There\, he stumbles into a bitter conflict between Lady Eboshi\, the proud people of Iron Town\, and the enigmatic Princess Mononoke\, a young girl raised by wolves\, who will stop at nothing to prevent the humans from destroying her home and the forest spirits and animal gods who live there.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/retro-replay-princess-mononoke/
LOCATION:Landmark Bethesda Row Cinema\, 7235 Woodmont Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260310T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20250318T192758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T192758Z
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SUMMARY:Trivia Night @ Caddies on Cordell
DESCRIPTION:Come to Caddies on Cordell every Tuesday at 7:30 PM for Trivia Night. It’s free to play\, and there are gift card prizes for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place teams. Enjoy Happy Hour prices from 3-10 PM\, and half off pizza all day long!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/trivia-night-caddies-on-cordell/2026-03-10/
LOCATION:Caddies on Cordell\, 4922 Cordell Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20250930T182144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T182144Z
UID:10000704-1773226800-1773230400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:B-CC English Conversation Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday at the B-CC Regional Services Center to practice conversational English in small groups. Share your experiences and culture with other non-native English speakers in a friendly environment. For more information\, please view our flyer here.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/b-cc-english-conversation-club-4/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:B-CC Regional Services Center\, 4805 Edgemoor Lane\, 2nd Floor\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20251212T205856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T205856Z
UID:10000429-1773244800-1773248400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:LEGO Construction & Duplo Too!
DESCRIPTION:Each Wednesday\, join us in the meeting room from 4:00pm-5:00pm for a session of building with LEGO and Duplos! We supply the LEGO and Duplo pieces\, and you supply the imagination! \nThis program is for children ages 3 years old and up. Parents/caregivers MUST accompany children under the age of 8 during the program.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/lego-construction-duplo-too-2/2026-03-11/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T213208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213208Z
UID:10001673-1773253800-1773257400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:No Shelf Control: A Book Club for Grades 4-6
DESCRIPTION:Calling all readers ages 9-12: No Shelf Control is the place for you! Pick up a copy of “Property of the Rebel Librarian” and join us tonight for a discussion of middle school readers and censorship. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen June Harper’s parents discover she’s reading a book called “The Making of a Witch\,” they become deeply concerned that her middle school librarian has stocked the shelves with material not appropriate for kids that age. Enough of the community and school administration agree and remove a wide range of authors and subjects from the collection\, implementing a ban on even bringing certain books into school. June realizes she’s not alone in opposing this and works with other avid tweenage readers to find ways to secretly pass around and read books that they’ve loved and want to read. When the identity of the “rebel librarian” is uncovered\, what will be the consequences? How should parents\, teachers\, and librarians balance access to reading material with their desire to shield their students and children from certain language\, topics\, and ideas until they’re older?
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/no-shelf-control-a-book-club-for-grades-4-6/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T213359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213359Z
UID:10001674-1773311400-1773316800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Bethesda Reads Book Discussion Club
DESCRIPTION:Interested in joining? The Book Club meets the second Thursday of each month from 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. We’ll talk over the book The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe book chosen for this month’s discussion is The Japanese Lover by Isabel Allende. In 1939\, young Alma Belasco’s parents send her away from Poland to live in safety with an aunt and uncle in their mansion in San Francisco. \nCopies of this book will be available at the check out desk\, while supplies last.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/bethesda-reads-book-discussion-club-3/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T213529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213529Z
UID:10001675-1773336600-1773343800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Board
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of puzzles\, board games\, card games and more! Light refreshments will be served. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to puzzles and tabletop games or are looking for people to play with\, join others in a relaxed evening of gaming at the library. Feel free to use one of the puzzles and games in our collection or bring your own with you!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/beyond-board/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T223000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260224T151206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T151206Z
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SUMMARY:Rick James' Stone City Band Celebrates Teena Marie's Birthday
DESCRIPTION:Rick James’ Stone City Band celebrates what would be Teena Marie’s 70th birthday with a spectacular concert performing the most popular songs by Rick James and Teena Marie! Stone City Band was originally formed by Rick James as his exclusive touring and recording band on many of his classic songs as well as those he produced for Teena Marie. The band is back together with original members Lanise “Bam-Bam” Hughes on drums\, Nate “Guido” Hughes on percussion\, Danny “Blow Danny” Lamelle on horns\, Tom McDermott on guitar and Levi Ruffin on keyboards. The fabulous singers are Mark Love with his smooth vocals and dapper attire\, Jaray Earl who emulates the look\, energy and powerful vocals of Rick James\, and Tanya Diona who has an impressive vocal range as well as style and stage presence that captures the spirit of Teena Marie. They will be performing the greatest hits including “Super Freak” “Give It To Me Baby” “You & I” “Mary Jane” “Bustin’ Out” “I’m a Sucker for Your Love” “Square Biz” “I Need Your Lovin'” “Ooo La La La” “Fire & Desire” and many more!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/rick-james-stone-city-band-celebrates-teena-maries-birthday/
LOCATION:Bethesda Theater\, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts/Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260224T150317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T163149Z
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SUMMARY:Local Writer's Showcase - Essay
DESCRIPTION:The annual Essay and Short Story contest\, and the Bethesda Poetry Contest will honor local writers on March 13 (Essay & Short Story) and March 18 (Poetry).  Please join us at these public events to celebrate the achievements of our local high school and adult writers. We thank our partners Bethesda Magazine\, The Writer’s Center and The Trawick Foundation for their support.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/local-writers-showcase-essay-short-story-reading/
LOCATION:The Bethesdan Hotel\, 8120 Wisconsin Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814
CATEGORIES:BUP,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T213758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T213758Z
UID:10001676-1773484200-1773495000@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Pi Day Extravaganza: A 3-14 Event
DESCRIPTION:A Special Storytime at 10:30\, followed by drop-in self-paced activities about the history and culture of pie-making and -eating and the importance of circles and pi in everyday life! For ages 3-10. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMarch Fourteenth (3-14) is the one day of the year dedicated to the homonym (look it up!) that can either help you calculate a measurement or fulfill your craving for a fruity round baked sweet! \nJoin us at the Connie Morella Library for a Special Storytime about circles and pi at 10:30\, then drop by anytime between 11:00 am -1:30 pm and try your hand at one or more of the self-paced\, individual and team fun learning activities about the geometry of everyday life and the cultural and culinary importance of pies. Age-appropriate activities for kids 3-10 will be available. \nNote: no actual food will be served\, but there will be recipes!
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/pi-day-extravaganza-a-3-14-event/
LOCATION:Connie Morella Library\, 7400 Arlington Road\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Children's Event/Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260224T151318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T151318Z
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Butler
DESCRIPTION:Dinner & Doors 6:00pm \nShowtime 8:00pm
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/jonathan-butler/
LOCATION:Bethesda Theater\, 7719 Wisconsin Avenue\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20814\, United States
CATEGORIES:Concerts/Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20260220T202941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T202941Z
UID:10001644-1773516600-1773523800@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Stand By Me: The Film 40 Years Later
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of reflection\, connection\, and the friendships that shape us.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/stand-by-me-film-40-years-later/
LOCATION:MD
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260315T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T164707
CREATED:20251211T204024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T204024Z
UID:10001612-1773583200-1773590400@www.bethesda.org
SUMMARY:Artist Talk for Deborah Tomlin’s SUTRA
DESCRIPTION:The title SUTRA in sanskrit means to stitch\, to mend\, to bring together\, to heal. This body of work drew Tomlin to a more abstract approach to painting and drawing including the layering of collage materials and stitching directly on the canvas. Text based on comments by doctors and friends during her treatment is also significant to this work. Painting on top of overflowing and overlapping text expresses Tomlin’s grief and anger. Stitching directly on the canvas with yarn and thread reframes her sutures and scars through the lens of darning and mending\, traditionally women’s work\, transforming an object ripped and torn into a material stronger and more beautiful by the act of repair.
URL:https://www.bethesda.org/event/artist-talk-for-deborah-tomlins-sutra/
LOCATION:The Writer’s Center\, 4508 Walsh Street\, Bethesda\, MD\, 20815\, United States
CATEGORIES:Discussions/Readings
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