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    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

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    A silver bracelet above three silver spheres on a black background.

    6:00pm - 8:00pm

    Join us for an opening reception of student work, celebrating the creative journey and body of work of SilverWorks students of all levels.

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    A drawing of Naomi, a fourth-grade student standing in front of historical women figures.
    SHE PERSISTED

    7:00pm

    A musical adventure about women who make history! Fourth-grader Naomi’s field trip to a Women’s History Museum turns into a time travel adventure where she encounters inspirational women who have overcome barriers and made waves throughout U.S.…

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    Contra dancers

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored by Friday Night Dancers.

    Live music by Sycamore with a dance caller!

    For more information about the event, ticketing, and…

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    Choreo Rhythm & Flow square

    10:00am to 11:30am and 1:00pm to 2:30pm

    CHOREO Rhythm & Flow: Introduction to Choreography

    Join us at Glen Echo Park for the first in our new series of FREE workshops for children and teens to introduce you to…

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    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

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    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am to 12:15pm

    Bollywood and Bhangra Dance with Smita Khatri

    Dance to the soul-stirring rhythms of India and feel your spirits lift. In this class you will learn:

    Bhangra--a celebratory and uplifting folk dance from the state of Punjab in…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

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    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

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    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz

    2:30: 15 minute social dance warmup 2:45: Lesson 4:30pm: Supervised, Assisted Dancing

    Prepare for the DC ball season! Learn basics of social Viennese Waltz in this workshop with Todd and Migle which includes 1 hour and 45 minutes of lessons and 45 minutes of supervised and assisted dancing. 

    Todd and Migle have performed…

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    An encaustic artwork by Marcie Wolf-Hubbard

    6:00pm - 8:00pm

    The Park View Gallery presents FLORA— A Celebration of Nature, Beauty & Life, a solo exhibition by artist Marcie Wolf-Hubbard. This exhibition features a collection of paintings and sculpture in encaustic and mixed media and is…

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    An image of artist Ephraim Rubenstein

    6:00pm - 8:00pm

    Join us for the Opening Reception of The Pastel Works by Ephraim Rubenstein in Stone Tower Studio. Ephraim Rubenstein’s pastel works capture the fleeting moments where light and form converge to reveal deeper truths about his…

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    Two paintings by Jan Rowland and Danielle Bensky.

    6:00pm - 8:00pm

    The Popcorn Gallery presents Drifting with Nature, a two-person exhibition by artists Jan Rowland and Danielle Bensky. In this exhibition, viewers will experience how profoundly the artists have been inspired by nature over the course of many…

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    Drawing by Susan Stacks

    6:00pm - 8:00pm

    The Stone Tower Gallery presents A Momentary Immersion, a solo exhibition of drawings by artist Susan Stacks. These drawings are records of a moment of processing. They are fields to review potential problems, identify hierarchy and…

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    Bumper Car Pavilion mural with retro graphic elements on kelly green background

    7:00pm - 10:30pm

    7:00pm ~ Lesson
    7:30pm - 10:30pm ~ Dance

    Join us for square dancing in the Bumper Car Pavilion! After a lesson for all skill levels, caller Caroline Barnes will lead a rousing square dance along with live music by Big Cricket String…

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    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing

    8pm: Lesson | 9pm - midnight: Social Dance

     

    Ballroom Time is pleased to present their Second Anniversary Ballroom Dance Gala (The Fall Ball)!

    Special evening dance with the 15-piece Hotel Paradise Orchestra featuring vocals by Janet Paulsen! Hotel Paradise will be playing a…

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    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Dancers waltzing in the ballroom
    Waltz Time

    2:45pm - 3:30pm: Lesson | 3:30pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

    Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by DJANGOLAYA TRIO with Jeanine Greene (vocals, violin), Charlie Schueller (accordion), Andrew Deshler (guitar).

    Free Waltz lesson included with admission.

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    Tango Brilliante logo

    6:30pm & 7:30pm: Lessons | 8:30pm-11pm: Social Dance

    Tango Brillante presents lessons and a dance. Tango lesson (6:30pm), Milonga lesson (7:30pm), Social Dance (8:30-11:00pm). For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies, visit the presenter's website…

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    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers logo
    Folk Dance

    7:30-8:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Class; 8:30pm-10pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance.

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    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Capital Blues Logo

    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

     

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person at the door via cash or credit. Enjoy a 45-minute lesson…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Contra dancers

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored by Friday Night Dancers.

    Live music by NOVA with dance caller Penelope Weinberger!

    For more information about the event,…

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    Gottaswing logo with swing dancing couple

    8:30pm - 9:00pm: Balboa Lesson with Dabe and Janelle  | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

    Dabe and Janelle’s popular monthly Balboa dance series continues! You’ll find this casual and friendly atmosphere is a great way to be introduced to this smooth style that’s perfect for dancing to fast music, but also great for playing…

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    Choreo Rhythm & Flow square

    10:00am to 11:30am and 1:00pm to 2:30pm

    CHOREO Rhythm & Flow: Introduction to Choreography

    Join us at Glen Echo Park for the first in our new series of FREE workshops for children and teens to introduce you to…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am to 12:15pm

    Bollywood and Bhangra Dance with Smita Khatri

    Dance to the soul-stirring rhythms of India and feel your spirits lift. In this class you will learn:

    Bhangra--a celebratory and uplifting folk dance from the state of Punjab in…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    Art Glass Center

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Gottaswing logo

    8:00pm: Lesson | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

    Join Gottaswing for a fun and friendly swing dance with France's DJOUKIL SWINGTET. All ages welcome, and you never need a partner.

    Free swing dance lesson included with admission.

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    Red District Zouk logo
    District Zouk

    8:30-9:30pm Lesson | 9:30pm - 1:00am Social Dance

    Join us for a Brazilian Zouk Social at Glen Echo in the Spanish Ballroom Back Room. This Brazilian dance has been growing in popularity in the US and around the world. We have an open level class from 8:30-9:30pm with Gui Prada before the social…

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    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    Art Glass Center

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Turquoise and coral graphic for 2nd Sunday Barn Dance

    1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Dancing with a Caller

    Join us at the Barn Dance! This fun-spirited event is suitable for all ages and ability levels. It features live music and a caller who teaches all the dances and keeps everyone moving to the music. Expect a variety of circles, squares, longways…

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    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Ballroom Time logo with silhouette of couple dancing

    2:45pm: Lesson | 3:30pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

     

    Ballroom Time is pleased to present a Second Sunday Afternoon Ballroom Dance in the Spanish Ballroom with music by Djangolaya Trio. Details to be announced.

    No partner necessary.

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    Tango Brilliante logo

    6:30pm & 7:30pm: Lessons | 8:30pm-11pm: Social Dance

    Tango Brillante presents lessons and a dance. Tango lesson (6:30pm), Milonga lesson (7:30pm), Social Dance (8:30-11:00pm). For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies, visit the presenter's website…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers logo
    Folk Dance

    7:30-8:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Class; 8:30pm-10pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance.

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Capital Blues Logo

    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

     

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person at the door via cash or credit. Enjoy a 45-minute lesson…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Contra dancers

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored by Friday Night Dancers.

    Live music with a dance caller!

    For more information about the event, ticketing, and COVID-19 health…

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    Rusty Sal band

    8:30-9:00pm Two-Step Lesson | 9:00pm - 11:30 Social Dance

    We are thrilled to partner with multi-instrumentalist and organizer Alex Lacquement to bring the lively Honky Tonk event he has cultivated in Baltimore to our own Bumper Car Pavilion! Join us for a free dance lesson in Two Step followed by an…

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    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am to 12:15pm

    Bollywood and Bhangra Dance with Smita Khatri

    Dance to the soul-stirring rhythms of India and feel your spirits lift. In this class you will learn:

    Bhangra--a celebratory and uplifting folk dance from the state of Punjab in…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    Art Glass Center

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Nia with Casey Bernstein

    12:30pm-1:30pm

    Nia is unique dance fitness fusion program. It blends 9 movement forms and freedance with the intention to condition, express and self-heal through movement.  The music is fun and inspiring. The class is done barefoot to increase body awareness,…

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    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

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    DC Rawhides logo

    7:00-8:00pm Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm Social Dance

    Join us for DC Rawhides' debut dance at the Park! An inclusive, diverse, affirming, fun, high energy LGBTQ+ dance, where all are welcome, structured so all levels of dancers, including beginners, can participate.  We dance two-step, west coast,…

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    Man and woman performing Vienesse Waltz

    8:00pm: Viennese Waltz Lesson from our dance masters 9:00pm-12:15am Dancing with Live Music

    On 19 Oct 2024, come experience a real Strauss Viennese Ball at Glen Echo Park! Dress up to the nines and join us at the prestigious Spanish Ballroom for an elegant evening of dancing on a 7500 sq feet floating wood dance floor, one of the…

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    Artwork of JJ Bruns

    11am-5pm

    Come see the art of the Stone Tower Studio where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio at Glen Echo Park presents artists bridging the representational and abstract approaches to artmaking. The studio…

     Learn More

    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    Art Glass Center

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Caller on Bumper Car Pavilion stage, dancers on the floor
    CONTRASTOCK 2024

    1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    8+ hours of contra dancing! A premier contra dance event, featuring nationally renowned bands and callers and an amazing open air dance hall. Bring your own picnic for the dinner break so you can keep dancing the day away!

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    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Dancers waltzing in the ballroom
    Waltz Time

    2:45pm - 3:30pm: Lesson | 3:30pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

    Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by  VINTAGE VIRTUOSOS with Elke Baker (fiddle), Paul Oorts (accordion, mandolin, banjo, guitar, concertina), Liz Donaldson (piano), Ralph Gordon (bass).

    Free Waltz lesson included with…

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    Waltz Time Lessons

    2:45pm - 3:30pm

    At our Sunday Waltzes the bands play several folk dances in addition to waltz, such as polkas, hambos, and schottis, and you may have wondered where you can learn them. Wonder no more! Waltz Time is offering a schottis workshop, taught by Dan…

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    Tango Brilliante logo

    6:30pm & 7:30pm: Lessons | 8:30pm-11pm: Social Dance

    Tango Brillante presents lessons and a dance. Tango lesson (6:30pm), Milonga lesson (7:30pm), Social Dance (8:30-11:00pm). For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies, visit the presenter's website…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers logo
    Folk Dance

    7:30-8:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Class; 8:30pm-10pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance.

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Capital Blues Logo

    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

     

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person at the door via cash or credit. Enjoy a 45-minute lesson…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Contra dancers

    7:30pm: Lesson | 8:00pm - 11:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra dance with occasional squares in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, Glen Echo, MD. Sponsored by Friday Night Dancers.

    Live music by Spintuition with dance caller Darlene Underwood!

    For more information about the event…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    DanceFit Logo

    11:15am to 12:15pm

    Bollywood and Bhangra Dance with Smita Khatri

    Dance to the soul-stirring rhythms of India and feel your spirits lift. In this class you will learn:

    Bhangra--a celebratory and uplifting folk dance from the state of Punjab in…

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    Art Glass Center

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Brown text on a tan background reads: Glen Echo Park Fall Frolic. Red and yellow leaves frame the text.
    FALL FROLIC

    1:00pm - 4:00pm

    Join us for some Halloween fun at Glen Echo Park! Activities include decorating a Trick-or-Treat bag and other crafts, a festive fall photo-op (say that 10 times!), a costume contest (will you win for "Most Spooky," "Most Creative," or "Best…

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    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

     Learn More

    Gottaswing logo

    8:00pm: Lesson | 9:00pm - 11:30pm: Social Dance

    It's the Halloween Hop Swing Dance! Decorations, costumes, contests, treats, and fun galore. Costumes are optional but encouraged–because it’s fun. WE CAN’T WAIT!

    Join Gottaswing for a fun and friendly Halloween Hop Swing Dance with THE…

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    Artwork of JJ Bruns

    11am-5pm

    Come see the art of the Stone Tower Studio where the boundary of traditional mediums is crossed.

    The Stone Tower Studio at Glen Echo Park presents artists bridging the representational and abstract approaches to artmaking. The studio…

     Learn More

    Yellow and black filter on photo of Chautauqua Tower

    11:00am - 5:00pm, or by appointment

    On the second and third floors of the Chautauqua Tower, you'll find Stone Tower Studio: a delightful studio and gallery space showcasing the work of painter J. Jordan Bruns and mixed media artist Mariana Kastranakis.

    The Stone Tower…

     Learn More

    Glen Echo Pottery 50th

    11am-4pm

    Come see pottery on display at Glen Echo Pottery

     

    ​Glen Echo Pottery was founded by Jeff Kirk, who has been the Artistic Director, full-time artist-in-residence, and chief instructor since 1974. He managed the Pottery as a sole…

     Learn More

    SilverWorks examples
    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

     Learn More

    Example of Art Glass
    Art Glass Center

    12pm-4pm

    Come see art through the medium of glass on display at the Art Glass Center

     

    The Art Glass Center at Glen Echo is a school, resource center, and gallery for kiln-formed glass serving the Washington metropolitan area. 

    The…

     Learn More

    Man using a camera
    Photoworks

    1pm-4pm

    Come see photography on view at the Photoworks Gallery where their latest work is on display.

     Photoworks is a vibrant and unique resource for photographers. Our philosophy is simple: Creative dialogue with fellow photographers, an…

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    Dancing Planet Contra

    2:30pm: Lesson | 3:00pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

    Contra Dance in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park presented by Dancing Planet!

    With live music by Froghammer and dance caller Caroline Barnes!  

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    2:45pm: Lesson | 3:30pm - 6:00pm: Social Dance

     

    Ballroom Time is pleased to present a Second Sunday Afternoon Ballroom Dance in the Spanish Ballroom with music by DanceTet. Details to be announced.

    No partner necessary.

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    Sarau de Samba

    3:00pm-5:00pm: Rio de Janeiro-style Music and Dance Event

    Set in the historic Glen Echo Park and co-presented by EducArte and Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts & Culture, Sarau de Samba

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    6:30pm & 7:30pm: Lessons | 8:30pm-11pm: Social Dance

    Tango Brillante presents lessons and a dance. Tango lesson (6:30pm), Milonga lesson (7:30pm), Social Dance (8:30-11:00pm). For more information about the event, ticketing, and Covid health policies, visit the presenter's website…

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    Folk Dance

    7:30-8:30pm Intermediate/Advanced Class; 8:30pm-10pm open request dancing

    Glen Echo International Folk Dancers presents a weekly folk dance.

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    SilverWorks

    11am-5pm

    SilverWorks is the studio of artist-in-residence, Blair Anderson. Blair brings 35 years of smithing experience to Glen Echo Park. Stop in and view her one-of-a-kind jewelry creations.

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    8:15pm - 9:00pm Lesson  |  9:00pm - 11:30pm Dance

     

    Capital Blues! On Thursday nights dancers converge upon the Back Room at Glen Echo Park for the best in DJ’ed Blues dances in the Washington, D.C. area. Admission is $10 per person at the door via cash or credit. Enjoy a 45-minute lesson…

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