Captain Avery Museum

&nbsp;Looking for something beyond the typical sip-and-paint? &nbsp;Celebrate Art Month with Painting by the Peir at the Captain Avery Museum. On Saturday evenings in June, artists of all skill levels are invited to gather on the waterfront for guided outdoor painting sessions inspired by the landscape and light of the West River. Register for one evening or the full series.Time: 4:30-6:00 PM
Dates: June 13, June 20, June 27Registration fee: $25 members/$30 non-members

Local Event: Painting by the Pier

Anne Arundel County

Shady Side

Maryland

Painting by the Pier

 Looking for something beyond the typical sip-and-paint?  Celebrate Art Month with Painting by the Peir at the Captain Avery...

Arts Lab of South County

Shady Side MD

Liminal Spaces: The Masks We Wear

Family Fun Community Picnic — Galesville Heritage Society

Carrie Weedon Early Education Center

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đLast day for students. 

đEnd of fourth marking period. 

Patuxent River Park, 16000 Croom Airport Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

<a href="https://captainaverymuseum.org/osprey-boat-tour" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://captainaverymuseum.org/osprey-boat-tour</a>Three hour boat tour of Jug Bay with naturalist and osprey expert, Greg Kearns, who will share the history of the region, its ecology, and the efforts being made to protect and preserve the vital species who make the wetlands their home. You will have an opportunity to see ospreys up close and learn about the banding process.
The tour is recommended for adults and kids aged 12+.
Greg Kearns, a M-NCPPC naturalist for over 35 years at Patuxent River Park in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, is an expert birder and renowned authority on sora rail birds, ospreys, and the wetland ecology of Jug Bay.

Local Event: Ospreys of the Patuxent Boat Tour

Ospreys of the Patuxent Boat Tour

https://captainaverymuseum.org/osprey-boat-tourThree hour boat tour of Jug Bay with naturalist and osprey expert, Greg Kearns,...

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Schools & Central Offices closed. Juneteenth 

John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

Join JSchaus &amp;&nbsp;Associates for their annual Federal Government Contractors Summer Soiree at The John F&nbsp;Kennedy Center on Monday JUNE 22, 2026 in The KC&nbsp;Cafe, Terrace Level.Come out for this fast paced, high end event to mix, mingle and meet with fellow US&nbsp;Federal Government Contractors, large and small businesses as well as US&nbsp;Federal Government Office (OSDBU&nbsp;+&nbsp;OSPBP&nbsp;Offices).&nbsp; Expected attendance is 200+&nbsp; Check the Eventbrite Registration Page for confirmed Sponsors and Federal Government.Tickets required in advance. &nbsp;Ticket price increase on FRIDAY&nbsp;JUNE&nbsp;05 at 5pm ET.&nbsp; &nbsp;Please visit the Eventbrite Registration Page to purchase a ticket, become a Sponsor, and get FAQ's.&nbsp; POC:&nbsp;&nbsp;Jennifer Schaus jschaus@jenniferschaus.com&nbsp;

Local Event: The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT

District of Columbia

Washington DC

District Of Columbia

The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors...

Join JSchaus & Associates for their annual Federal Government Contractors Summer Soiree at The John F Kennedy Center on Monday...

The GovCon Summer Soiree - Federal Contractors NETWORKING EVENT

&nbsp;Join us as a partner site with Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area in a nationwide initiative led by the Hawai‘i America250 Commission for a synchronized reading of the Declaration of Independence across the United States. Together, we will commemorate and recreate the historic moment when the Declaration was first read publicly throughout the colonies on July 8, 1776.&nbsp;
Community members are invited to take part in this special event featuring a public reading of the Declaration of Independence, live music, and a community picnic. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be available for purchase. Come celebrate our nation's history and enjoy an evening of community and music.&nbsp;
Date: July 8
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM
Reading will begin at 6:00 EST.
This is a free event.&nbsp;

Local Event: Spirit of America Declaration of Independence Reading

Spirit of America Declaration of Independence...

 Join us as a partner site with Chesapeake Crossroads Heritage Area in a nationwide initiative led by the Hawai‘i America250...

Spirit of America Declaration of Independence Reading

&nbsp;Local photographer Sally Patton will lead a photography workshop designed for beginners and hobbyists. Participants will learn the fundamentals of photographic composition, along with practical techniques for capturing better images of natural subjects using either a smartphone or a personal camera. The workshop will conclude with a guided outdoor photography session on the museum grounds and gardens, where Sally will provide hands-on instruction and feedback.&nbsp;
Coffee and light refreshments will be provided.
Date: Friday, July 17
Time: 9:00-11:00 AM
Registration fee: $10/ members, $15 non-members

Local Event: Nature Photography

Nature Photography

 Local photographer Sally Patton will lead a photography workshop designed for beginners and hobbyists. Participants will learn...

Fireman's Field Complex, 250 S. Nursery Ave., Purcellville, VA, 20132

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field Complex (250 S. Nursery Avenue, Purcellville). The festival will take place from 2 to 8 p.m., inviting guests to gather with family and friends for an afternoon and evening of local wine, beer, food, live music, art, and more.
This year’s event will showcase 40 vendors, including wineries, breweries, food and snack vendors, and local exhibitors. Enjoy live music performances by the Rick Reaves Band, The Darby Brothers, and the Franklin Park Big Band. The “Arts in the Garden” section, hosted by the Purcellville Arts Council, will highlight local artists who will create works of art live on-site. Additional activities include face painting and a photo stand-in booth. 
Early bird ticket pricing is available through 5 p.m. on July 17: 
• Early bird admission (ages 17 and over): $5 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink tickets (6 oz wine or 12 oz beer): $8.50 (+ tax) 
• Early bird drink ticket package: 4 tickets for $32 (+ tax) 
• Early bird bottle of wine purchase: $35 (+ tax), available from participating wineries (bottles must be consumed on-site)
A souvenir glass will be provided with the purchase of the first drink ticket. Save time and money by purchasing your tickets in advance. 
The popular VIP experience returns for $275 (+ tax) and includes admission for six, a reserved table for six, three bottles of local wine, six souvenir glasses, six drink tickets, early entry to the festival, special commemorative gifts, and a selection of sweets and savories for the table. 
Tickets and VIP tables are available for purchase at <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>. Guests are encouraged to make a weekend of it and explore local lodging and attractions. Check the Accommodations page of the festival website, as well as the Visit Loudoun website, for more information.
 The Purcellville Wine and Food Festival is hosted by Purcellville Parks and Recreation and Loudoun Brewing Company, with support from Visit Loudoun, Renewal by Andersen, Harris Teeter, Prince William Home Improvement, truHealthNow, Valley Energy, Loudoun Brewing Company, Bush Tabernacle, MotoMember, and OHM Productions. Sponsorship opportunities remain available. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.PurcellvilleWineAndFood.com</a>

Local Event: Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

Loudoun County

Leesburg

Virginia

Purcellville Wine and Food Festival

The annual Purcellville Wine and Food Festival returns on Saturday, July 18, in Dillon’s Woods at the historic Fireman’s Field...

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