Greenbelt
Community
Calendar
Community
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December 2016 |
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Thrift Store 10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.Songwriters' Open Mic 7–10pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Songwriters' Association of Washington (SAW) open Mic with Paige PowellGHI Board Meeting 7:30pm, GHI Administration Building, FREE. Open sessions of the GHI and GDC Boards of Directors. | 2
The Roustabouts 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Original, upbeat take on the blues that wanders into the worlds of funk, R&B and rock with the fiddle as the x-factor. | 3
Breakfast with Santa 8–11am, Greenbelt American Legion, Free for ages 12 & under; others $7. Greenbelt Lions Club and American Legion Post 136 serve pancakes, sausages, and eggs. Photos with Santa, laughter & merriment!
More info: 301-474-8964 or 301-474-3766.Grand Reopening of Lake Forebay 10am–12pm, Buddy Attick Lake Park, FREE. See the improved forebays at Greenbelt Lake! PG Public Works and the Clean Water Partnership have developed a sustainable environment for you our amphibian friends. Presentation starts 10 am in Public Works followed by a walking tour around the lake with free refreshments and fun kids activities.GATE Orientation Class 10am, Greenbelt Community Center, Suite 204, FREE. Learn how to become a member of GATe! Start creating your own videos! RSVP to greenbeltaccess@gmail.com to get our policies & procedures handbook.The Bad Influence Band 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. This four-piece group breathes new life and fresh energy into blues & roots music and are unabashed crowd pleasers thanks to their expert ensemble playing, strong melodies, addictive grooves, sly original songwriting and sheer intensity. | ||||
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Holiday Farmers Market 10am–2pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Producer-only farmers market. This special market includes wreaths, gift baskets and holiday food--the last market of the year!Deaf Brunch 10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!L'Strassed 3rd Annual Holiday Sip and Shop 12–4pm, Angels Touch Spa, Roosevelt Center, 133 Centerway 2nd floor, FREE. Book Discussion: “Evicted†1pm, Mishkan Torah, FREE. A discussion of Matthew Desmond’s book led by Mark Shroder, Ph.D., member of Mishkan Torah and expert on low-income housing policy.Sunday Ultimate 3pm, Northway Fields, FREE. Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.Buck and the Boomers 5–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Buck Stone with Tom McLaughlin (mando/guitar) and Eric Glaser (upright bass), with sultry vocals and percussion by Elizabeth Melvin. A lively mix of blues/swing, bluegrass, honky-tonk country and oldies, along with Buck's quirky, catchy originals.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Wheelchair Diaries (2013)â€, “Finding Manjurshri (2013)â€, “Black Rock Creek (2014)†& “Connected by Coffee (2014)†| 5
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The New Old Jamboree 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Hosted by Ruthie and the Wranglers - new songs, old songs, and special guests!Zero Waste Information 8–9pm, Old Greenbelt Theatre, FREE. | 7
Pearl Harbor Day Forum 5–8pm, American Legion, FREE. This year’s program will focus on the Korean War with author James N. Butcher, who wrote Korea: Traces of a Forgotten War.“Before the Flood†7pm, Community Center Room #114, FREE. DiCaprio’s film shows viewers
how climate change affects the
environment and what society can
do to prevent the demise of endangered
species, ecosystems and
native communities across the
planet.4ThaGruv 7:30–9:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Smooth sounds of Contemporary Jazz with a twist of Funk. This Band of 5 seasoned musicians puts their spin on tunes by artists you know and love, from Jeff Lorber to Hall and Oates, also delivering fresh arrangements of cherished Jazz Standards. Part of Jazz Under The Stars, sponsored by FONDCA.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Wheelchair Diaries (2013)â€, “Finding Manjurshri (2013)â€, “Black Rock Creek (2014)†& “Connected by Coffee (2014)†| 8
Thrift Store 10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.Computer Club 7–8:30pm, Community Center, Room 112, FREE. Monthly meeting; everyone is welcome to discuss computers and electronic devices. | 9
Wine Tasting 4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Wheelchair Diaries (2013)â€, “Finding Manjurshri (2013)â€, “Black Rock Creek (2014)†& “Connected by Coffee (2014)â€Ursula Ricks Project 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. With astounding, sultry vocals, a fresh approach to song writing, and a funky & gritty performance, powerhouse Ursala Ricks leads her Soul & Blues band to unchartered territory.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 10
Donation Dropoff 9am–12pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Green Drop Charitable Donations. May end early if truck fills. Info: 301-474-8308.Peace Gathering 4pm, Peace Pole on the hill behind the Greenbelt Library, FREE. See ad on Page 8 of the December 8 News Review.Community Church Christmas Concert 7:30pm, Greenbelt Community Church, FREE. Holiday cookies, individually
or by the dozen, will be available
for purchase at intermission. A
free-will offering will be accepted
and will support the local, national
and international charities
of the church.The Chromatics 8pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $17; $15 students/sen/mil; $12 youth. The Chromatics' "Jingle Jangle Jam" includes a mixture of traditional holiday tunes and neo-classics, tossed together with offbeat originals about life in our modern high-tech world.The U-Liners 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Socially conscious Americana band playing a wide variety of roots-rock including bluegrass, rock'n roll, country, folk, swing, folk-rock, country-rock, blues, rhythm & blues, soul, and more!“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. |
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Deaf Brunch 10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!Sunday Ultimate Canceled 3pm, Northway Fields, FREE. Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.Kiva 5–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Acoustic World Music for the Spirit! Using mythological stories and images, KIVA weaves a rainbow tapestry of ancient cultures and natural imagery into energizing mystical folk music for all ages.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2013)â€,
“Masque (2013)â€, “A Quest for Peace (2013)â€
& “The First Step (2014)â€â€œLoving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 12
City Council Meeting 8pm, Municipal Building, FREE. Live on Verizon 21, Comcast 71 and http://greenbeltmd.gov/municipaltvGrief Support Group Doctors Hospital Critical Care Conference Room, 2nd floor, FREE. Provides supportive listening, sharing and psycho-educational resources for people who have experienced a loss. In addition to a focus on validation and normalization, participants learn more about the effects of grief and tactics to manage it. These meetings are facilitated by Cynthia Swan, LCPC, grief and bereavement counselor with Capital Caring Hospice of Largo.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 13
Lymphedema and Chronic Swelling Support Group 12:30–2pm, Doctors Hospital 5th Floor, DSE Room, FREE. Join healthcare professionals who will discuss treatment, resources and support for people who have lymphedema or chronic swelling. For more information or to register, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).Ballet @ the Library 4pm, Greenbelt Library, FREE. For children up to 12 years old. The Connect the Dots Dance
Company presents an interactive performance of excerpts from
The Nutcracker with beautiful costumes and music.Bones Jugs 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. With bones, jug, xylophone, kazoos, resonator guitar, 6-string banjo, upright bass, trap kit, horns, washboard and a medley of knick-knacks and noise makers, Bones Jugs conjures an eclectic acoustic sound that's a 21st century spin on early American music.Masters of Silent Comedy: Chaplin & Keaton 7pm, Old Greenbelt Theatre, FREE. Presented by the Peacherine Ragtime Society
Orchestra.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 14
Stroke Support Group 1–3pm, Doctors Hospital Professional Bldg, 1st floor conf. room, FREE. Join stroke survivors and caregivers to explore resources as well as learn about stroke prevention, healthy lifestyles and empowerment strategies. For more information, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).Around the Co-op Series 4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The program will draw inspiration from around the store as we explore one of the departments, aisles, or some new products.
We will bring out some less familiar items and even some old favorites. We will also highlight some of the lesser known store services. We will provide samples and discounts when possible, and we will always strive to expose customers to “the rest of the store.â€Moose Jaw 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. A 5 piece bluegrass cooperative hailing from the foggy hollers of the DC metropolitan area.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2013)â€,
“Masque (2013)â€, “A Quest for Peace (2013)â€
& “The First Step (2014)â€â€œLoving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 15
Thrift Store 10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.GHI Board Meeting 7:30pm, GHI Administration Building, FREE. Open sessions of the GHI and GDC Boards of Directors.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 16
Wine Tasting 4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.Christmas Concert 6:30pm, Mowatt Methodist Church, FREE. What Sweeter Music,
A Cantata for Christmas by
John Leavitt, with refreshments after.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “The Ghastly Love of Johnny X (2013)â€,
“Masque (2013)â€, “A Quest for Peace (2013)â€
& “The First Step (2014)â€InToneNation 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Classic and roots rock, blues and funky ol' soul that shakes, rattles and rolls“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 17
Book signing & reading: David Grinspoon 1–3pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Grinspoon's Earth In Human Hands: Shaping Our Planet's Future spells it out: A single species is inducing more profound changes to our planet than any other organism in geologic history.The Badger Band 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. One of the Mid-Atlantic’s premier purveyors of fresh jams, inspired originals, rockin’ tunes & sonorous songs! Featuring members of the legendary Jello Boys!“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. |
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Deaf Brunch 10:30am–12pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Deaf and hearing people socialize together using sign language. Newcomers welcome!Sunday Ultimate Canceled 3pm, Northway Fields, FREE. Women and men welcome for energetic non-contact pickup ultimate frisbee. Every Sunday, weather permitting—click to confirm time & location.Fez Tones Hafla 6–8pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Join us for an afternoon of live Middle Eastern music & dance. Musicians will play exotic instruments such as qanun, oud, darbuka, and riq.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 19
Diabetes Support Group 6–7:30pm, Doctors Hospital North Building 5th floor DSE room, FREE. Join people who have diabetes as well as their families during engaging and interactive discussions about coping with this condition. To register or receive a free breast care educational brochure, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).Reel & Meal 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. A monthly film series exploring social, environmental and animal rights concerns. An optional vegan buffet ($14) is served at 6:30pm.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 20
Poetry Night Open Mic 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Come express your inner beatnik through the spoken word!Breast Cancer Support Group 7–9pm, Doctors Hospital North Building Room 415, FREE. Join women who are newly diagnosed with or are recovering from breast cancer. To register or to receive a free breast care educational brochure, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).Breast Cancer Male Caregiver Support Group 7–9pm, Doctors Hospital North Building 5th floor DSE room, FREE. Join men who discuss their experiences as caregivers of breast cancer survivors. For more information, call 301-DCH-4YOU (301-324-4968).“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 21
Pub Quiz 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Bring your own team, or form one on the spot. We will collect a dollar from each participant, which will be the prize for the winning team. Come out and test your knowledge on topics from Aardvarks to Zithers.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 22
Thrift Store 10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes.Songwriters' Open Mic 7–10pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Songwriters' Association of Washington (SAW) open Mic with Lynn Hollyfield“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 23
Wine Tasting 4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. | 24
Donation Dropoff 9am–12pm, Municipal Building Parking Lot, FREE. Green Drop Charitable Donations. May end early if truck fills. Info: 301-474-8308.“Loving†Old Greenbelt Theatre, Click for showtimes & prices. The story of the interracial marriage
of white construction worker Richard Loving and black teenager
Mildred Jeter in 1958 Virginia. |
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Christmas City offices closed.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Music of the Brain (2010),†“God Has Arrived
(2012),â€and “Strong Enough to Fight (2013)†| 26
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New Deal Laugh In 7–9pm, New Deal Café, FREE. CLaw Comedy Productions presents the New Deal Laugh-In Showcase featuring some of the area's funniest comics performing together for one night only! Parental Guidance Suggested. | 28
Jan Knutson 7–9:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. Greenbelt's jazz guitarist extraordinaire and Artist in Residence for Strathmore, accompanied by Steve Abshire.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Music of the Brain (2010),†“God Has Arrived
(2012),â€and “Strong Enough to Fight (2013)†| 29
Thrift Store 10am–4pm, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, FREE. Donations of clothing in good condition also welcome. Donation forms available for tax purposes. | 30
Wine Tasting 4–7pm, Greenbelt Co-Op, FREE. The Greenbelt Co-op Supermarket & Pharmacy will be offering a free wine tasting featuring wines selected by our resident wine consultant. Anyone who decides to purchase a tasting wine will receive $1 off the price of each bottle.Utopia Film Broadcast 8pm, Comcast 77 & Verizon 19, FREE. “Music of the Brain (2010),†“God Has Arrived
(2012),â€and “Strong Enough to Fight (2013)â€The Big Boy Little Band 8:30–11:30pm, New Deal Café, FREE. The kind of blues you used to hear on a distant radio station broadcasting from somewhere down south, late at night. The kind of blues that makes you want to go somewhere and dance or shout or just be alive. Those kinds of blues. | 31
New Year’s Evening with Friends 8:30pm, Greenbelt Arts Center, $15. Among the talented performers:
Greenbelt Mayor Emmett Jordan
Greenbelt City Council member Konrad Herling
Patricia Walters, City Environmental Sustainability Committee
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