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Invitational Fine Arts & Crafts Show 2025 at the Free LakeFest Weekend
06/20/2025 to 06/22/2025
10221 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044The Invitational Fine Arts & Crafts Show is back at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront as part of the Free LakeFest Weekend! Discover more than 50 juried artisans showcasing their one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted artwork – from wearable art to functional pieces – with prices for every budget. Don’t miss their booths located throughout the Festival grounds during the FREE outdoor three-day LakeFest event, presented by the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center in collaboration with the Columbia Festival of the Arts! Fine Arts & Crafts Show hours are: Friday, June 20: 5 pm - 8 pm; Saturday, June 21: 11 am - 8 pm; Sunday, June 22: 11 am – 6 pm. Visit columbiafestival.org/cfa-gallery for a preview of the artists in attendance, and check out the complete festival schedule at columbiafestival.org
Gaby Moreno
06/20/2025 to 06/20/2025
10221 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044Gaby Moreno in concert is a soulful blend of blues, jazz, folk, and Latin rhythms, delivered with her powerful voice and emotional guitar work. Since moving to Los Angeles from her native Guatemala, Gaby has released nine albums and recently won a Grammy in 2024. She also co-wrote the Parks and Recreation theme song, which earned her an Emmy nomination. Moreno has shared the stage with artists such as Bono, Andrea Boccelli, Tracy Chapman, Ani DiFranco, Buena Vista Social Club, Calexico, David Gray, and more. She also sang the theme song and voiced Marlena in Disney’s children’s television series Elena of Avalor. See Gaby Moreno perform as part of the Free LakeFest Weekend presented by the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center in collaboration with the Columbia Festival of the Arts, June 20-22, at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront. For more information visit https://columbiafestival.org/lakefest/live-music/#livemusic
Zach Person
06/20/2025 to 06/20/2025
10221 Wincopin Cir, Columbia, MD 21044Emerging out of Austin, Texas, Person plays loud, raw, and connects with his music fans on a primal sonic level. Person has a swagger, talent and grit beyond his years. With the poise of a seasoned veteran on stage and the stylings of a mega star, he commands an audience in seconds. “Reminiscent of everyone from Elmore James and Duane Allman to The Black Keys and Jack White, Person channels a raw, pure-bred American swagger,” said American Songwriter. See them perform as part of the Free LakeFest Weekend presented by the Merriweather Arts and Culture Center in collaboration with the Columbia Festival of the Arts, June 20-22, at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront. For more information visit https://columbiafestival.org/lakefest/live-music/#livemusic
Rocking The Blues, Shining A Light Senior Health Fair
06/21/2025 to 06/21/2025
14510 Homecrest Road, Silver Spring, MD 20906Get ready to groove and move at our FREE Community event! Join us for a day filled with live blues music, amazing local vendors showcasing wellness resources, delicious bites from food trucks (cash only), free information, and goodies to take home. Aspenwood Senior Living has partnered with us to provide additional parking! Please RSVP to secure your spot. Don't miss out-come for the music, stay for the vibes! https://www.retirementlivingsourcebook.com/events/rocking-the-blues,-shining-a-light-senior-health-fair-1482011328
Bugapalooza
06/21/2025 to 06/21/2025
2500 Linden Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20910Join NMHM and other DOD experts for specialized stations showcasing different varieties of bugs (some alive!) and raising awareness of the research dedicated to the prevention and treatment of bug-borne illness. Learn how to battle the bugs or use them to your advantage as you discover which bugs are bizarre, beneficial, or downright deadly. Bug costumes are encouraged! Free and open to the public! For more information and questions, visit https://medicalmuseum.health.mil/index.cfm?p=education.bugapalooza
Juneteenth Bazaar & Celebration
06/21/2025 to 06/21/2025
4850 Blagden Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20906This free event will be held on the grounds of Zion Baptist Church and is open to the community. Plan to join in on the festivities of this family friendly and historically significant community celebration. Enjoy food, crafts, culture, entertainment and shopping. More information is available at https://ziondc.org/event/juneteenth-bazaar
