DC Thrifty Mom’s
FREE Things To Do
THIS WEEKEND
in the Washington DC Metro Area:
October 18 & 19, 2014
Always call or check the event website before heading out;
Event information is subject to change.
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***Washington D.C.***
Saturday Morning at the National - Molly Moores’ Midsummer Night’s Dream
The National Theatre
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 9:30 am & 11:00 am ∙ FREE!
Set off on a wild adventure full of magic spells, mischievous fairies and mistaken love in Molly’s zany adaptation of Shakespeare’s 400-year old script. Under her expert guidance, kids take key roles in this beloved play set in an enchanted forest.
2014 Fall Garden Tours
White House
Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE Admission but ticket required!
During this event, visitors can see the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden, Rose Garden and South Lawn of the White House. Additionally, the White House Kitchen Garden – the first vegetable garden at the White House since Eleanor Roosevelt’s Victory Garden – will be accessible to guests.
St John’s Book Fair 2014
St John’s Episcopal Preschool
Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE Admission!
Book Sale & Bake Sale ∙ Miss Patti Sing-Along (11:00 am) ∙ Crafts, Face Painting & Lunch Note: Book Sale only on Sunday
8th Annual Fall Fair – “Save the Music Program”
Mitchell Park, 23rd and S Streets, NW
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE Admission!
With pumpkin decorating, musicians & dancers, international food, wagon-led hayrides for toddlers, crafts, face painting, moon bounce, games and much much more…INCLUDING LIVE ENTERTAINMENT!
3rd Annual Hillcrest Day
Anne Beers Elementary School – Field
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE Admission!
The community of Hillcrest warmly invites you to the 3rd Annual Hillcrest Day celebration. Join neighbors and friends for an exciting day of music and outdoor
fun! There’s something for everyone: MOONBOUNCE, ARTS & CRAFTS, FACE PAINTING, FOOD/DRINKS, INFLATABLE FIRE TRUCK SLIDE, PUMPKIN CARVE CONTEST, BOOK DRIVE, DJ/MUSIC, AND MUCH MORE…
Explore the Past: Textiles
DAR Museum
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 1:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Fall is a chilly time of year, so bundle up! Ever wonder where your clothes come from? Try your hand at making wool into yarn, explore a silkworm cocoon, and discover how people made clothing before there were factories. Drop-in, for all ages. This program is also part of the Neighbors to the President Consortium Fall Festival.
Portrait Story Days: Juliette Gordon Lowe
National Portrait Gallery – 1st Floor, education center, E151
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 1:00 pm & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Young visitors and their families may drop in to listen to a story about an influential person in the Portrait Gallery’s collection and create a piece of art inspired by his or her portrait.
Daniel Burkholder/The PlayGround
Presented by: Dance Place
Venue: Arts Plaza at Monroe Street Market
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 1:30 pm ∙ FREE!
Acts of Arriving is an 8-hour, outdoor, traveling, multi-site performance project exploring and connecting specific Metro D.C. neighborhoods by examining the meaning and emergence of community through individual and collective engagement. The work combines movement with text, live music, and unique audience participation as an entry to delve into questions of “where are we from?” and “where are we now?” in real time. Also today: Daniel Burkholder presented by: Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage at 6:00 pm on the North Plaza.
Beijing Jinfang Student Art Troupe
Presented by: DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
Venue: Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ FREE but you must reserve tickets
Join students from 80 schools across China for an exciting afternoon of traditional Chinese folk dance, music, theatre and Beijing Opera.
ImaginAsia: Archaeological Adventures
Arthur M. Sackler Gallery – ImaginAsia classroom, sublevel 2
Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ FREE!
In this workshop, families take a focused, self-guided tour of Unearthing Arabia: The Archaeological Adventures of Wendell Phillips. A studio project in the classroom will allow participants to practice the same observational skills used in the galleries. For children ages 8 to 14 with adult companions. ***Special Event on Saturday, 1:00 pm - International Archaeology Day - In celebration of International Archaeology Day and Unearthing Arabia: The Archaeological Adventures of Wendell Phillips, discover what it’s like to work on an archaeological dig in the remote deserts of Arabia. At 1:15 pm, join docents in the exhibition to read original records and see treasures from an actual expedition in the 1950s. At 2 pm, families are invited to explore the exhibition and then participate in a hands-on learning project in the ImaginAsia classroom. At 3:15 pm, meet archaeologist Zaydoon Zaid, who has led expeditions in Yemen and was an advisor for Unearthing Arabia.
Rhythm Café: The Cultural World of Oscar Brown Jr.
Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz featuring the music of Oscar Brown Jr. Brown was not only a respected musician, but was also a singer, songwriter, playwright, poet, and civil rights activist.
Adams Morgan PorchFest
Adams Morgan Neighborhood – 18 Street and Columbia Road, NW
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 3:00 pm ∙ FREE!
It may never be easier to get up close and personal with the musical talent of Washington than at the second annual Adams Morgan PorchFest when the front porches of homes and a few local businesses are transformed into intimate performance spaces to be enjoyed by anyone who happens to stroll by. Inspired by similar PorchFest events across the country aimed at creating a family friendly, neighborhood-based alternative to the nightclub music scene, Adams Morgan’s version will span an eclectic range of styles from Brazilian, Irish and jazz, to indie rock, children’s music and even Egyptian Nubian folkloric.
Kinobe
Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 6:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Born near Lake Victoria in Uganda, Kinobe (Chi-no-bay) is a gifted multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and composer known for his inspired synthesis of African roots and global fusion.
***Maryland***
FREE FALL BALTIMORE IS BACK FOR 2014!
Various venues
Throughout October ∙ FREE!
Free Fall Baltimore celebrates its ninth year by bringing wonderful free cultural activities to your doorstep. With more than 250 unique events anticipated, you’ll be able to find an exciting activity on almost every day in October. Note: All activities listed are FREE, but many events require advance registration. View the schedule here.
American Indian Festival
Patuxent River Park
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE!
Celebrate the rich and diverse Native American Indian cultures and heritage! This event will feature live entertainment, storytelling, weaving, food sampling and interactive exhibits. Attend the event for a multitude of other exciting activities.
Multiple raffles include a hand-woven “Pendleton” blanket and a Native American style flute. (You must be present to win the raffle)
ECC Fall Festival
Early Childhood Center
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE!
Games ∙ Prizes ∙ Food ∙ Entertainment ∙ Inflatable Bouncer ∙ Fun Run
Annual Fall Festival
SOUTH MOUNTAIN CREAMERY
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:00 am & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE Admission & parking!
South Mountain Creamery’s goal is to INSTILL healthy eating habits, EDUCATE about the benefits of local agriculture, and PROVIDE a sustainable future for our children. Festival information here.
Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show
Glenview Mansion
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE!
The grounds of Glenview Mansion are transformed when more than 550 antique and classic automobiles go on display. From Packard to Ferrari, 30 car clubs are represented during this grand event while auto collectors and enthusiasts share the fond memories of the classic cars of yesteryear.
17th Annual Bethesda Row Arts Festival
Outdoors – Woodmont and Bethesda Avenues, Elm Street
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 11:00 am & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE Admission!
The Bethesda Row Arts Festival transforms four blocks downtown Bethesda into an outdoor art gallery featuring fine arts and crafts for sale from 190 museum quality artists in the Bethesda Row area of Bethesda, Maryland. Here is a link to the Festival map showing artist booth locations, parking, dining, shopping and more. View the Official 2014 Festival Program
Aspen Hill Community Festival
Aspen Hill Library
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE!
The Friends of the Library, Aspen Hill Chapter, invite you to join us at the annual Aspen Hill Community Festival. Activities for children and adults all day, plus: 11 am and 12:15 pm – Kaydee Puppets ∙ 1:30 – Magician Tom Lilly ∙ 2:30 – Balloon Animals and Temporary Tattoos
Glen Echo Fire Department – Open House
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE, with hope of a small donation
Featuring fire department apparatus to look at and sit in, hourly kitchen fire demonstrations, a junior fire-fighting training simulator, and more.
The department will have hot dogs, chips, cookies, and drinks available for the public to enjoy.
6th Annual World of Montgomery Festival
Westfield Wheaton
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 12:00 pm ∙ FREE Admission!
Celebrate the diverse cultural heritages which play an active role in the lives of Montgomery County residents and communities. The festival showcases this rich diversity through food, music, dance, traditional arts and hands-on projects for children and families.
Family Nature Time
Black Hill Visitor Center
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 1:30 pm ∙ FREE!
Mom and Dad, grab the kids and come out to play! We’ll have nature-y activities that families can do together. Drop in any time during program hours on the first and third Sundays of the month. Free! No registration required.
Family Sundays
Baltimore Museum of Art
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ FREE!
The BMA is the place to be for free family fun! Every Sunday, enjoy different activities—sketching tours, hands-on workshops, gallery tours, and more—designed just for families. OCTOBER’s Theme: Marvelous Matisse - October 19: Make a Portrait in Clay
17TH ANNUAL PRESCHOOL FAIR
Presented by: MOMS Club of Potomac, Maryland
Venue: Parish Hall at St James’ Episcopal Church
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 3:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Confused about which preschool is the right one for your child? Come learn more about local preschools in one place. This is truly one stop shopping! Over 30 preschools from the Potomac, Rockville, Bethesda, Kensington, Chevy Chase and surrounding areas will be represented.
Goody bags available to the first 100 attendees! Admission is FREE for attendees and children are welcome. Activities available for children too!
***Virginia***
National Trademark Expo
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE!
More than 40 exhibitors and displays • Seminars for business and entrepreneurs • Children’s workshops • Costumed characters and inflatables • Small giveaways • Numerous activities. . . featuring registered trademarks!
2014 Loudoun County Fall Farm Tour
Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 10:00 am
Come out and enjoy the flavors, colors, people and products of the Loudoun Valleys!
ACDS 25th Annual Country Market
Alexandria Country Day School
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:00 am ∙ FREE Admission!
A day of games, prizes, music, food, and fun! Highlights include a performance by The Great Zucchini at 1:00 pm, as well as a photo booth, face painting, dunking booth and pumpkin crafts. Food trucks Meggrolls and Melted will be here, and a Vendors Boutique features items from local businesses and a great opportunity for early holiday shopping. Admission is free. Tickets must be purchased for games and activities.
Farm Harvest Days & Carnival Fun
Frying Pan Farm Park
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:00 am & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE Admission & Parking!
Fall is a busy time on the farm! Watch the cider press in action, milk a goat or a cow, shell corn, peel apples, meet the farm animals and see traditional farm demonstrations. Add a wagon ride ($3) or a visit to the Fall Carnival for even more family fun! Some activities may have fees.
GROOVY NATE
Doodlehopper 4 Kids – Falls Church
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:30 am∙ FREE Admission!
Groovy Nate is a children*s performer who blends music, puppetry, movement, and comedy into one groovy experience! The shows expose participants to various genres of music and encourage them to move, sing, and play!
Ghosts in the Park?
Potomac Overlook Regional Park – Nature Center
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 10:30 am ∙ FREE but reservation requested
Ghosts at Potomac Overlook?? For real?? Join us as we tour the park to explore the history of the park and the people who lived here over the past centuries. Recommended for visitors 8 years old and older. Meet at the Nature Center. Dress for the weather and please wear sturdy walking shoes.
1st Annual Tysons Fall Harvest Festival
Lerner Town Square at Tysons II
Saturday, October 18 & Sunday, October 19 ∙ 11:00 am ∙ FREE
Stroll through the arts and crafts booths and taste some of the fun flavors of Fall. It is all here for the reaping… bring your family and friends and carve out some special memories.
2014 Halloween Family Fun Day
Reston Community Center
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 12:00 pm ∙ FREE
Bring the whole family plus the ‘four legged’ members to this event. We will have family entertainment, fashion show and activities.
Petoberfest is sponsored by NOVADog Magazine, Prince William SPCA & Unleashed.
PETOBERFEST
Stonebridge at Potomac Town Center
Saturday, October 18 ∙ 12:00 pm ∙ FREE
Come dressed in your favorite costume and enjoy sensational performances perfect for the whole family. Peter McCory, a famed one-man band, will put children in the Halloween spirit at 12:15 p.m., followed by a wonderful performance at 1:15 p.m. by Bob Brown’s Puppets in Monster Madness. Little ghosts and goblins up to the age of 8 will try their skill at winning candy and prizes when they play carnival games. All children must be accompanied by an adult guardian, age 18 or older.
Arcadia Farm Fallfest Funtacular!
Arcadia Farm at Woodlawn
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 1:00 pm ∙ FREE, but they ask that you RSVP so they can plan properly.
This family friendly FREE festival features old fashioned games, cake walks, a pie eating contest, a pumpkin patch, chicken encounters, farm yoga, farm volunteering, live music, and fall donuts. Experience our educational farm stations, meet our staff, learn about compost and seed saving, commune with the Ladies (our laying hens), participate in a cooking demonstration, and take a guided tour through our Mobile Market, Woodlawn Mansion, and the Pope-Leighy House. Snacks and hot apple cider will be available. Bring a picnic blanket and make an afternoon of it!
Diwali Festival of Lights: Music and Dance
Presented by: Mudra Arts Center
Venue: Ashburn Library
Sunday, October 19 ∙ 2:00 pm ∙ FREE!
Experience Indian cultural heritage through singing, music and dance. For all ages.
***REMINDER - NATIONAL CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING LOTTERY 2014 IS NOW OPEN!
The ticket lottery for the 2014 National Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony is now open until Monday, October 20 at 10 a.m. (ET). Enter the lottery now to obtain tickets to this annual event held on Thursday, December 4. Enter the ticket lottery HERE!
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