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Paula Lisowski Seniors Program Manager Takoma Park Recreation 7500 Maple Avenue Takoma Park, MD 20912 [email protected] Phone: (301)891-7280

Fall 2016/September - December

Community Activities . . . . . . 2

Piney Branch Pool . . . . . . . . . 2

Workshops and Events . . . . . 3

General Classes. . . . . . . . . 4, 5

Drop-in Classes. . . . . . . . . . . .6

September Trips . . . . . . . . . . 7

October Trips . . . . . . . . . . .7, 8

November Trips . . . . . . . . . . 8

December Trips. . . . . . . . . . . 8

Holiday Closure Calendar

September 5 - Labor Day

November 11 - Veterans Day

November 24, 25, 26, 27 Thanksgiving Holiday

December 23rd 1/2 Day, 24, 25, 26

Christmas Holiday

Issue #22

Forever Young newsletter online: www.takomaparkmd.gov/news/forever-young-newsletter/

Inside this issue:

Coming Soon! Winter 2017 Registration on December 15th

www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation

Mark your calendars. Registration for Winter 2017 recreation classes opens Thursday, December 15th. Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. for walk-ins and on-line. For more information, please contact the Takoma Park Recreation office at 301-891-7290 or cotact Paula Lisowski, Seniors Program Manager at 301-891-7280. See page 4 for details.

Register

on-line or

in-person!

Fabulous Fall Fitness for the 55+ Community!

The Takoma Park Recreation Department is delighted to welcome two enthusias-tic fitness instructors to the Forever Young 55 plus program this fall. Both instruc-tors are anxious to bring their training and experience to the expanding 55 plus program at the Recreation Center on 7315 New Hampshire Avenue. As well as a desire to work with older adults, their classes are designed to increase strength, stamina and flexibility while having fun!

Master Sifu Robert Thompson began learning and practicing forms of Martial Art fitness beginning with “Bungo Fu”, a unique combination of Chinese and African

martial art, when he was only five years old. Over the past 20 years, he has used Bungo Fu and Tai Chi to improve the physical and mental health of adults ages fifty to one hun-dred at various senior facilities throughout the Washington Metropolitan area. Master Thompson says “I’m very excited about this fall, teaching seniors is my favorite thing to do”. As a result of a lifetime of practicing Bungo Fu and Tai Chi, Master Thompson says “Today I’m fifty two years old and I’m the strongest I have been in my life! I’m looking forward to spreading good health and balance to the Takoma Park senior community.”

Over the past four years, Adriene Buist has been focusing on senior fitness and finds working with seniors mutually rewarding and enjoyable. Since January 2015,

she has been part of the DC based YMCA Senior Fit & Well program. Ms. Buist’s mission is “to teach, motivate, encour-age, and assist seniors towards a more healthy and fit life-style. The adage is true: If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it!” She hopes to see you in her class where you will experience an enjoyable hour focused on improving flexibility, strength and balance. Look for Tai Chi Strength and Enhanced Fitness Training at the Takoma Park Recreation Center beginning Tuesday, September 6th.

September 25th - Turkish Festival - The annual Turkish Festival located on Freedom Plaza, Pennsylvania Ave-nue, NW between 12th and 14th Streets, Washington, DC, is a family friendly festival celebrating authentic Turkish art and culture with a variety of live music and folk dance and hands-on activities for kids, art demon-strations, guest speakers, arts and crafts vendors and Turkish cuisine. For more information, go to www.turkishfestival.org October 1st - 30th - DC Design House - DC Design House is an annual showcase that brings together top Interior Designers to transform a house using the best in today’s home renovation and design ideas. Ticket proceeds benefit Children’s National Health System. This year’s $10 million home is 11,242 square-feet and located in Washington DC’s Wesley Heights/Berkley neighborhood. For more information go to www.dcdesignhouse.com

If the Federal Government declares it is closed, or announces a delay (such as a 2-hour delay), the City of Takoma Park follows that declaration. If the Federal Government delays opening then regularly scheduled classes, which normally take place after the delay start time, will be held when the building opens.

Inclement Weather: For information, call our weather hotline: (301) 891-7101 ext. 5605

Special Events Around Town

Mark Your Calendars - Local Community Special Events September, October, November & December - All Ages Welcome!

Piney Branch School Swimming Pool: 7510 Maple Ave. (inside Piney Branch Elementary School). For infor-mation, contact Joyce Seamens, Director of Pool Operations, (301) 565-0190, email: [email protected] Games Night: Meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at 7051 Carroll Ave. The activity is intergenerational and free. The games include Rummikub, Canasta, Spades, Bridge and more. Contact John Goon 301-315-8297 - [email protected] or Johnny Browning 301-270-0648 - [email protected]

Saturday, September 17th - Takoma Foundation Beerfest - www.takomafoundation.org Saturday, September 24th - 8th Annual Play Day - Takoma Park Middle School, 7611 Piney Branch Road, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Fun activities for the entire family to enjoy. To see a full listing of free performances and activities, including Touch-A-Truck, go to www.letsplayamerica.org Sunday, October 2nd - Takoma Park Street Festival - www.takomafestival.com Saturday, October 22nd - Book Sale - Friends of the Takoma Park MD Library - www.ftpml.org Saturday, October 29th - Monster Bash & Festivities - The Takoma Park Recreation Department staff is pre-paring events for the entire family to enjoy. Event kicks off at 1 p.m. in front of the TPSS Co-op and ends with the Costume Award Ceremony and celebration in Old Town Takoma Park, 1 - 6 p.m. Free. For more infor-mation go to www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation Tuesday, November 8th - Election Day - montgomerycountymd.gov/elections Saturday, December 3rd - Alternative Gift Fair - www.aggw.org Sunday, December 4th - Old Takoma Pajama-Rama - www.mainstreettakoma.org Saturday, December 10th - Holiday Art Sale - www.takomaparkmd.gov/arts

Forever Young - Takoma Park 55 Plus - www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation 301-891-7290

The National Park Service turned 100 on August 25th celebrating a century of stewardship of America’s national parks while engaging communities through recreation, conservation and historic preservation. To learn more, go to www.nps.gov

Community Activities - Meet Up with Friends and Neighbors


Fun Activities for Fall! Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue

Friday, September 16 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Azalea Room

Need to brush up on your driving skills?

The AARP Driver Safety Program is designed to help drivers 55 and older learn safe driving strategies and the latest rules of the road. Some insurance companies in Maryland may offer auto premium discounts to driv-ers who take this course. Check with your agency.

AARP Smart Driver Safety Program

Friday, October 14, 2016 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ~ Hydrangea Room

Takoma Park Community Center 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Prior to class: Register with the Recreation Department. *Registration is open now*

For more information, call 301-891-7280

Day of class: Bring your check, AARP Card and driver’s license to class. Make checks payable to AARP.

Cost: $15 for AARP Members/$20 for Non-Members

Holiday Crafting Party with Alice Sims Monday, December 5 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Azalea Room Holiday craft project for adults ages 55 and older. Join your friends and neighbors for creative fun and holiday cheer. All supplies provided. Enjoy healthy snacks and door prizes. This is a free work-shop however on-line or in-person registration is required. Free!

De-stress and Self Express Wednesday evening, November 2 5:30 - 7:30 p.m., Hydrangea Room When was the last time you took time away from carpools, work deadlines, emails and phones? Come relax and color your stress away - not just for kids, color-ing has been proven to reduce stress and promote mindfulness, creativity and mental focus. Treat yourself to some free time to color, socialize with friends and neighbors and listen to relaxing music. All supplies are provided. No rules here- -

you may color out-side the lines! In person or on-line registration is

required. Free!

Harp Happy Singers Monday, November 14 1:00 - 2:00 p.m., Azalea Room Join this happy group of four harp musicians in their audience participa-tion program called “Name that Show”. During this special interactive program for adults ages 55 and old-er, participants will hear theme songs associated with radio, TV and the movies, past and present and have fun guessing musical trivia. Drop-in. Registration not required. Free!

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55 plus Recreation Advisory Meeting

Thursday, November 3, 2016, Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Back Room, Takoma Park Recreation Center

7315 New Hampshire Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912 ~ or ~

Saturday, November 5, 2016, Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Hydrangea Room, Takoma Park Community Center

7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

Drop in. For more information, call 301-891-7280 or email: [email protected]

It’s time again to check in with you to assess your needs for planning your 55 plus recreation program activities for next year. Paula Lisowski, Seniors Program Manager will host an advisory meeting. Choose the meeting that fits your sched-ule. Join your friends and let your ideas be heard.

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Watkins Nature Center presents “Nature on Wheels” with a traveling nature program, “Birds of Prey”. Meet several live residents from Watkins Nature Center including hawks, owls or vultures. Learn how these animals are classified according to their diet, the interdependence of these living things within an ecosystem and the behavior and physical adaptation of birds. On-line or in-person registration is required. Free!

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Fitness/Health

All programs take place at Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue, or the Takoma Park Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue, unless otherwise noted.

Advance registration is required for all classes and trips, unless otherwise noted. Must be 55 or older to participate in these activities. If a specific class is offered at two different times, you may register for one class only. Registration for Takoma Park Recreation Fall 2016 classes opened on August 15th @ 8:30 a.m. Transportation is provided for trips. Space is limited. See page 7 for trip registration information. For more information call 301-891-7280 or email: [email protected].

Line Dancing - Wednesdays, September 7th - December 14th, 10:30 - 11:30 p.m. Wednesdays, September 7th - December 14th, 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Great music! Led by instructor Barbara Brown, this class provides enjoyable physical exercise and requires no prior ex-perience. Benefits include strengthening of bones and muscles, weight loss, increased stamina and stress reduction. You may register for one class per week only. Free. (No class: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 11/23, 12/28)

Cardio Groove - Thursdays, September 8th - November 10th, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. High energy and easy to follow Aerobics. Start with a warm-up, followed by fast-paced, low impact Aerobics that get the heart pumping and feet moving quickly. Instructor: Nancy Nickell. Free.

Fitness Classes - Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue - Fall 2016 - Registration is required.

The following Fall 2016 classes at the Takoma Park Community Center are currently full, however a waiting list is available for classes. Registration for Fall 2016 classes opened on August 15th. Bone Builders, ongoing, Mondays/Thursdays, 10:00 -11:00 a.m. & Tuesdays/Fridays, 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Gentle Yoga, Alternate Fridays, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. Class meets: 9/9, 9/23, 10/7, 10/21, 11/4,11/18, 12/2, 12/16

Please choose one of the options below to register for classes, trips and events: 1. Online using the "ActiveNet" system: Go to the Recreation Department website: www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation, click on the ActiveNet registration logo on the bottom left corner. An email address and ActiveNet password is needed to login to ActiveNet. 2. In person at either location during specific regular business hours: Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave., or Takoma Park Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Ave. 3. Mail-in your registration to the Takoma Park Recreation Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD

20912. Incomplete forms cannot be processed. 4. Fax your registration form to 301-270-4094. Incomplete forms cannot be processed.

The Recreation Department’s “Forever Young 55 Plus” program continues to grow. In an effort to be fair to everyone, we must ad-here to attendance policies and procedures. Our goal is to continue to offer free or low cost activities, which is important to our participants. Often classes fill up quickly and create long waiting lists. To be fair, we must monitor the attendance in all courses. Consistent attendance in our program is important. After three consecutive absences, the participant will be withdrawn from the course and notified. Special consideration may be extended if we receive advance notice of your extended absence or there is a medical reason (doctor’s note required).


Zumba Gold - Thursdays, September 8 - December 8th, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (No class 11/24/16) Saturdays, September 10th - December 10th, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. (No class 11/26/16) Designed for the active senior with less intense dance routines for beginners and older adults using modified move-ments. You may register for one class per week only. Instructor: Yesika Flores. Eight weeks. Free.

Registration Information and Policies - Fall 2016

Spaces available in:

Computer Basics - Session 1: Wednesdays, September 7th - September 21st, 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Session 2: Wednesdays, October 19th - November 2nd, 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. This three week course will introduce people with little or no experience to basic skills such as sending and receiving email, internet searching and using a word processor to compose letters, etc. You need a Takoma Park Library card to access the computers and take this course. Limit 6. Instructor: Patti Mallin. Registration is required. Computer Center. Class Fee: $10 Payable to the City of Takoma Park.

Education Classes—Community Center,7500 Maple Avenue - Fall 2016—Registration Required.

Fitness/Art/Education

Table Tennis (Ping Pong) Skills - Thursdays, September 8 - November 10, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Great fun! Led by Coach Donn Olsen, this class provides enjoyable physical exercise and requires no prior experience. Students will learn game rules and practice skills. Limit 8 students. Front room. Free.

Tennis Fun and Fitness - Thursdays, September 8 - November 10, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Rediscover your love of tennis or find it for the first time. Learn or review tennis skills utilizing special equipment for indoor play. All equipment provided, or you can bring your own racquet. Instructor Coach SJ. Gymnasium. Free.

Fitness - Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Ave.– Fall 2016 - Registration is required. Forever Young - Takoma Park 55 Plus - www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation

Spaces available in:

Crochet - Mondays, October 17th - November 7th, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Review basic crochet stitches or learn new techniques and stitches. Materials provided for students who are learning the basic stitches only. All others who already know basic stitches must bring all materials needed to complete their projects. Limit six. Instructor: June Gable. Registration is required. Lilac room. Free.

Healthy Living with Hypertension - Tuesday, September 20th, 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. Holy Cross Hospital interactive workshop provides you with information to help you better manage your high blood pressure in a supportive group environment. Instructor: Linda Nunes-Schragg. Registration is required with Takoma Park Recreation Department. See page 4 for registration options. Hydrangea Room. Free.

Computer Extras - Session 1: Wednesdays, September 28th - October 12th, 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Session 2: Wednesdays, November 9th - November 23rd, 10 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. In this three week course experiment with social media, master the calendar and other computer/smart device apps and learn what to do with all those pictures in your mailbox. Bring your questions! You need a Takoma Park Library card to access the computers and take this course. Limit six. Instructor: Patti Mallin. Registration is required. Computer Center. Class Fee: $10 Payable to the City of Takoma Park.

Full Body Fusion - Tuesdays, September 6 - November 15 (No class 11/8), 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Note new time. Active adults will enjoy this low-impact full body workout to music. Elements of balance, movement, strengthening and

yoga blend to create a fun, class. Instructor Jaylene Sarracino. Free.

Holy Cross Diabetes Self-Management - Wednesdays, October 5th - November 9th, 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Six week workshop for those who want to learn to better manage and maintain an active life with Type 2 Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes or Pre-Diabetes. Instructors: Claude Parran & Rebecca Boeckman. Lilac room. Free. Register with Holy Cross Hospital. Please call 301-754-8800 to register. On-line: http://www.holycrosshealth.org/classes-events

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The following Fall 2016 classes at the Takoma Park Recreation Center are currently full, however a waiting list is available for classes. Registration for Fall 2016 classes opened on August 15th. Tai Chi Strength, Tuesdays, September 6 - November 15 (No class 11/8), Front Room, 12 - 1:00 p.m. Enhanced Fitness Training, Tuesdays, September 6 - November 15 (no class 11/8), Front Room, 1:15 - 2:15 p.m.

Drop-in Activities

Table Tennis Open Play - Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Saturday, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Come play this fun, energetic game. A great way to improve eye-hand coordination; helps keep the body healthy and the mind sharp. Free.

Needlework Get-together - Mondays, Ongoing* 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Join us for fun, conversation and support with needlework projects. Bring your projects with you. This is not an instructional class. Free. (No meetings 10/17/16 - 11/7/16)

Blood Pressure Screening - Thursdays, September 22nd, October 27th, November 17th, December 15th

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Adventist Healthcare will be doing a free monthly blood pressure screening. Free.

Bingo-Thursdays, September 22nd, October 27th, November 17th, December 15th

12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Try your luck, win a prize. Free.

Drop-in Activities at the Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue Fall 2016 - Registration not required, however a free fitness pass is required.

Drop-in Activities at the Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue - Fall 2016 Registration not required.

Indoor Walking* - Tuesdays, September 6th - December 13th, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

No need to worry about the weather. Enjoy indoor laps around the Gymnasium. Free.

Food and drinks are not permitted except for City of Takoma Park Recreation Department sponsored events. Four computers are available to seniors. You need a Takoma Park Library card to access the computers. For more information about the Library cards and computers, please contact the Library at 301-891-7259. Computers are also available in Computer Labs A and B and the Library.

Senior Room Need a great place with comfortable furnishings and a relaxed atmosphere to socialize or read? Come to the Senior Room, located at the Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. Four computers and a printer are avail-able or bring your laptop. Join in activities such as Bingo, health screenings, workshops and much more. Monday - Friday, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Forever Young - Takoma Park 55 Plus - www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation

Fitness Room* - The Fitness Room is a hidden gem. Stop by the Recreation Center (7315 New Hampshire

Avenue) and see for yourself. The Fitness Room features a variety of fitness equipment such as upright bikes, recumbent bikes, treadmills, lat pull-down, chest press, leg extension, leg curl machines and much more. Tuesdays & Thursdays (55+ only) Monday - Friday Saturdays Sundays 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. 2:30 - 9:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed

*The Takoma Park Recreation Department is offering a free pass for adults 55 and over who would like to use the fitness center and/or the indoor gymnasium. You can register for this free pass at any time during business hours.

For more information call 301-891-7280 or the Recreation Center 301-891-7289.

Trip #1: Thursday, October 6 - Maryland Historical Society Museum, Baltimore, MD

Trips are popular and fill up fast, so register early. We have a fair “first come-first serve” system for all participants. You may register in person at either location during specific regular business hours: Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave., or Takoma Park Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue, or register on-line using the "ActiveNet" system: Go to the Recreation Department website: www.takomaparkmd.gov/government/recreation, click on the ActiveNet registration logo on the bottom left corner. An email address and ActiveNet password is needed to login to ActiveNet. Mail-in forms will be processed on the opening dates for each month after walk-ins are registered. Incom-plete forms cannot be processed. Please let staff know if you require any special accommodations to participate. If you have questions, please call the Recreation Department at 301-891-7290. The Active Adventures program is designed for active independent adults, age 55 and over. Each trip requires a substantial amount of walking and/or physical exer-tion. Program participants should be in good physical condition and consult with their physician if they have any con-cerns before registering or participating in a trip. Participants are responsible for lunch, entrance fees or any other ad-ditional fees associated with these trips. These trips are held rain or shine. The Recreation Bus can accommodate up to 21 persons. The bus is heated and air-conditioned; wheelchair accessible; no bathroom facilities. Meet at the Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. General bus pick up of registered participants at the following locations: Franklin and Mapleview Apartments, Victory Tower (pick up at 9:00 a.m.) and the Takoma Park Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue (pick up at 8:30 a.m.)

Active Adventure Trips

*Times may be adjusted. Check the trip itinerary supplied to registered participants for each trip for details, or call 301-891-7280.

Trips continued on next page


September trips registration begins Thursday, September 1st @ 8:30 a.m. (not before)

Trip #1: Saturday, September 10 - Maryland Renaissance Festival, Crownsville, MD

As part of President Roosevelt’s New Deal, Catoctin Mountain Park came under the stewardship of the Nation-al Park Service in 1935. Park Rangers will teach us about the history and importance of this national site as well as recreational opportunities for visitors. Afterwards we’ll travel to the nearby historic town of Thurmont for lunch. After lunch, you may choose to stroll downtown on your own. An active amount of walking for those

who choose to walk around downtown Thurmont. Bring spending money for lunch. Rain or Shine! Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.* Free. No cost for transportation.

Trip #2: Wednesday, September 14 - Catoctin Mountain National Park, Thurmont, MD

Each August through October, a 16th century English Village (16th century style buildings & costumes) is recreated with crafts, food, live performances on 8 stages and a jousting arena in Anne Arundel County about 8 miles northwest of Annapolis. At the festival you can see a fire-eater, watch jousting in full armor, marvel at jugglers and magicians, and listen to music and choral groups. Attendees enjoy a variety of food from more than 40 food vendors, and shop at 130 craft shops. Bring spending money to

purchase your entrance ticket when we arrive and to purchase lunch on your own at the event. An active amount of walking and standing is required to see activities throughout the event grounds. Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress for comfort and weather. This trip has limited accessibility. Pathways have some access and grounds may contain steps, uneven terrain and or steep gradients. The terrain is a natural forest setting and the ground cover is mulch, stone and soil. There are hills. Rain or Shine! Time: 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.* $16 per person admission, ages 62 & older. ($19 ages 55-61) No cost for transportation.

Maryland Historical Society Museum’s mission is to collect and preserve Maryland’s diverse cultural history. You’ll see the original manuscript of Francis Scott Key’s Star Spangled Banner as well as more than 350,000 ob-

jects of paintings, silver, porcelain, sculpture, furniture, textiles and documents representing Maryland history and life. Bring spending money for lunch on your own at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Fair amount of walking. Rain or Shine! Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.* Free admission. No cost for transportation.

October trips registration begins Monday, October 3 @ 8:30 a.m. (not before)

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*Times may be adjusted. Check the trip itinerary supplied to registered participants for each trip for details, or call 301-891-7280.

More Trips!

“Small Stories: At Home in a Dollhouse” is the special exhibition travelling worldwide with an exclusive engagement at the National Building Museum. Enjoy some of Lon-don’s Victoria & Albert Museum of Childhood best-loved dollhouses from around the World. Many of the houses and furniture have been specially conserved for this exhibi-tion of over 1,900 objects. Get your ticket ($7) for the exhibit as soon as you arrive.

General admission to the museum is “free” as well as general exhibits and tours, ask at the information booth. Bring spending money to purchase your ticket and to purchase lunch at the museum’s “Firehook Café.” Time: 8:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.* $7 admission per person for special exhibit. No cost for transportation. Rain or Shine!

December trip registration begins Thursday, December 1 @ 8:30 a.m. (not before)


November trips registration begins Tuesday, November 1 @ 8:30 a.m. (not before)

Trip #2: Saturday, October 15 - Walkersville Maryland Railroad Train Ride & Museum

Presented annually for 30 years, The Living Christmas Tree is a spectacular 2-hour production of the sights and sounds of Christmas featuring dynamic holiday music, ranging from traditional carols to contemporary gospel, performed by a symphony orchestra and an 80-person choir singing from a 30-foot-tall steel structure Christmas tree. In addition, a dramatic stage performance with a different hol-iday related theme is presented each year. Rain or Shine! Time: 5:45 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.* $10 per person admission. No cost for transportation

Trip: Friday evening, December 9 - The Living Christmas Tree, Upper Marlboro, MD

Trip #1: Thursday, November 10 - National Building Museum, Washington, DC

Trip#2: Tuesday, November 15- Smithsonian Museum of African American History & Culture, Washington, DC

This new and much anticipated museum (grand opening September 2016) is the place where Americans can learn about the richness and diversity of the African American experience, what it means to their lives and how it helped to shape this nation. Bring spending money for lunch. Time: 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.* Free admission. No cost for transportation. Rain or Shine!

All aboard for a trip back in time on the Walkersville Southern Railroad. Come see the turn-of-the-century railroad station. Visit the railroad museum. Ride in the vintage train’s open-air ex-cursion car, remodeled passenger coaches, or the “caboose” as you enjoy a leisurely trip through the Maryland countryside (about an hour). Seating is first-come, first serve basis, rain

or shine. Bring spending money to purchase your ticket for the train ride (as soon as we arrive, train leaves station at 11:00 a.m.) and for our lunch stop in Frederick MD. Rain or Shine! Time: 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.* $11 per person for train ride. Museum admission is free. No cost for transportation.

Trip #3: Wednesday, October 19 - MusicaliTea, Strathmore Music Center, Bethesda, MD

Musical (vocal and/or instrumental) performances by Levine School of Music faculty-artists, students and guests. Tea and light refreshments served. Rain or shine! Time: 9:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. * Free admission. No cost for transportation.

New location! More performances! Musical (vocal and/or instrumental) performances by Levine School of Music faculty-artists, students and guests. Tea and light refreshments served. Rain or shine! Time: 9:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. * Free admission. No cost for transportation.

Trip #3: Thursday, November 17 - MusicaliTea, Silver Spring, MD Library Auditorium

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