Swing, Jazz, Mead and Hot Gin Toddys in Hyattsville (the music and the delicious drinks), free Power Training fitness class in Woodridge, Tea Blending in College Park, Marsh Brothers Band in Greenbelt and more inside Route One Fun’s latest Weekend Guide!
Catch Charmaine Jones’s work at Art Enables opening reception this weekend!
Friday
Fitness Fridays
Curious about different types of exercise @ nearby establishments? This week’s trial class is Power Training. Get fit, reduce body fat & get strong! It’s a total body workout!
When: 6-7pm
Where: Kaaos: Power Training, Washington, DC
Cost: Free!, $5 deposit to secure your space
Hydro Pilates (Ages 13+, Ages 13-15 must be w/ accompanying paying adult)
Low impact water pilates class to strengthen and stretch the body, relax the mind & relieve stress. Sounds heavenly!
When: 7-8pm \
Where: Fairland Sports and Aquatics Complex, Laurel
Cost: $7/person
Swing 5 @ Maryland Meadworks
A night of gypsy jazz & swing music coming your way. Just try to resist the urge to dance! We dare ya! 😉 Ring in the new year with Swing 5 & some mead!
When: 7-10pm
Where: Maryland Meadworks, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!, drinks sold separately
Hot Gin Toddy @ Pizza Paradiso
Late night par-tay w/ pizza & jams. Come on down for food, drink & entertainment. Popular band back by demand!
When: 9-11pm
Where: Pizza Paradiso, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!, food and drink sold separately
Saturday
Winter Walk: The New Year (All Ages)
A resolution on everyone’s list. Move more! Get a head start w/ a walk in the woods led by a Naturalist. 2020 is looking brighter already!
When: 10am-12pm
Where: Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro \
Cost: $3/participant
Tea Blending for Beginners
Learn about the history & traditional uses of teas & how to blend teas. Leave w/ recipes for tea blending & 1oz of tea blended during the class.
When: 11am-1:30pm
Where: Smile Herb Shop, College Park
Cost: $35
2020 Vision Board Planning
It’s the start of a new year! Perfect time for some vision boarding. Food, music & great company await you at this session led by Methods Therapy, LLC.
When: 1:30-4pm
Where: South Bowie Branch Library, Bowie
Cost: $30
City Tribute to Rev Dr Martin Luther King, Jr (All Ages)
Every year the city honors Dr. King’s legacy w/ speakers, performances, art & a City proclamation. This year’s theme is “Is His Dream Your Dream Too?.” Come experience how his work still impacts our community & our country!
When: 2-3:30pm
Where: The Clarice, College Park
Cost: Free!
Art Enables – Opening Reception
Exhibition openings for Winter Blues and “Touchstone Artists at Art Enables. Reception will feature a performance by The Kulas String Quartet–comprised of Oberlin Conservatory students. Complimentary wine and refreshments will be served.
When: 4-6pm
Where: Art Enables, 2204 Rhode Island Ave NE, DC
Cost: Free!
Sunday
Art Exhibition: Nipun Mandu – City Lights (All Ages)
Don’t miss this abstract expressionism exhibit. Mixed-media art that incorporates visual, emotional & psychological impressions of urban tension, raw emotions & harsh realities tempered w/ gentle optimism & beauty. Must see for yourself!
When: 9am-5pm
Where: Publick Playhouse, Cheverly
Cost: Free!
Nationals Winterfest
Still celebrating the Nats big win? Join fans, interact w/ players & coaches, go behind-the-scenes at Nats Park! Both indoor & outdoor programs all weekend. Saturday sold out, try for this Sunday!
When: 12-4pm
Where: Nationals Stadium, Washington, DC
Cost: $37 (Ages 13+), $27 (Ages 12 and under)
Marsh Brothers Band
Kickoff 2020 w/ a band known for its mix of rock, folk, blues, country & reggae! They play covers & originals. Enjoy the evening w/ friends. Food & drink available too!
When: 7-9pm
Where: New Deal Cafe, Greenbelt
Cost: Free!, food and drink sold separately
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