BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://arts.pgparks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251111T222605Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T150109Z UID:10000023-1773309600-1777741200@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Amanda Spaid: Locals DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Mar. 12–May 2\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Mar. 14. * \n\n\n\nAmanda Spaid turned her focus to hyper-local subjects\, creating detailed drawings of birds found throughout the D.C. area. By slowing down and closely observing the natural life unfolding in our own backyards\, she invites viewers to reconsider their relationship with the places they inhabit. Her work encourages thoughtful stewardship of local ecosystems\, inspiring decisions that benefit all who share them\, from humans to birds alike. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/amanda-spaid-locals CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Amanda-SPaid-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251111T222642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T204533Z UID:10000143-1774224000-1777766399@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Ju Yun: Where You Belong DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 2\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Mar. 28. * \n\n\n\nSouth Korean artist Ju Yun navigates the tension between two contrasting worlds. Transitioning from traditional Korean art to fully contemporary subjects and techniques\, Yun embraces the space in between. Through layered compositions of polymer clay and found objects\, their mask projects explore themes of hybrid identity—transforming existing forms into something new\, reshaping meaning\, and influencing others. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/ju-yun-where-you-belong CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Ju-Yun-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251111T222649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T204355Z UID:10000149-1774224000-1777766399@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Kimberly Margioni: Fluid Nature DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 2\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Mar. 28. * \n\n\n\nKimberly Margioni’s work explores the delicate balance between nature\, emotion\, and cultural heritage. Drawing inspiration from the world around her—the vibrant landscapes or the quiet beauty of everyday moments—she seeks to capture the essence of life in its raw\, unfiltered form. Her creative process is rooted in the belief that art has the power to transcend boundaries and speak directly to the soul. Each piece reflects her travel journey\, an invitation to feel deeply and connect with the universal experience of love\, resilience\, and transformation. As a current naval officer and mechanical engineer\, she brings a unique perspective to her art\, breaking from the rigidity of her day-to-day to dive into her abstract\, fluid\, imperfect approach with emotional depth. This creates both structured and fluid works\, grounded yet ever evolving. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/kimberly-margioni-fluid-nature CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/WebsiteBlocks20242.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260323 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251111T222613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T204215Z UID:10000031-1774224000-1779062399@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Art Exhibit: Roxana Rojas-Luzón: Paper Rhapsody DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Mar. 23–May 17\, with a public reception on Thu.\, Apr. 2. *\n\n\n\nRoxana is a collage artist fascinated by the art of collage. She uses snippets of magazine paper\, fabric\, photographs\, pencil drawings\, raw pigments\, and anything that enriches the texture and color of her images. Her goal is for each of her art pieces to awaken feelings in the viewer. Consolation\, love\, festivity\, protection\, happiness\, innocence\, and solitude are words that she has heard others use to describe her collages. \n\n\n\nThis exhibit will be on display at the Publick Playhouse from March 23-May 17\, 2026\, and can be viewed during regular facility hours (M-F\, 9 am-5 pm). Please note that exhibits cannot be viewed when a performance or event is in progress. Before viewing an exhibit\, please call the Box Office at 301-277-1710 to check the performance schedule. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/art-exhibit-roxana-rojas-luzon-paper-rhapsody CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Rojas-PPH.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251112T222030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T181427Z UID:10000333-1775433600-1780185599@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Borderless DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 6–May 30\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Apr. 11 and an artist and curator talk on Sat.\, May 9. * \n\n\n\nCurated by Akemi Maegawa in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, Borderless explores themes of identity\, migration\, and cultural fluidity. Featuring Jeff Huntington (JAHRU)\, Mei Mei Chang\, Tang\, June Lee\, and Julia Chon\, this exhibition highlights the diverse artistic expressions of AAPI artists who challenge boundaries—both literal and conceptual. Through dynamic visual storytelling and innovative materials\, Borderless reflects the interconnectedness of heritage and contemporary experience\, embracing art as a space without limits. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/borderless CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Borderless-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251121T183006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T184539Z UID:10000413-1775433600-1780185599@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters DESCRIPTION:An exhibition partnership with Art Enables \n\n\n\nThis exhibition runs Apr. 6-May 30\, with an opening reception on Sat.\, Apr. 11 and a Closing Workshop on Sat.\, May 30 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nArt Enables presents Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters for the first part of the Art Enables at Brentwood series. Barnes and Tiller\, both prolific and long-time Art Enables resident artists\, bring their unique illustrative work to life\, filled with narrative depth\, keen observation\, and expressive characters. Barnes’ colored pencil drawings depict vibrant scenes from everyday life\, evoking a wide range of emotions\, from laughter to surprise\, tension\, and compassion. They create a complex emotional landscape that reflects a deep sensitivity to individual experiences. Tiller’s ink drawings\, brimming with whimsical and surreal creatures\, often merge the familiar with the fantastic. Her works are populated by relatable human figures and alien-like beings\, exploring raw emotions and gritty storytelling. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/maurice-barnes-nonja-tiller-real-characters CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Real-Characters-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260518 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251111T222649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T121553Z UID:10000152-1776470400-1779062399@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Linda Bernard: From the Earth DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 18–May 17\, with a public reception on Sun.\, May 3. * \n\n\n\nLinda Bernard is a resident artist whose work centers on hands‑on making across clay\, fabric\, and photography. In “From the Earth\,” Bernard presents ceramics\, horse hair raku\, quilts and photographs inspired by nature. Her ceramics and raku works emphasize experimentation with shape\, surface and fire while her quilts incorporate fabric\, paint and even recycled jewelry pins to tell a story with fabric. Her photographs feature trees and reflections at Collington Lake\, capturing the quiet beauty of the natural landscape. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/linda-bernard-from-the-earth CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Woodlands-cropped-to-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113817 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T180233Z UID:10000295-1776506400-1780246800@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The 57th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 18–May 31\, with a public reception and awards ceremony on Sun.\, May 3. * \n\n\n\nThis annual exhibition\, organized by the Laurel Art Guild\, is juried by a regional professional and shows works by artists ages 18 and older in the Washington\, D.C.\, area. The exhibit includes paintings\, drawings\, photographs\, wall-hung sculptures\, collages\, and more. Cash prizes are awarded for first\, second\, and third place\, along with three merit awards. Get involved and enjoy the support and camaraderie of your fellow local artists — more information is available at laurelartguild.org. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/the-57th-annual-laurel-art-guild-juried-exhibition CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Laurel-Art-Guild-Juried-Exhibition-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T175617Z UID:10000305-1776643200-1780876799@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The Unseen Archive Dr. Yemonja Smalls DESCRIPTION:This exhibition runs from April 20 through June 7\, 2026. \n\n\n\nUsing paint\, collage\, papercuts\, and other media\, Yemonja’s intricate and colorful mixed-media works emphasize self-care. She aims to build through focused deconstruction and tenderly examine the process of holding\, even brokenness of spirit\, through reassembly. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/the-unseen-archive-dr-yemonja-smalls CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T220000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T173539Z UID:10000220-1777665600-1777672800@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Sharp Radway Trio DESCRIPTION:Pianist\, composer\, arranger\, and author Sharp Radway is a protégé of jazz legend Dr. Randy Weston. With deep roots in the church\, his debut album of gospel jazz is Hymns and Things. His latest endeavor\, Black Woman—A Conversation\, combines Latin jazz\, spoken word\, ensemble pieces\, pocket grooves\, and more in tribute to Black women. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/sharp-radway-trio CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sharp-Radway-Trio.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T173243Z UID:10000190-1777726800-1777734000@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Paper Flower Sculptures DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Spring in full bloom with a paper flower-making workshop! Learn techniques to craft delicate and vibrant paper flowers that will never wilt—perfect for home décor or gifts. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/paper-flower-sculptures CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Paper-Flower-Sculptures.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20260415T144559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T173102Z UID:10003384-1777726800-1777737600@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration DESCRIPTION:Celebrate culture\, community\, and creativity at our annual AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration on Saturday\, May 2\, from 1-4 pm! Enjoy a vibrant afternoon featuring delicious AANHPI cuisine\, Japanese calligraphy\, henna art\, AANHPI trivia\, Filipino dance\, a Chinese tea ceremony performance\, and more. Come early and kick things off with a Bollywood Fitness Flow workout at 12 noon in the dance studio. Don’t miss this enriching celebration for all ages! URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/asian-american-native-hawaiian-pacific-islander-heritage-month-celebration CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Heritage Celebrations,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AANHPIHeritageMonthCelebration25-242-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T203000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T142849Z UID:10000196-1777748400-1777753800@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:PLAYdate: Coven Edition\, with Happenstance Theater DESCRIPTION:Happenstance Theater has invited some new collaborators for a PLAYdate! Just in time for Spring\, this will be a super-charged explosion of original work by powerhouse performers from the DC/MD Theatre community who want to dive into devising. In only ONE week\, the generative artists\, who all happen to be women\, will build an assemblage of vignettes and scenes inspired by themes of passages\, oceans and PLAY itself! Let the adrenaline soar! Come see what we conjure and be a part of the Happenstance magic. \n\n\n\n“You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” – Pla(y)to. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sat.\, May 2\, 7 pm Tickets\n \n \n Sun.\, May 3\, 4 pm Tickets URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/playdate-with-happenstance-theater/2026-05-02 CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Playdate-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T172639Z UID:10000296-1777813200-1777820400@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The 57th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition - Public Reception and Awards DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 18–May 31\, with a public reception and awards ceremony on Sun.\, May 3. * \n\n\n\nThis annual exhibition\, organized by the Laurel Art Guild\, is juried by a regional professional and shows works by artists ages 18 and older in the Washington\, D.C.\, area. The exhibit includes paintings\, drawings\, photographs\, wall-hung sculptures\, collages\, and more. Cash prizes are awarded for first\, second\, and third place\, along with three merit awards. Get involved and enjoy the support and camaraderie of your fellow local artists — more information is available at laurelartguild.org. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/the-57th-annual-laurel-art-guild-juried-exhibition-public-reception-and-awards CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Laurel-Art-Guild-Juried-Exhibition-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T121604Z UID:10000153-1777816800-1777824000@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Linda Bernard: From the Earth - Public Reception DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 18–May 17\, with a public reception on Sun.\, May 3. * \n\n\n\nLinda Bernard is a resident artist whose work centers on hands‑on making across clay\, fabric\, and photography. In “From the Earth\,” Bernard presents ceramics\, horse hair raku\, quilts and photographs inspired by nature. Her ceramics and raku works emphasize experimentation with shape\, surface and fire while her quilts incorporate fabric\, paint and even recycled jewelry pins to tell a story with fabric. Her photographs feature trees and reflections at Collington Lake\, capturing the quiet beauty of the natural landscape. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/linda-bernard-from-the-earth-public-reception CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Woodlands-cropped-to-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260503T173000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T142849Z UID:10000197-1777824000-1777829400@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:PLAYdate: Coven Edition\, with Happenstance Theater DESCRIPTION:Happenstance Theater has invited some new collaborators for a PLAYdate! Just in time for Spring\, this will be a super-charged explosion of original work by powerhouse performers from the DC/MD Theatre community who want to dive into devising. In only ONE week\, the generative artists\, who all happen to be women\, will build an assemblage of vignettes and scenes inspired by themes of passages\, oceans and PLAY itself! Let the adrenaline soar! Come see what we conjure and be a part of the Happenstance magic. \n\n\n\n“You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.” – Pla(y)to. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sat.\, May 2\, 7 pm Tickets\n \n \n Sun.\, May 3\, 4 pm Tickets URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/playdate-with-happenstance-theater/2026-05-03 CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Playdate-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T104500 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T191358Z UID:10000137-1777975200-1777977900@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Introduction to Taiko\, the Art of Japanese Drumming ft. Mark H Rooney DESCRIPTION:This performance is part of our Education on Stage Series and is recommended for Grades K-6. Join us in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an engaging program led by taiko performer Mark H Rooney. This event showcases traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms of this full-body drumming art form\, delving into the instruments\, use of the voice in taiko\, and a touch of Japanese history and vocabulary. Audience members might even be able to play these LARGE drums on stage! Mark H blends a traditional foundation with modern elements\, delivering high-energy performances that are vibrant\, dynamic\, and exciting. Please note\, everyone must have a ticket to enter\, regardless of age. Groups of 20+ can call 301-277-1710 for Group Sales or fill out the online request form. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10 am Tickets\n \n \n 11:15 am Tickets URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/introduction-to-taiko-the-art-of-japanese-drumming-ft-mark-h-rooney/2026-05-05/1 CATEGORIES:Arts,Performance,Performances,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taiko-Mark-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T111500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T191358Z UID:10000138-1777979700-1777982400@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Introduction to Taiko\, the Art of Japanese Drumming ft. Mark H Rooney DESCRIPTION:This performance is part of our Education on Stage Series and is recommended for Grades K-6. Join us in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with an engaging program led by taiko performer Mark H Rooney. This event showcases traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms of this full-body drumming art form\, delving into the instruments\, use of the voice in taiko\, and a touch of Japanese history and vocabulary. Audience members might even be able to play these LARGE drums on stage! Mark H blends a traditional foundation with modern elements\, delivering high-energy performances that are vibrant\, dynamic\, and exciting. Please note\, everyone must have a ticket to enter\, regardless of age. Groups of 20+ can call 301-277-1710 for Group Sales or fill out the online request form. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n 10 am Tickets\n \n \n 11:15 am Tickets URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/introduction-to-taiko-the-art-of-japanese-drumming-ft-mark-h-rooney/2026-05-05/2 CATEGORIES:Arts,Performance,Performances,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Taiko-Mark-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T170754Z UID:10000169-1778065200-1778072400@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Listening with Tomika Arnold\, Vocals DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, celebrated vocalist Tomika Arnold has been hailed for her captivating and powerful voice. Ms. Arnold has shared the stage with music giants such as Michael Jackson\, Sting\, Bon Jovi\, Beyonce\, CeCe Winans\, Stevie Wonder\, Ray Charles\, and Gloria Estefan. She has sung for three U.S. Presidents: President George W. Bush\, President William Clinton\, and the inauguration of President Barack Obama. A true powerhouse vocalist\, this performance\, including gospel\, jazz\, R&B\, and everything in between\, is not to be missed! URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/lunchtime-listening-with-tomika-arnold-vocals CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Lunchtime-Listening-Tomika-Arnold.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T150027Z UID:10000127-1778076000-1778079600@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Immersive Sound Meditation DESCRIPTION:May is National Physical Fitness & Sports Month! Take a trip to a calming destination as the Publick Playhouse stage transforms into a peaceful retreat. Sound Meditation provides an opportunity to slow down and dive deeper into a state of relaxation to bring balance to your mental\, physical and spiritual health. The use of instruments such as crystal and Himalayan singing bowls\, chimes\, bells\, gong and voice blend together to invite the mind to a state of calm and the body to release held emotions and tension. Whether you are looking to try something new\, meditate or seek a moment of peace\, sound meditation can help you do it. Space is limited; advanced registration is recommended. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/immersive-sound-meditation CATEGORIES:18 and up,Arts,Health & Wellness,May is Fitness Month,Special Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Meditation-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T143000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T154951Z UID:10000101-1778158800-1778164200@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Hawaiian Dance Workshop DESCRIPTION:Experience the transformative power of Hawaiian hula. We invite older adults to engage with this Polynesian art form and connect with Hawaii’s rich heritage through graceful movements\, music\, and captivating storytelling. With gentle exercise benefits\, cognitive stimulation\, and social connection\, hula nourishes both body and soul. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/hawaiian-dance-workshop CATEGORIES:Arts,Free,May is Fitness Month,Senior,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/WebsiteBlocks20242.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T120000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T165529Z UID:10000310-1778238000-1778241600@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Eternally: Roberta Flack Tribute (Platinum) DESCRIPTION:Hailed as one of the greatest songstresses of our time\, GRAMMY Award-winning Roberta Flack remains unparalleled in her ability to tell a story through her music. Her songs bring insight into our lives\, love\, culture\, and politics\, while effortlessly traversing a broad musical landscape from pop to soul to folk to jazz. Following her passing in February 2025\, this tribute concert will honor her life and legacy by showcasing some of her most cherished music\, thoughtfully curated by musical director and Roberta Flack band alumnus Daryl L.A. Hunt. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis concert features vocalists Sylver Logan Sharp\, Nova Tate\, Shanti Walker\, Stoney Ellis\, Jasmine Jacobs\, and Trent Cokely. The All-Star Band will include Daryl L.A. Hunt (keys)\, Hamilton Hayes (bass)\, Chris “Biscuit” Bynum (drums)\, Arnell Byrd (guitar)\, Chris Allen (percussion)\, and Brian Lenair (saxophone). URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/tribute-to-roberta-flack-platinum CATEGORIES:Arts,Performance,Performances,Senior ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tribute-to-Roberta-Flack-Platinum-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T220000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171420Z UID:10000155-1778270400-1778277600@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Listening Room Presents Fuad Foty DESCRIPTION:An oud virtuoso and Arabic vocalist\, Foty has dedicated his life to preserving and innovating Arabic music. His work blends traditional Arabic folk with contemporary influences. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/listening-room-presents-fuad-foty CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Faud-Foty.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171013Z UID:10000208-1778320800-1782061200@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Rashid Cornish: Whispers of the Divine – A Spiritual Journey Through Nature DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 9–Jun. 21\, with a public reception on Fri.\, Jun. 12. * \n\n\n\nRashid Cornish explores the profound relationship between the natural world and spirituality through the delicate medium of pastel painting. The collection invites viewers to experience nature as an environment and a living\, breathing entity with spiritual significance and a connection to something greater in the cosmos. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/rashid-cornish-whispers-of-the-divine-a-spiritual-journey-through-nature CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Rashid-Cornish-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T123000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20260313T170722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T140307Z UID:10002442-1778324400-1778329800@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Pen & Pose: A Workshop in Yoga and Writing DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring 90-minute workshop with poet and yoga educator Yael Flusberg! Through a dynamic blend of breathwork\, yoga poses\, mindfulness practices\, and creative writing exercises\, you’ll discover new ways to connect with your body\, calm your mind\, and awaken your spirit. This is your chance to pause\, recharge\, and tap into your inner creativity. What to bring: comfortable clothing\, a yoga mat\, a pen\, and your favorite notebook. Come ready to move\, breathe\, and write your way to a deeper sense of balance and self-expression! URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/pen-pose-a-workshop-in-yoga-and-writing CATEGORIES:18 and up,Arts,Free,Literary,May is Fitness Month ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Pen-and-Pose-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20260320T160552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T163830Z UID:10003133-1778328000-1778338800@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The Golden Hour: Boomer & Gen Z Pour & Paint DESCRIPTION:The Golden Hour invites grandparents and grandkids (ages eight to 17) to slow down\, create together\, and share meaningful stories. In collaboration with Riversdale Historic Site & Museum\, this pour and paint session supports their oral history workshop by celebrating family memories and voices across generations. Participants will discover how art helps keep the mind sharp\, the body active\, and the spirit calm\, and will leave with colorful canvases and even brighter connections. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/the-golden-hour-boomer-gen-z-pour-paint CATEGORIES:Arts,Free,May is Fitness Month,Senior,Teens,Youth ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Boomer-Gen-Z-Pour-Paint-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T150000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222704Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T152153Z UID:10000191-1778335200-1778338800@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Paper Lotus Lantern Workshop DESCRIPTION:Artist Sookkyung Park will lead participants in creating small lamps inspired by the lotus flower. Participants will explore the cultural and historical significance of the lotus while learning craft skills. Attendees will make their lotus lamps\, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. This experience offers a creative and therapeutic activity\, providing time for personal reflection. The fee includes all materials. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/paper-lotus-lantern-workshop CATEGORIES:18 and up,Arts,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Paper-Lotus.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T160000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T181445Z UID:10000049-1778335200-1778342400@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Borderless - Artist & Curator Talk DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 6–May 30\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Apr. 11 and an artist and curator talk on Sat.\, May 9. * \n\n\n\nCurated by Akemi Maegawa in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, Borderless explores themes of identity\, migration\, and cultural fluidity. Featuring Jeff Huntington (JAHRU)\, Mei Mei Chang\, Tang\, June Lee\, and Julia Chon\, this exhibition highlights the diverse artistic expressions of AAPI artists who challenge boundaries—both literal and conceptual. Through dynamic visual storytelling and innovative materials\, Borderless reflects the interconnectedness of heritage and contemporary experience\, embracing art as a space without limits. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/borderless-artist-curator-talk CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Borderless-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T213000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T165535Z UID:10000309-1778356800-1778362200@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Eternally: Roberta Flack Tribute DESCRIPTION:Hailed as one of the greatest songstresses of our time\, GRAMMY Award-winning Roberta Flack remains unparalleled in her ability to tell a story through her music. Her songs bring insight into our lives\, love\, culture\, and politics\, while effortlessly traversing a broad musical landscape from pop to soul to folk to jazz. Following her passing in February 2025\, this tribute concert will honor her life and legacy by showcasing some of her most cherished music\, thoughtfully curated by musical director and Roberta Flack band alumnus Daryl L.A. Hunt. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis concert features vocalists Sylver Logan Sharp\, Nova Tate\, Shanti Walker\, Stoney Ellis\, Jasmine Jacobs\, and Trent Cokely. The All-Star Band will include Daryl L.A. Hunt (keys)\, Hamilton Hayes (bass)\, Chris “Biscuit” Bynum (drums)\, Arnell Byrd (guitar)\, Chris Allen (percussion)\, and Brian Lenair (saxophone). URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/tribute-to-roberta-flack CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Tribute-to-Roberta-Flack-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T220000 DTSTAMP:20260421T113818 CREATED:20251111T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T170533Z UID:10000311-1778356800-1778364000@arts.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Tribute to the Music of Mary J. Blige DESCRIPTION:Experience the soulful and powerful music of Mary J. Blige like never before with this tribute performance. This event celebrates the iconic career of the multi-award-winning artist\, known for her groundbreaking contributions to R&B and Hip-Hop. Talented musicians and vocalists come together to deliver an unforgettable evening filled with Blige’s greatest hits. From her early classics to her recent chart-toppers\, you’ll be immersed in the emotional depth and vibrant energy that defines her music. Join us for a night of live music that honors the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul\, capturing her artistry’s essence and impact on the music industry. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to her work\, this tribute promises to be a memorable celebration of Mary J. Blige’s legacy. URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/tribute-to-the-music-of-mary-j-blige CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance,Performances ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/thumbnail_FB_IMG_1660926364074.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR