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:20260425T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T160000
DTSTAMP:20260421T182031
CREATED:20260417T165659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T130601Z
UID:10003395-1777111200-1777132800@arts.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Annual Montpelier Festival of Herbs\, Tea\, and the Arts
DESCRIPTION:ORDER YOUR PICNIC TEA BOX\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nWelcome spring and delight in the sights and sounds of nature\, art\, and history at this fun FREE festival for the entire family\, hosted by the Montpelier Historic Site & Museum and the Montpelier Arts Center! \n\n\n\nExplore the Vendor Marketplace\, attend a talk on gardening and herbs\, tour the Museum\, and relax to live music. Beginning at 11am\, we will host outdoor performances featuring: the Jane Austen Society of North America – Maryland Region; the Natyabhoomi School of Dance; and Samaria Marley with a special guest. Visit the resident artist’s studios at the Arts Center\, watch art demonstrations\, paint the Montpelier bird\, and create spring-themed crafts. Stroll the galleries and view the exhibitions of Amanda Spaid\, Linda Bernard\, and the Laurel Art Guild. At 1 pm\, join us in the Main Gallery for a free performance by classical guitarist Gwenyth Aggeler. \n\n\n\nHeld rain or shine. \n\n\n\nVendorsFoodNon-ProfitsActivities\, Demonstrations & TalksPerformances\nVendors\n\n\nArt\n\n\n\nArtworks by Mary Ann\n\n\n\nFemme Prints\n\n\n\nJ D Art & Décor\n\n\n\nPetals by Tippy & More\n\n\n\nStudio Kayama\n\n\n\nVarious artists work available for purchase\, Arts Center 1st and 2nd floor artist studios\n\n\n\nFabric Art\n\n\n\nmargarts\n\n\n\nPaiges Pieces\n\n\n\nPassiondale\n\n\n\nHome Decor\n\n\n\nA Little Pottery\n\n\n\nChris Hanan Ceramics\n\n\n\nLight & Leaf\n\n\n\nMLE Arts & Crafts\n\n\n\nMonica Creates Daily\n\n\n\nNoslen Fusion Arts\n\n\n\nServing Up Sparkles\n\n\n\nWith Love by JC\n\n\n\nVarious ceramics artists work available for purchase\, visit tables adjoining Arts tent\n\n\n\n\n\nJewelry\n\n\n\nAfter the Glitter Fades\n\n\n\nChief Mark Tayac\n\n\n\nK & K Products\n\n\n\nMichelle Ink Designs\n\n\n\nRed Mosaic Jewelry\n\n\n\nSilverbird\n\n\n\nPlants\n\n\n\nBriar Rose Herbs\n\n\n\nElements of Nature Urban Farm\n\n\n\nGod Scent Herbs\n\n\n\nJack Creek Plants\n\n\n\nRichfield Farm\n\n\n\nSelf-Care\n\n\n\nHazelnut and Honey\n\n\n\nMystic Water Soap\n\n\n\nRemedies from Nature\n\n\n\nShe Knows the Deal\n\n\n\nSpices & Herbs\n\n\n\nDee-Lightfully Good\n\n\n\nGardening and Beats\n\n\n\nMax’s Degrees\n\n\n\nPlexus Herbs\n\n\n\nTulsi Fields Farm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFood\n\n\nCottage Foods\n\n\n\nMcDaniel Honey Farm\n\n\n\nMiddleton Sweet Munchies\n\n\n\nNina’s Cookies Explosion\n\n\n\n\n\nFood Trucks\n\n\n\nCurbside Sizzle\n\n\n\nThe Daily Crepe Co.\n\n\n\nKona Ice of Laurel\n\n\n\nMonroe Suggs\n\n\n\nRocky Ice Cream\n\n\n\nSpice Kitchen West African Grill\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNon-Profits\n\n\nCommunity Organizations\n\n\n\nChesapeake Woodturners\n\n\n\nJane Austen Society of North America\, Maryland Region\n\n\n\nLaurel Art Guild\n\n\n\nLaurel Historical Society\n\n\n\nPatuxent Research Refuge/U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services\n\n\n\nPrince George’s County Herb Society\n\n\n\nPrince George’s County Master Gardeners\n\n\n\nSamaria Marley of Honey Belle Soul\n\n\n\n\n\nM-NCPPC\, Department of Parks and Recreation\, Prince George’s County Programs\n\n\n\nM-NCPPC Black History Program\n\n\n\nM-NCPPC Public Affairs and Community Engagement Outreach\n\n\n\nSankofa Mobile Museum\n\n\n\nWatkins Nature Center\n\n\n\n\n\n\nActivities\, Demonstrations & Talks\n10am-3pm: Paint the Montpelier Bird: A Community Art Experience – Arts Tent (Activity) \n\n\n\n10am-4pm: 18th Century Kitchen Activation with Living History Re-enactor Deirdre Harris – Carriage House Kitchen \n\n\n\nParticipate in an interactive activation of our 18th Century Kitchen Exhibition with a costumed re-enactment and discussion focused on summer crops\, including culinary and medicinal herbs. \n\n\n\n10am-4pm: Table Games & Tavern Puzzles – Arts Tent (Activity) \n\n\n\n11am-2pm: Expressive Mask Making Project – Arts Tent (Activity) \n\n\n\n11am-2pm: Watkins Nature Center Live Animal Display (Activity) \n\n\n\n11am-3pm: Make & Take Printmaking Activity – Arts Center 1st floor printmaking studio (Activity) \n\n\n\n11:15-11:45am & 2:30-3:15pm: The Art of Herbal Tea Blending with Plexus Herbs – Outdoor Education Tent (Talk) \n\n\n\nLearn about the five classifications of herbs: nervines\, carminative\, detox\, adaptogens\, and anti-inflammatory with a special focus on turmeric\, the Herb of the Year\, its essential partner\, black pepper\, and their synergistic relationship. Also hear a brief introduction to herbal energetics\, the stimulating and relaxing qualities of herbs for building balanced blends. \n\n\n\n12-12:30pm: “Cut\, Compose\, Create”: Live Collage Demo by resident artist Raquel Keller – Arts Center 2nd floor studios (Demonstration) \n\n\n\n1:15-1:45pm: Get to the Root of Valerian with Donna Koczaja\, M.S.\, RH (AHG) – Outdoor Education Tent (Talk) \n\n\n\nLearn all about this popular herb known to promote healthy sleep: how to grow\, harvest\, prepare\, and use for better ZZZZZZzzzzzzzssssss…. \n\n\n\n2-2:30pm: “Thyme to Make”: Ceramic Plant Stakes Demo by resident artist Lecy Mayes – Arts Center 2nd floor studios (Demonstration) \n\n\n\n3-3:30pm: “From Clay to Plate”: Live Ceramic Plate Fabrication Demo by resident artist Chris Kirages – Arts Center 1st floor ceramics (Demonstration) \n\n\n\nMeet the Speakers:\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Deirdre Harris \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Plexus Herbs \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Donna Koczaja M.S.\, RH (AHG) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Deirdre Harris \n \n Deirdre Harris is a certified interpretive guide with the National Association of Interpretation who brings history to life through immersive storytelling and hands-on experience. As a locally recognized historian\, museum educator\, living history re-enactor\, herbalist\, and artist with over a decade of experience\, she weaves together diverse expertise to create transformative encounters with local heritage. Rather than simply teaching the past\, Deirdre invites people to inhabit it\, fostering genuine connections and forging a deeper understanding of our shared history. Deirdre’s 4 interpretive eras include: Colonial Free Women of Color\, Antebellum Enslavement\, Reconstruction Era Women of Color\, and Tuskegee Army Air Force (TAAF) Nurses. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Plexus Herbs \n \n Plexus Herbs is an herbalism company founded in 2023 in Laurel\, Maryland by Kyara Nichols and Savioune Shepherd. \nLearn more at https://plexusherbs.org/ and be sure to visit their booth during the festival! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Donna Koczaja M.S.\, RH (AHG) \n \n Donna Koczaja\, M.S.\, RH(AHG) graduated from Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly Tai Sophia Institute) with a Master of Science in Therapeutic Herbalism and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Clinical Herbalism. She earned Registered Herbalist status from the American Herbalists’ Guild in 2018. Originally educated as a mechanical engineer\, she combines the rigor of her original scientific training with the traditional healing art of herbal medicine to partner with her clients to uncover the root cause of their underlying health issues. Also a Master Gardener since 2008\, her primary interest is in inspiring others to improve their health and sense of wellbeing through the joys of gardening and the power of natural medicine. \nLearn more about her at greenhavenherbalist.com and visit her at the PG County Master Gardeners booth. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nPerformances\n11-11:30AM: Simple Elegance; Regency Fashion Styling with the Jane Austen Society of North America\, Maryland Region – Outdoor Main Stage \n\n\n\n11:45AM-12:30PM & 2-2:45PM: Natyabhoomi School of Dance Indian Classical Dance Performance – Outdoor Main Stage \n\n\n\n1-2PM: Classical Guitar Concert featuring Gwenyth Aggelar – Arts Center Main Gallery \n\n\n\n3-4PM: Honey Belle Soul Performance – Outdoor Main Stage \n\n\n\nMeet the Artists:\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n JASNA-MD \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Natyabhoomi School of Dance \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gwenyth Aggeler \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Honey Belle Soul \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n JASNA-MD \n \n JASNA-MD is a regional group of the larger Jane Austen Society of North America. Our mission is to foster among the widest number of readers the study\, appreciation\, and understanding of Jane Austen’s works\, her life\, and her genius. We meet virtually or in person several times a year with our largest gathering in December to celebrate the anniversary of Jane’s birth \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Natyabhoomi School of Dance \n \n Natyabhoomi School of Dance\, based in Potomac\, Maryland\, is a premier institution dedicated to the Mysuru tradition of Bharatanatyam. Founded by Artistic Director Deepti Mukund Navile and supported by her sister Shruthi Mukund\, Artistic and Outreach Director. \nIn 2026\, the school proudly celebrates 32 wonderful years of excellence in dance and cultural education. Natyabhoomi helps students connect with their Indian heritage while growing up in America and is committed to sharing India’s rich art and culture with wider audiences. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Gwenyth Aggeler \n \n Donna Koczaja\, M.S.\, RH(AHG) graduated from Maryland University of Integrative Health (formerly Tai Sophia Institute) with a Master of Science in Therapeutic Herbalism and a Post-Master’s Certificate in Clinical Herbalism. She earned Registered Herbalist status from the American Herbalists’ Guild in 2018. Originally educated as a mechanical engineer\, she combines the rigor of her original scientific training with the traditional healing art of herbal medicine to partner with her clients to uncover the root cause of their underlying health issues. Also a Master Gardener since 2008\, her primary interest is in inspiring others to improve their health and sense of wellbeing through the joys of gardening and the power of natural medicine. \nLearn more about her at greenhavenherbalist.com and visit her at the PG County Master Gardeners booth. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Honey Belle Soul \n \n Covering a range of genres including blues\, old time\, gospel\, and folk\, Honey Belle Soul creates beautiful harmonies and honors the tradition of Black string band music while sharing their passion and joy of creating through their performances. \nHoney Belle Soul features Samaria Marley and Jalila Williams.
URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/annual-montpelier-festival-of-herbs-tea-and-the-arts
CATEGORIES:250th Anniversary,All Ages,Arts,Festivals,Free,History,Nature & Outdoor,Performance,Performances,Special Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/MAC-Herbs-Tea-Arts-2026-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T182031
CREATED:20260323T190544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T174310Z
UID:10003147-1777723200-1777741200@arts.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Kinderfest
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Watkins Regional Park for a day of live entertainment\, Midway games\, interactive exhibits\, KidFit amusements\, hands-on activities\, food vendors\, and more! \n\n\n\nAdmissions:Wonder World of Watkins Limited Wristband: Unlimited access to train\, mini golf\, carousel\, and face paintersKinderfest All-Access Wristband: Unlimited access to ALL Kinderfest amenities* All wristbands must be purchased on-site. No online sales. Cash and cards accepted * \n\n\n\nAttractions:Inflatable Skee BallQB BlitzPK Shoot OutHot Potato InflatableLumber Jack Axe ThrowingSquid SplatDouble Shot BasketballBatter Up Baseball Inflatable26′ Rock Climbing WallHungry Hippo Chow Down GameHuman FoosballWacky World Inflatable Obstacle CourseBoom Box BounceTwin SpinHuman Hamster BallCamo Obstacle CourseTropical ObstacleCarnival Fun MazeBarrel of Monkeys BouncerFace PaintersMini GolfCarouselMini Trainand more! \n\n\n\nWe encourage you to keep your pets at home during Kinderfest for the safety of others and your pets. \n\n\n\nADA Accommodations will be available.For questions or more information\, contact 301-218-6700.
URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/kinderfest-2
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Festivals,Special Events,Youth
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Kinderfest24-144.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T220000
DTSTAMP:20260421T182031
CREATED:20251111T222712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T163313Z
UID:10000225-1779555600-1779573600@arts.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Sonic Frontiers Experimental Electronic Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:With intriguing soundscapes and dazzling visuals\, Sonic Frontiers curates eclectic\, improvisatory experiences with live electronic music and projection art. With a focus on community engagement\, The DC Modular Collective members will host fall and spring mini-electronic music festivals at Brentwood Arts Exchange\, presenting featured headliners\, inviting drop-in performances\, and offering hands-on education\, demonstrations\, and insight into this unique art form.
URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/sonic-frontiers-experimental-electronic-music-festival
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Festivals,Performance,Performances
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/SOnic-Fronmtiers-1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T182031
CREATED:20260306T204632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211459Z
UID:10002425-1782558000-1782561600@arts.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Runway Rhythms Summer Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Soak up the sounds of summer as local musicians bring the museum courtyard to life! Pack a picnic\, spread out on a blanket or lawn chair\, and enjoy great tunes and snappy beats. Rotating food trucks will be on-site with tasty bites for purchase. Sponsored in part by Riverdale Park Arts and the Field of Firsts Foundation. FREE! No registration required; includes museum admission.
URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/runway-rhythms-summer-music-series/2026-06-27
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Festivals,Free,Outdoor Performances,Performances
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Wunway-Rhythms-202-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260725T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T182031
CREATED:20260306T204632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211459Z
UID:10002426-1784977200-1784980800@arts.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Runway Rhythms Summer Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Soak up the sounds of summer as local musicians bring the museum courtyard to life! Pack a picnic\, spread out on a blanket or lawn chair\, and enjoy great tunes and snappy beats. Rotating food trucks will be on-site with tasty bites for purchase. Sponsored in part by Riverdale Park Arts and the Field of Firsts Foundation. FREE! No registration required; includes museum admission.
URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/runway-rhythms-summer-music-series/2026-07-25
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Festivals,Free,Outdoor Performances,Performances
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Wunway-Rhythms-202-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T182031
CREATED:20260306T204632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T211459Z
UID:10002427-1788001200-1788004800@arts.pgparks.com
SUMMARY:Runway Rhythms Summer Music Series
DESCRIPTION:Soak up the sounds of summer as local musicians bring the museum courtyard to life! Pack a picnic\, spread out on a blanket or lawn chair\, and enjoy great tunes and snappy beats. Rotating food trucks will be on-site with tasty bites for purchase. Sponsored in part by Riverdale Park Arts and the Field of Firsts Foundation. FREE! No registration required; includes museum admission.
URL:https://arts.pgparks.com/event_list/runway-rhythms-summer-music-series/2026-08-29
CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Festivals,Free,Outdoor Performances,Performances
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://arts.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Wunway-Rhythms-202-600x400-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR