Thursday, Nov. 17
Beltsville computer class, the basics of the Internet. 9:10 a.m.,Beltsville Library, 4319 Sellman Rd. Free. 301-937-0294.
Health-care benefits open-season fair, presentations on thechanges for next year; part of a meeting of the National Active andRetired Federal Employees Association. New members are welcome. 10a.m., Kenhill Center, 2614 Kenhill Dr., Bowie. Free. 301-464-6372.
Children's winter exploration, for ages 5 to 7, bundle up anddiscover what's happening in outdoor habitats. 10:30 a.m.-noon,National Wildlife Visitor Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop,Laurel. Donations welcome, registration required. 301-497-5887.
'Sprouts' nature program for preschoolers, songs, crafts andmore. 11 a.m.-noon (third Thursdays), the Accokeek Foundation, 3400Bryan Point Rd., Accokeek. Free. 301-283-2113.
'Civil War Contraband Camp Registers,' Alisea Williams-McLeoddescribes how the records are being transcribed. 11 a.m., NationalArchives, 8601 Adelphi Rd., College Park. Free. 202-357-5000.
Holiday card workshop and photos with Santa, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.,Indian Queen Recreation Center, 9551 Fort Foote Rd., FortWashington. $5. 301-839-9597.
Holiday crafts workshop and photos with Santa, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.,Potomac Landing Community Center, 12500 Fort Washington Rd., FortWashington. $5. 301-292-9191.
Senior holiday luncheon, for age 60 and older, celebrateThanksgiving with food, friends and music by the Harmony Hallers.Noon-3 p.m., Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd.,Fort Washington. $11. 301-203-6070.
Internet and e-mail workshop, for age 60 and older. 1-3:30 p.m.,Thursday and Friday, PC Seniors/Collington Retirement Community,10450 Lottsford Rd., Mitchellville. $25, registration required. 301-925-7571 or www.pcforseniorcitizens.com.
Club Joe's 'Winter Showcase,' children in the after-schoolprogram perform dances and techniques. 5:30 p.m., Joe's MovementEmporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Rd., Mount Rainier. $5. 301-699-1819.
Berwyn Heights bird walk, hosted by the Audubon Society, habitatsinclude open water, wetlands, forests and meadows, with sightingopportunities for woodland and field songbirds, waterfowl andraptors. 6 p.m., meet at the parking lot for the Luther GoldmanBirding Trail, Lake Artemesia Natural Area, Ruatan Street and BerwynRoad, Berwyn Heights. Free. 301-459-3375.
Breast cancer support group, sponsored by the Breast CancerNetwork of Strength. 6:30-8 p.m. (third Thursdays), Colony SouthHotel, Governor's Room, 7401 Surratts Rd, Clinton. Free,registration requested. 703-437-9595.
Crime-prevention seminar, a presentation on how to avoid being avictim, especially during the holidays. 7 p.m., Bowie PoliceDepartment, 15901 Excalibur Rd., Bowie. Free. 301-575-1824.
'The Maryland Parity Project,' an initiative to ensure thateveryone knows his or her rights to access to federally fundedmental-health and addiction-treatment programs. Sponsored by theNational Alliance on Mental Illness. 7-9 p.m., Beckett Field, 8511Legation Rd., New Carrollton. Free, reservations requested. 301-429-0970.
Fort Washington 'cabaret' dance, for age 18 and older, line- andhand-dancing. 7-10 p.m., Potomac Landing Community Center, 12500Fort Washington Rd., Fort Washington. $8, $10. 301-292-9191.
Theater: 'Fat Pig,' the story of a handsome man who falls for aplus-size librarian; the play examines society's traditional view ofbeauty. 7:30 p.m., today, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. PrinceGeorge's Community College, Hallam Theatre, 301 Largo Rd., Largo.$10; seniors, students and staff, $5. 301-322-0920 ortheatre@pgcc.edu.
Friday, Nov. 18
Al-Anon, for family and friends. 7 p.m. Fridays, Laurel RegionalHospital, 7300 Van Dusen Rd., Laurel. Free. 301-497-7914.
Fitness for seniors, for age 60 and older. Pool, 6 a.m.-noon;fitness center and track, 8 a.m.-noon, Mondays, Wednesdays andFridays. Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex, 8001 SheriffRd., Landover. Free. 301-583-2400.
Business network breakfast, sponsored by the Catholic BusinessNetwork. 7:30 a.m., Country Club at Woodmore, 12320 PleasantProspect Rd., Mitchellville. $30; members, $20. Reservationsrequired. 301-779-7833, www.cbnpg.org orLisa.White@loyolaretreat.org.
Computer classes in Spanish, the basic skills. 9-10:30 a.m.,Hyattsville Library, 6532 Adelphi Rd. Free, registration required.301-985-4690.
Fit-n-Fun cardio, for all ages. 10-11:15 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdaysand Fridays, Greenbelt Community Center, 15 Crescent Rd. Call forregistration and fee information. 301-397-2208.
Health insurance workshop, presentations on Medicare; sponsoredby Kaiser Permanente. 10 a.m. Greenbelt Marriott, 6400 Ivy Lane.Free. 877-425-4716.
Upper Marlboro coat drive, drop off gently used coats for thosein need. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Clinton Christian School, 6707 WoodyardRd., Upper Marlboro. 301-599-9600 or jrayner@clintonchristian.org.
Toddlers nature program, for age 4 and younger, songs, storiesand crafts with a woodchuck-theme. 10:30-11:30 a.m. and 1-2 p.m.,National Wildlife Visitor Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop,Laurel. Donations welcome, registration required. 301-497-5887.
Holiday concert and variety show, for age 18 and older, music,skits and dramatic readings. 2-4 p.m., Potomac Landing CommunityCenter, 12500 Fort Washington Rd., Fort Washington. $5. 301-292-9191.
Branch Avenue farmers market, local produce and more. 2-6 p.m.Fridays, Iverson Mall parking lot, Branch Avenue and Iverson Street,Hillcrest Heights. 301-403-2080.
Teen meet and greet, for ages 13-17. Travel to the communitycenter in Forestville to hang out with peers. 7-10 p.m. Meet atMarlow Heights Community Center, 2800 St. Clair Dr., Temple Hills.Free with youth identification. 301-423-0505.
Youth basketball camp, for ages 12-17. 7-10 p.m., SuitlandCommunity Center, 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville. Free with youthidentification. 301-736-3518.
'Shakespeare's Two Noble Kinsman,' presented by the ShakespeareFactory players. 7:30 p.m., Old Parish House, 4711 Knox Rd., CollegePark. Free. 301-927-3013.
Theater: 'Alice in Wonderland,' a comedy version of the classicstory. 8 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays; 2:30 p.m. Sundays through Dec.3. Greenbelt Arts Center, 123 Centerway. $17; students and seniors,$14. 301-441-8770.
Saturday, Nov. 19
Bird walks, hosted by the Prince George's Audubon Society. Forall experience levels, a half-day walk to view woodland and fieldbirds and waterfowl; waterproof footwear and binoculars recommended.7:30 a.m., Governor Bridge Natural Area, 7600 Governor Bridge Rd.,Bowie. Free. 410-765-6482.
Baden community flea market, books, children's items, sportsequipment and more. 8 a.m.-noon, Baden Community Center, 13601 Baden-Westwood Rd., Brandywine. 301-888-1500.
'Patro-Tech' game show, a variety of technology-themedcompetitions, with door prizes, breakfast and lunch. Sponsored byPatriots Technology Training Center. 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Gwynn ParkMiddle School, 8000 Dyson Rd., Brandywine. $20, student competitors(adults, $10). Registration required. Gloria Shivers at 301-925-9350 or gloriashivers@hotmail.com.
Craft fair fundraiser, holiday gifts, home decor and more;breakfast and lunch available. A benefit for school-relatedactivities. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Bond Mill Elementary School, 16001Sherwood Ave., West Laurel. 301-497-3600.
Glenarden computer class, basic keyboard and Internet skills. 9a.m., Saturdays, through Dec. 17, Glenarden Library, 8724 GlenardenPkwy., Lanham. Free. 301-772-5477.
Holly Days bazaar, handmade gifts, toys, baked goods and raffles;breakfast and lunch available. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Philips Church,6th and Main streets, Laurel. 301-776-5151 orwww.stphilipslaurel.org.
Oxon Hill library database workshop, learn how to use the librarycomputers. 9:15 a.m., Saturdays, through Dec. 10, Oxon Hill Library,6200 Oxon Hill Rd. Free. 301-839-2400.
Ashtanga yoga class, 9:30-11 a.m., Saturdays through Dec. 17,Joe's Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Rd., Mount Rainier. $5.301-699-1819.
Beltsville community health fair, screenings and more. Sponsoredby the University of Maryland School of Public Health. 10 a.m.-2p.m., Beltsville Community Center, 3900 Sellman Rd. Free. 301-937-6613.
Liturgical dance auditions, area dance troupes are invited to tryout for the Feb. 26 festival; bring your own music. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.,Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd., Cheverly. 301-277-1710.
St. Jude fundraiser,watch martial arts demonstrations such askarate, aikido, jiujitsu, cardio-kickboxing and more. Also featuresmusic, poetry, food, games and prizes. Proceeds benefit St. JudeChildren Research Hospital. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Kazoku, 9171 CentralAve., Studio L10 , Capitol Heights, at the Kingdom Square Mall.Free, donations welcome. 301-499-2665 or kazokuma@verizon.net.
Science, technology, engineering and math 'career fair,' for 8th-, 9th- and 10th-graders. Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta sorority. 10a.m.-noon, Bowie State University, McKeldin Gymnasium, 14000 JerichoPark Rd., Bowie. 301-736-3250 or see@pgcdst.org.
Fairmont Heights computer literacy class, the basics of Internet-use and word processing. 11 a.m., Fairmount Heights Library, 5904Kolb St. Free. 301-883-2650.
Hyattsville pottery show and sale, handmade stoneware, ceramicsand baskets. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Langley Park Community Center, 1500Merrimac Dr., Hyattsville. 301-445-4508.
Seniors' Thanksgiving gathering, for age 60 and older, atraditional holiday meal. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Marlow Heights CommunityCenter, 2800 St. Clair Dr., Temple Hills. $5. 301-423-0505.
'Teens and Jeans Walk-a-Thon,' donate gently worn jeans and walkas much as five miles to raise awareness about hunger andhomelessness. 11:30 a.m., Bladensburg Waterfront Park, 4601Annapolis Rd. 301-779-0371.
Colonial seafood demonstration, traditional recipes such asoyster stew, buttered crabs and tidewater crab cakes. Noon-1 p.m.,The Accokeek Foundation, 3400 Bryan Point Rd., Accokeek. Free. 301-283-2113.
'What's in your attic?,' bring your antiques or family heirloomsto be reviewed by an expert. Noon-4 p.m. Marrietta House, 5626 BellStation Rd., Glenn Dale. $5. 301-464-5291.
Art exhibit closing reception, for SallyAnn Rogers's 'One Summerin Maine.' 1-3 p.m., Prince George's Plaza Community Center, 6600Adelphi Rd., Hyattsville. Free. 301-864-1611.
Hyattsville HIV clinic, testing without needles. 1-3 p.m., FirstUnited Methodist Church of Hyattsville, 6201 Belcrest Rd. Free. 301-927-0300.
Bowie 3-on-3 basketball tournament, for ages 13-17, sign up yourteam and be eligible for prizes. 2-10 p.m., Bowie Community Center,3209 Stonybrook Dr. $21 per team; signed permission slips required.301-464-1737.
Car-seat safety check, 2:30-4:30 p.m. (on third Saturdays).Southern Maryland Hospital Center, 7503 Surratts Rd., Clinton. Free.Mary Bair, 301-877-5740.
Oxon Hill LEGO mania, for ages 6-9. 2:30 p.m., Saturdays, throughDec. 17, Oxon Hill Library, 6200 Oxon Hill Rd. Free. 301-839-2400.
'Ms. B's Runway Fashion Show,' with a live performance by RaheemDeVaughn; champagne and hors d'oeuvres served. 4-8 p.m. UpscaleBallroom, 3900 Bexley Pl., Suitland. $50; VIP, $65. RSVP. 202-657-2212. msbfashion.eventbrite.com.
Country-western dance night, music by the Dixie Wind band; cowboyhats and boots suggested; dinner served. 6 p.m., College Park MooseLodge, 3700 Metzerott Rd. $8, advance purchase recommended. 301-935-5525.
Oxon Hill 'Turkey Ball' hoops shootout, for girls and boys ages 8-15. 6-8 p.m., Glassmanor Community Center, 1101 Marcy Ave., OxonHill. Free with youth identification. 301-567-6033.
'Xtreme Teens' girl talk and spa, for ages 10-17, help each otherwith nails and hair while discussing the relevant topics of the day.7-9 p.m., Potomac Landing Community Center, 12500 Fort WashingtonRd., Fort Washington. $2, registration required. 301-292-9191.
Teen karaoke night, for ages 13-17, dancing encouraged. 7-10p.m., Hillcrest Heights Community Center, 2300 Oxon Run Dr., TempleHills. Free with youth identification. 301-505-0876.
'Xtreme Teens' scavenger hunt, for ages 13-17. 7-10 p.m., MarlowHeights Community Center, 2800 St. Clair Dr., Temple Hills. Freewith youth identification. 301-423-0505.
Youth basketball tournament, for ages 12-17, competitors will beeligible to win a turkey. 7 p.m., Suitland Community Center, 5600Regency Lane, Forestville. Free. 301-736-3518.
'Silk Road' dance festival, a bazaar, a Central Asian tea house,a fashion show, workshops and a live dance-company performance. 8p.m., Joe's Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Rd., Mount Rainier.$25; in advance, $20. 301-699-1819.
Sunday, Nov. 20
Community center tailgate party, for age 60 and older, wear yourteam colors and watch the Redskins-Cowboys game. Light refreshmentsserved. 12:30-4 p.m., Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center, 7120Contee Rd., Laurel. $10. 301-206-3355.
'Animal Behaviors' nature program, for ages 8-10, learn why somewildlife advertise their presence with bold colors and bizarreconduct. 1-2:30 p.m., National Wildlife Visitor Center, 10901Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel. Donations welcome, registrationrequired. 301-497-5887.
Invasive-plant removal event and craft session, help removepinecones and non-native vines, then turn your findings into festiveholiday wreaths. 1-3 p.m., Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, 1361 WrightonRd., Lothian. Free; some materials required. Call 410-741-9330 forinformation.
Naval Academy Gospel Choir, dinner will be served after theconcert. 4 p.m., Largo Community Church, 1701 Enterprise Rd.,Mitchellville. Concert, free. Dinner, $20; high school students,$12; middle-school students and younger, free. 301-249-2255.
Alcoholics Anonymous, 7 p.m. Sundays, Laurel Regional Hospital,7300 Van Dusen Rd., Laurel. Free. 301-497-7914.
University of Maryland choruses, the School of Music's mixedensembles in a performance of 'The Romantic Ideal,' masterworks fromthe 19th century. 7:30 p.m., Dekelboum Concert Hall, Route 193 andStadium Drive, College Park. Free. 301-405-2787.
Monday, Nov. 21
Bowie holiday-decorations contest, nominations deadline isDec.12; judging of homes will take place the evening of Dec. 14.Applications available at www.cityofbowie.org or at Bowie City Hall,15901 Excalibur Rd. Free. 301-809-3078 or mcorley@cityofbowie.org.
Holiday food drive, drop off nonperishable foods to benefitLaurel Advocacy and Referral Services. 8 a.m.-8:30 p.m., daily,through Nov. 30. Laurel-Beltsville Senior Activity Center, 7120Contee Rd. (near the hospital complex). 301-206-3355.
School fundraiser and prayer service, to benefit the LittleSisters of the Poor. 8:15 a.m., Holy Redeemer School, 4902 BerwynRd., College Park. Brie Hall at 301-853-4512 or bhall@adw.org.
Nature program: 'Chicken Stories,' songs and more. 9-10 a.m.,Oxon Cove Park, 6411 Oxon Hill Rd., Oxon Hill. Free.
Mental health support group, take part in a mailing-preparationproject while sharing challenges, experiences and problem-solving.Sponsored by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. 10 a.m.-noon,Beckett Field, 8511 Legation Rd., New Carrollton. Dominique Thomas,301-385-1699 or nami.dom@domthom.com.
Blood pressure screening, noon-6 p.m., Mondays, Tuesdays andWednesdays, Southern Maryland Hospital Center, 7503 Surratts Rd.,Clinton. Free. 301-877-5702.
Books discussion for homeschoolers, for ages 7-12, a look atliterature from around the world. 2:30 p.m. (third Mondays),Accokeek Library, 15773 Livingston Rd., Accokeek. Free. 301-292-2880.
Help With Homework club, for elementary school students,sponsored by Solid Rock Church. 3-5 p.m. Mondays, New CarrolltonLibrary, 7414 Riverdale Rd. Free, registration required. 301-474-7800.
Free food distribution, take your own bags. 4-6 p.m. Mondays,Iverson Mall (near Burlington Coat Factory), 3737 Branch Ave.,Temple Hills. Moe Gregory, 301-336-3808 or Moedogg5@gmail.com.
Friendship-bracelet craft project, for ages 8-12, create jewelryfrom embroidery floss. 4 p.m., Monday and Nov. 28, Oxon HillLibrary, 6200 Oxon Hill Rd. Free. 301-839-2400.
Fort Washington Zumba exercise classes, for age 18 and older,eight weeks of the aerobic dance workout. 7-8 p.m., Oxon Hill MiddleSchool, 9570 Fort Foote Rd., Fort Washington. $72; residents ofPrince George's and Montgomery counties, $60. Registrationrequested. 301-297-4648.
Tuesday, Nov. 22
Seniors Thanksgiving feast, for age 60 and older, featuring aperformance by the Cartwright Lodge singers. 9:15 a.m.-2 p.m., CampSprings Senior Center, 6420 Allentown Rd. Free, registrationrequired. 301-449-0490.
Free food distribution, take your own bags. 4-6 p.m., Gwynn ParkMiddle School (parking lot), 8000 Dyson Rd., Brandywine. MoeGregory, 301-336- 3808 or Moedogg5@gmail.com.
Wednesday, Nov. 23
Laurel bird walk, for age 16 and older, a guided walk to searchbird habitats; field guides and binoculars recommended. 8-10:30a.m., National Wildlife Visitor Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop,Laurel. Free. Donations welcome, registration required. 301-497-5887.
Afternoon jazz tea, with guitarist Rick Whitehead and saxophonistChris Vadala. 2 p.m., Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 LivingstonRd., Fort Washington. $15. 301-203-6070.
'Xtreme Teens' girls night, for ages 10-17, girls-onlyactivities. 7-10 p.m., William Beanes Community Center, 5108 DiannaDr., Suitland. Free with youth identification. 301-568-7719.
Fort Washington teen game night, for ages 13-17, play Uno, 500,spades and other card games. 7-10 p.m., Potomac Landing CommunityCenter, 12500 Fort Washington Rd., Fort Washington. Free with youthidentification. 301-292-9191.
Thursday, Nov. 24
Stroke support group, for people living with the aftermath ofstroke and their family members and friends. 5-6:30 p.m. (on fourthThursdays). Colony South Hotel, 7401 Surratts Rd, Clinton. Free. 301-877-5858.
- Compiled by Jillian S. Sowah
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