Showing posts with label Kensington Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Kensington Events. Show all posts

Monday, October 19, 2009

Kensington Food Drive - Saturday, October 24 from 9-12

Once again, the Town of Kensington, in cooperation with Bethesda Help, will be conducting a Food Drive on Saturday, October 24 between the hours of 9:00 am – 12:00 noon at Town Hall, as part of Montgomery County’s Community Service Day.

Town Hall is located at 3710 Mitchell Street, Kensington, MD 20895

IMPORTANT: Bethesda Help is unable to use food items that come in glass containers or in oversized bottles, cans, and packages.

Foods that are currently needed are as follows:

Beans
Breakfast cereals
Canned meat and fish -- All types, but especially canned corned beef, ham, chicken,
SPAM, meat hashes, chili with meat, stews, salmon, and tuna
Canned fruits
Fruit juice concentrate -- Concentrated juice in soda-sized cans only (available at Giant)
Jelly, jam, or honey
Peanut butter
Pasta
Pasta sauce
Powdered milk -- Boxes containing individual 1-quart envelopes (available at Giant)
Rice
Soups
Vegetables -- All types, but especially tomatoes in 1 pound cans



In addition:

Bethesda Help is always looking for additional volunteers to help out with food delivery.  More information can be found at http://www.bethesdahelp.org/ or by calling 301.365.2022.

Friday, October 16, 2009

TOWN PICNIC POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

TOWN PICNIC POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

The Town’s Annual Picnic that was scheduled for Sunday, October 18 has been postponed due to weather.  The Town is considering all options, including rescheduling and canceling until the spring.  We will let you know through list serve and website announcements as soon as a decision has been made.

Note:  Please disregard the Around Town Journal’s information regarding the Town Picnic.  The Journal should be delivered by Tuesday afternoon.


Town of Kensington Email Announcements
http://www.tok.md.gov

Thursday, October 15, 2009

Warner Memorial - Used Book Fair - Otober 24, 2009

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Announces
Used Book Fair to Benefit Crossway Community
Kensington, MD - October 24, 2009


The youth of Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church in Kensington are collecting gently used children's and young adult books to sell at a used book fair.  All proceeds from the fair will be used to purchase new books for children at the Crossway Community in Wheaton.  The Crossway Community is a unique educational and residential program for families. It offers supportive housing for at-risk mothers and their children, a community training institute for job and career growth, a Montessori based Community Day School,  and the Community Center  which hosts programs on all subjects of interest to the greater community.

The Used Book Fair will be held from 10 AM to 2 PM on October 24 in the Social Hall of Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church.  Used books can be dropped off at the Warner Church office, 10123 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington, through Thursday, October 22.  Call Jan Moody at 301-949-2900, ext 307 with any questions.

The Press Contact for this event is Jan Moody, 301-949-2900, ext. 307 or dcewarner@comcast.net.

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church
10123 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington MD  20895
301-949-2900 - www.WarnerMemorial.org

Serving members in Aspen Hill, Bethesda, Brookeville, Burtonsville, Chevy Chase, Colesville, Garrett Park, Hyattsville, Kensington, Olney, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring & Wheaton for 116 years.

Town of Kensington and Chevy Chase View obtain $100K in Grant Funding for Pedestrian Safety

Congratulations to the Town of Kensington and our neighbor to the south, Chevy Chase View on successfully obtaining $100K in grant funding for pedestrian safety!

http://www.gazette.net/stories/10142009/kensnew201531_32525.shtml

The grant comes from the Safe Routes to Schools program which is federally funded and administered by each State. This is a great example of local, state and federal governments working together to improve our quality of life and make our neighborhoods safer for kids.

Kudos to Mayor Fosselman for collaborating with our neighboring jurisdiction to pursue this grant. Former Town employee Claudia Donnelly was instrumental in putting together the grant application.

This is a first for Kensington.


Town of Kensington Email Announcements
http://www.tok.md.gov

Wednesday, October 14, 2009

THE ANNUAL TOWN OF KENSINGTON PICNIC - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18

THE ANNUAL TOWN OF KENSINGTON PICNIC

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18th, 1-4 p.m. at St. Paul Park

Please join for some harvest fun.... we will have a small pumpkin patch, music, fun and games for the whole family. We ask that you bring pot luck snack for apprx. 8 people. The town will supply water,soda,lemonade,cider and beer and a ton of apples from Hawkins market!!!!

The Kensington VFD will be around to give tours of some of the fire engines!!

Tuesday, October 13, 2009

KENSINGTON ROW BOOKSHOP EVENT - Thursday, November 5 @ 7:30 pm

Kensington Row Bookshop
3786 Howard  Ave.
Kensington, Md. 20895
www.kensingtonrowbookshop.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONTACT:  Elisenda Sola-Sole
301/949-9416

AUTHOR TALK

Sanford Gottlieb author of
"Red to Blue:Congressman Chris Van Hollen and Grassroots Politics"
Thursday, November 5, 7:30 pm
Chris Van Hollen, flanked by a grassroots army, won upset victories in the 2002 primary and general elections--even though one of his opponents had a consultant named David Axelrod. Van Hollen's win in the suburbs helped lift the Democrats out of the doldrums, the first step in a struggle that led to Barack Obama's triumph in 2008. Red to Blue chronicles Van Hollen's campaign from the inside, follows him as he becomes a rising star in his party, and visits the activists who changed history from Montgomery County, Maryland, to Carroll County, Iowa. "The book is valuable enough as a tale of Van Hollen," says Norman Ornstein of the American Enterprise Institute, "but its insights into the larger issues of American politics make it a real keeper." The book's foreword is written by Mike McCurry, former White House press secretary

Sanford Gottlieb worked in the peace movement from 1960 to 1993. He was executive director of SANE. The author of Defense Addiction, in 2002 he served as a Kensington precinct coordinator in Van Hollen's campaign.



Free event.

Tuesday, September 29, 2009

Concerts at Cedar Lane - Sunday, October 11 @ 4 pm

Katrine Anderson and Friends
Sunday, October 11, 2009 - 4:00 PM
Cedar Lane comes alive with songs and music of Scotland as a local favorite, Katrine Anderson returns with her band of talented musicians including Tina Chancey, Zan Mcleod, and Robert Spates



Free. Donations support Concerts at Cedar Lane.
 
Concerts atCedar Lane

Cedar Lane Unitarian Universalist Church
9601 Cedar Lane
Bethesda,MD 20814
Learn more at www.cedarlane.org http://www.cedarlane.org/
Call 301/493-8300 ex. 314

Monday, September 28, 2009

Warner Memorial Presbyterian - Free Depression Screening

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church Announces

Free Depression Screening

Kensington, MD - October 8, 2009

Thursday, October 8, 2009, is National Depression Screening Day. Depression Screenings are being offered throughout the country using the materials and structure of the Mental Health Screenings organization. Pastoral Counseling and Care Ministries is offering a Depression Screening on October 8th at Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church at 10123 Connecticut Avenue in Kensington. DROP IN any time between 10am and 6pm on Thursday, October 8. If you have questions, please contact Kathy Kohl at 1-888-626-2273, box 3.

Participants will complete a written screening questionnaire, view educational materials, pick up pamphlets and brochures, discuss questionnaire results with a licensed counselor, and receive guidance toward finding help and resources when needed.

Depression and anxiety can be debilitating, life-threatening illnesses. But often people suffering with these conditions do not know they have an illness that can be treated. If they do know that these conditions can be treated, they may not know where to turn for such help. Because of the economic downturn in this country, there has been an increase in the number of people experiencing these mood disorders.

The symptoms of depression may include lack of energy, changes in eating or sleep patterns, sadness, irritability, and a sense of hopelessness. Anxiety is fear about future uncertainties and may be accompanied by feelings of panic. If you or someone you know may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, this is an opportunity to clarify your concerns and receive education and guidance on how to get help.

The Press Contact for this event is Kathy Kohl at 1-888-626-2273, box 3.

Warner Memorial Presbyterian Church
10123 Connecticut Avenue, Kensington MD 20895

301-949-2900 - www.WarnerMemorial.org

Contact: June Eakin


Serving members in Aspen Hill, Bethesda, Brookeville, Burtonsville, Chevy Chase, Colesville, Garrett Park, Hyattsville, Kensington, Olney, Potomac, Rockville, Silver Spring

Kensington Row Bookshop Events

Joyce Burnett
author of
Adam's Belle:
A Memoir of Love Without Bounds
Thursday, October 15
7:30pm

Adam’s Belle is a roller coaster ride through the life of the late Isabel Washington Powell. This first-person narrative charges through Isabel’s life from her early childhood days as a baby “drama queen” in her hometown of Savannah, Georgia to her stage debut kicking up her heels at Harlem’s famous Cotton Club in the 1920’s. Isabel soon meets a real life “Prince Charming” who happens to be the nation’s most eligible bachelor – Adam Clayton Powell Jr. The two fall madly in love and plan to share their “heaven on earth” for the rest of their lives.

With much pain and agony, Isabel learns that not all fairy tales have happy endings. Ultimately, she develops the strength to celebrate herself and even overcome breast cancer on her nearly 100-year journey to becoming a true living legend.

About the Author:
As a native of Los Angeles, California, Joyce Burnett has always been interested in music, entertainment and fitness. She knew little, however, about the dynamic sounds and lifestyle of the Harlem Renaissance until she ran head on into Isabel Washington Powell. From the moment they met, Joyce was enthralled by the vivid pictures Belle painted of her life.

Joyce worked closely with Belle for almost ten years to record this incredible story. Belle was very pleased with the early draft of Adam’s Belle, but sadly, she passed away before her story was published.

Joyce holds degrees from Wesleyan University, Johns Hopkins, and American University.

www.adamsbelle.com



Hot Club of Takoma Park

Saturday, Oct. 10th
12:30-2:30


Let Hot Club of Takoma Park sooth your Saturday afternoon with the sounds of instrumental old timey jazz, standards, bluegrass, folk and blues.

Live music and books, what more could one want? Come and enjoy!

Band Members:
Victoria Borland: guitar
Julia Borland: Fiddle
Larry: Mandola
Mike: guitar, bass, banjo



Eric M. Latham
author of
Take Steps with a Purpose:
A Walk About America for Cancer Research
Wednesday, October 21
7:30pm

In the greatest journey of his life, Eric M. Latham literally walked across the United States to raise money for cancer research. Along the way, he met thousands of people who shared their amazing stories with him. Now, he's sharing those stories with the world.

Take Steps with a Purpose: A Walk About America for Cancer Research is an inspirational story about tragedy and triumph, about life and death, about hope, courage, and strength. But most of all, it's a story about people and how they're affected by cancer. Full-color photos and nearly 200 pages detail the faces of America. Take Steps with a Purpose records each challenging step Eric took to fight for a cause that he believes in.

Born in D.C. and native to Rockville, Eric recently moved back to the area. He is also the author of Entitled to a Nation.

www.takestepswithapurpose.com




3786 Howard Ave.
Kensington, MD 20895


Phone: (301) 949-9416
kensington.books@verizon.net

Monday, September 21, 2009

St. Paul's Annual Apple Sale and Yard Sale - Oct 22-24

St. Paul’s UMC apple and yard sales

Apple Sale

Dates & Hours: Thursday, October 22 - 9 AM to 6 PM
Friday, October 23 - 8 AM to 6 PM
Saturday, October 24 - 8 AM to 5 PM

Location: The St. Paul’s UMC parking lot on Armory Avenue diagonally
across from the Safeway indoor parking garage.

Selling: Local fresh apples, cider, apple butter and preserves.

Yard Sale

Dates & Hours: Friday, October 23 - 8 AM to 6 PM
Saturday, October 24 - 8 AM to 1 PM

Location: Heavener Hall (inside the church) at the corner of Mitchell
& Fawcett Streets in old town Kensington.

Selling: Housewares, furniture, books, appliances, clothing, jewelry,
collectibles, toys, etc.

We welcome good sellable donations. We do not accept exercise equipment,
computer equipment, childrens’ car seats, sofas or heavy over-stuffed chairs.
Donations should be brought to the church on Thursday, October 22 between the
hours of 8 AM and 7 PM. Tax donation receipts gladly given.

If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thank you.

Jerry Watkins - Secretary
St. Paul’s United Methodist Men
301-942-7405

KHS - 3rd Annual Antiques Road Show - Kensington Style

Kensington Historical Society presents the 3rd Annual Antiques Road Show.

Tuesday, September 22 in the Kensington Town Hall/Armory. 3710 Mitchell Street

Expert Evaluations 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Q&A Panel Session 7:30 to 8:30 pm
Raffle Drawing 7:30

$10 for evaluating up to three items. Evaluations will be given verbally and are meant to give you an idea of the possible market value. It is not an offer to purchase. Nothing bought or sold.

Contact:
301.949.9416 or kensington.books@verizon.net

Our Panel Includes Experts in:
Books, Autographs, Maps, Prints, Jewelry, Rugs, Asian, Americana and General Antiques.

Wednesday, September 9, 2009

Kensington Park MOMS Club - Picnic Saturday, September 26 & Mtg 9/30

September Family Picnic

Kensington Park MOMS Club (a national support group for mothers who primarily stay home with their children) invites moms and their families to the annual picnic! The picnic will take place on Saturday, September 26
th from 11:00am to 1:00pm at Puller Park (off Beach drive). This event is TONS of fun and a wonderful, relaxing way to meet other moms and their spouses and children. Come enjoy the beautiful September weather. The Kensington firemen wi ll be there with their truck for the children to see and explore. There will also be tattoos and bubbles for the kids including a few surprises. It is $5 for each family to enjoy the picnic which includes pizza, drinks, dessert and snacks. Please contact
kpmomsclub@yahoo.com <mailto:kpmomsclub@yahoo.com> prior to the event if you are not a current member, but are interested in attending.

September Monthly Meeting

Kensington Park MOMS Club (a national support group for mothers who primarily stay home with their children) invites moms to attend the monthly meeting on Wednesday, September 30th at 10:30 am at the Kensington Park Library, 4201 Knowles Ave., Kensington, MD 20895. The program for this month's meeting will feature children's entertainer Susan McNelis, also known as Oh Susannah!
Her musical performances blend familiar favorites and lively originals perfect for singing and dancing along. Singer/songwriter/guitarist Oh Susannah! was voted Best for Families by readers of Family Magazine and was just nominated for the WAMA awards, Best Children's Artist and Best Children's Recording!

The MOMS club is open to moms whose children are zoned to attend Garret Park ES and Kensington Parkwood ES. The group’s activities include trips to parks, lunch and coffee get-togethers, playgroups and more. More information is available at www.kensingtonparkmoms.com
<http://www.kensingtonparkmoms.com> or you may email kpmomsclub@yahoo.com <mailto:kpmomsclub@yahoo.com>


Thursday, August 20, 2009

PICTURES IN THE PARK - Friday, Aug 28 @ 8 pm

PICTURES IN THE PARK - FREE!

Batman - The Dark Night featured movie. Bring a blanket or lawn chair and join your Kensington neighbors for a fun outdoor movie night - For Free! St. Paul Park, corner of Plyers Mill & St. Paul Street. Friday, August 28 at 8 pm (rain date 8/29). Sponsored by the Town of Kensington.

Friday, August 14, 2009

Special Events at the Kensington Park Library

The Honorable Ann Sundt, Retired Judge of the Montgomery County Circuit Court will give a talk titled : "A Woman's Perspective of Our Courts." This program will be held on Saturday September 26, 2009 at 1:00 PM at the Kensington Park Library and is sponsored by American Association of University Women (AAUW) and Kensington Park Library.

Kensington Park Library

4201 Knowles Ave.

Kensington, MD 20895

240-773-9515 TTY: 301-897-2250

Kensington Historical Society Free Saturday Summer Conert Series

The Kensington Historical Society
Free Summer Concert Series
Saturdays, 10 to 11 AM, across from the
Kensington Train Station Farmers’ Market

June 13 Rita Clarke and the Naturals – rhythm & blues
June 20 ellen cherry – spunky pop
June 27 Old School Country Bluegrass - “reforming” traditional bluegrass
July 4 (10:30) Silver Creek - Country, Ragtime, Folk, Hawaiian…
July 11 Blue Book Value – rhythm & blues swing band
July 18 Side By Side (Doris Justis & Sean McGhee) – keeping folk music alive with harmony
July 25 Banjo Man Frank Cassel – folk, bluegrass, & original music for all ages
August 1 2nd Story Band - Folk, Blues, Alternative & World Beat
August 8 TBA
August 15 Dixieland Express
August 22 The Foolish Pride String Band – traditional American & Celtic music
August 29 Ruthie Logsden & Greg Hardin (of Ruthie & the Wranglers) - country
September 5 J.P.McDermott & Western Bop
Sept. 12 Keith Grimes and Esther Haynes
Sept. 19 Scott Stancill & Cindy Stock - Acoustic Guitar & Violin Duo playing popular and Celtic music
Sept. 26 The Casual Musicians’ Club (Garrett Park)


These concerts are made possible by our members, the Town of Kensington and the
following: MACON CONSTRUCTION (Carl Mahaney), LONG & FOSTER(Gary Ditto),
KNOWLES PRINTING, KENSINGTON PHARMACY, WEST HOWARD ASSOC., SAFEWAY,
Amicus Green Building, Café 1894 (Duane Rollins), Chesapeake Framing, Ferris Baker Watts (Hank Warner), Hardware City, Johnson’s, Kensington Row Bookshop, Logan’s Automotive, Jan Marfyak Designs, Mirkin Foot Associates, Mizell Lumber & Hardware, Moose, Green and Korom, PA, Osiris Books, Patrick Realty Co., Pritchard’s, Harry B. Sewell, Jr., and Sub Urban. THANK YOU!

www.kensingtonhistory.org

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

CC/Kensington MOMS Club - Tuesday, August 18, 2009

The Chevy Chase Kensington MOMS club invites moms to its monthly meeting on Tuesday, August 18th a 10:30 am at the Kensington Park Library at 4201 Knowles Avenue, Kensington. The meeting will feature a mini-workout by Baby Boot Camp, the stroller based fitness experts. New moms especially encouraged to attend. We are a support group for stay-at-home moms in zip codes 20895, 20852 and 20815 with children zoned to attend: Chevy Chase ES, Oakland Terrace ES, Rock Creek Forest ES, Rock View ES, Rosemary Hills ES, Somerset ES and Viers Mill ES. Please visit www.chevychasekensingtonmomsclub.com <http://www.chevychasekensingtonmomsclub.com/> or email cckmomsclub@yahoo.com for more information on the club or the meeting.

Monday, July 20, 2009

"Paint the Town" Art Show 2009

Monday, June 29, 2009

Upcoming Kensington Events

HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING IN JULY (BE SURE TO CHECK WWW.TOK.MD.GOV):

Friday, July 3rd – NO TRASH PICKUP. Town Offices Closed. Have a Fun & Safe Holiday Weekend!

Saturday, July 4th – Annual Bike Parade & Picnic around St. Paul Park beginning @ 10 am FOR EVERYONE!

Bring your spare coins to toss into Wishing Well to help fight childhood cancer

Monday, July 6th – Town Council Meeting @ 7 pm

Tuesday, July 7th – TRASH PICKUP. Regular refuse collection schedule resumes

Thursday, July 9th – Sector Plan Public Hearing at M-NCPPC Headquarters, 8787 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. All are welcome. Time TBA

Saturday, July 11th - Expanded Farmers Market at MARC Train Station on Howard Ave. 8 am-12 noon. (Every Saturday throughout the year)

Monday, July 13th – Warner Circle Committee Mtg. Update with Park & Planning at Town Hall @ 7 pm. All are welcome.

Friday, July 17th – Coffee with the Mayor @7-8 am

DON'T FORGET TO SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY FOR THE PHOTO CONTEST, A DAY IN THE LIFE OF KENSINGTON. NOW THROUGH SEPT. 15th. GO TO: kensingtonphotocontest.org

Wednesday, June 17, 2009

Town of Kensington Photography Contest

Details at: www.kensingtonphotocontest.org

As part of their work toward a new vision for Kensington, Town Officials and the Montgomery County Planning Department are co-sponsoring a photo contest asking residents to show what they like best about their community in pictures.

Planners are encouraging residents to submit original, amateur photographs depicting scenes of town life, historic sites, events, neighborhoods and public spaces to demonstrate what’s great about Kensington. Some of those images will be included in the Planning Board draft of the Sector Plan, expected to be completed next fall.

The contest will highlight photographs taken in the Kensington neighborhood between June 15 and September 15. A panel of judges will select winners and award prizes for adult and youth tracks. Cash and gift certificate prizes ranging from $75-$300 have been donated by 13 area businesses. Winning photographs will be displayed at a Town Hall exhibit later this year.

All photos must be taken within the Town of Kensington and environs by Town residents.

Learn more and submit photos at 2009 Day in the Life of Kensington Photo Contest at: www.kensingtonphotocontest.org.

SPONSORS
GOLD
Anytime Fitness
Chesapeake Framing Company
Jahann and Sons Persian Rugs
Old Town Kensington Merchants Association

SILVER
Weisser Glass Studio & Gallery

BRONZE
All Books Considered
Ayoub Carpet & Rugs
Café 1894
Grant Antiques
Kensington Row Bookshop
Master Weaver Mahbod Foroosh of the Textile and Rug Museum
Onslow Square Antiques
Sparrows Antiques

Monday, May 25, 2009

Last St. Paul's United Methodist Pancake Breakfast for the season on Saturday, June 6

The next UMM pancake breakfast is Saturday, June 6th. This will be the last pancake breakfast until September. The net proceeds will be given to the St. Paul's Library. The serving hours are from 8:00 until 10:30 A.M.

As always, we love to see new faces both as workers and customers. If you’ve never attended one of these breakfasts, why not make this one? As a special treat, we'll be serving blueberry pancakes in addition to our regular pancakes. We also serve scrambled eggs, sausage, apple sauce or peaches, coffee, tea, hot chocolate and milk. You definitely won’t go away hungry!

St. Paul's United Methodist Church
Kensington, MD