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Hotter than July Fish-Fry, Charity Dog Wash, Fishing with Little Ones and More in Montgomery County this Weekend

Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.

By Kerri Gaither

Each week, Patch puts together a list of local activities and events going on in your area this weekend.  Check back weekly and tell us in the comments if you know of any additional activities coming up. 


Silver Babies Screening at AFI Silver Theatre
• Where:  AFI Silver Theatre, 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring
• When:  Friday, July 12, 11:30 a.m.
• Description:  AFI Silver Theatre welcomes moms, dads, and caregivers with babies to Silver Babies, special Friday morning screenings of current films.  At Silver Babies screenings, theater lights remain dimly lit throughout the show, and the volume won’t exceed a comfortable level and there will be free stroller parking in the lobby.  
• Cost: Adults: $9 / Babies: Free

D.C. Blues Society 9th Annual Hotter-Than-July Fish Fry & Show
• Where:  American Legion 41, 905 Sligo Avenue, Silver Spring
• When:  Saturday, July 13, 4 p.m.
• Description:   All day Blues Jam, hosted by DJ Dr. S.O. Feelgood.  Admission includes a fish sandwich, served from 4:30 to 9:00 p.m.  Bring a potluck dish and get a copy of the D.C. Blues Society cookbook, "Blues in My Kitchen". Other food will be available for purchase. 
• Cost:  $15


Global Ministries Fashion Show
• Where:  Saturday, July 13, 5 p.m.
• When:  Good Hope Union United Methodist Church 14680 Good Hope Road Silver Spring
• Description:  The Global Missions Ministries of Good Hope Union United Methodist Church, will be hosting a fashion show benefit to support The Christian Mission Fellowship Project. The following designers will be attending, Leonche, Philomena, and Zagodi Fashion. All clothing are inspired by native African traditional pieces.
• Cost: The Global Missions Ministry will be accepting donations of $25. All proceeds will go The Christian Mission Fellowship Project in Africa.


A PRJC Bastille Day celebration with Ben Mauger and his Vintage Jazz Band
• Where:  Rosensteel Knights of Columbus of Silver Spring , 9707 Rosensteel Avenue, Silver Spring
• When:  Sunday, July 14, 2 p.m.
• Description:  Music lovers are invited to join the PRJC for a special Bastille Day trad jazz concert with Ben Mauger and his Vintage Jazz Band (from PA).
• Cost: PRJC members ($20), Students will valid student ID (Free), General admission ($25; $22.50 in advance). Tickets on sale now (via Paypal) at:
http://www.prjc.org/prjcevents.html


Wine and Painting Benefit for Mcpaw
• Where:  Huckleberry Fine Arts 12051 Nebel Street, Rockville
• When:  Friday, July 12, 7:30 p.m.
• Description:  A night of painting, wine and fun to benefit MCPAW, the Montgomery County Partners for Animal Well-Being and Montgomery County’s new Animal Services and Adoption Center.
• Cost: $28


Fishing with Lil’ Ones
• Where:  Friday, July 12, 9 a.m.
• When:  Black Hill Visitor Center, 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds
• Description:  Visitors are invited to try fishing like Tom Sawyer.  Bamboo pole, lines and bait will be supplied to try to catch fish off the dock at Little Seneca Lake.  Ages 3-6 years.
• Cost: $7


Lake Life Habitat Hike
• Where:   Seneca Creek State Park
• When:  Friday, July 12, 7 p.m.
• Description:  Hikers are invited to join the Park Naturalist for a relaxing onehour exploration of our Lake Shore Trail.  Learn about the birds, fish, reptiles and 
mammals which call Clopper Lake home.
• Cost: Free


Dogtopia Annual Charity Dog Wash
• Where:  4920 Wyaconda Rd North Bethesda
• When:  Sunday, July 21, 12 p.m.
• Description:  Dogtopia will be hosting its annual Dog Wash at the White Flint 
location this year. All proceeds made to the Dog Wash go to Veterans Moving 
Forward.
• Cost:  $10 donation requested


Aroma Exotics Car Meet
• Where:  7101 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda
• When:  Saturday, July 13, 7 a.m. 
• Description:  An informal gathering of car enthusiasts. Large crowd of domestics, imports, hot rods and classic cars are expected.  Guests are welcome to take advantage of the new outdoor seating and an extensive coffee and breakfast menu at Aroma Espresso Bar.
• Cost:  Free


Dance with Champions
• Where:  8227 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 2A, Bethesda
• When:  Sunday, July 14, 12 p.m.
• Description:  David Valenzuela and Corina Pirvuica International Professional 
Ballroom & Latin Champions are visiting Dance Bethesda after a successful 5 night Dance Spectacular at Niagara Falls. 
• Cost:  All day pass - $60 or $15 per workshop


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