The Bowie Town Center is hosting its first ever "Taste of Bowie" event this Saturday from noon to 6pm. Food, music and activities are planned, and an outdoor showing of "The Spy Next Door" will take place in the Old Navy parking lot starting at 6:30pm.
9/11/2010 12:00 PM to 9/11/2010 6:00 PM Saturday, September 11 from 12 pm - 6 pm on Emerald Way. Sample a delicious assortment of great food from our restaurants, enjoy live musical performances and children activities. Cost $3 per person. Kids under 12 free. Tickets sold at the event.
Movie Under the Stars 9/11/2010 6:30 PM to 9/11/2010 10:00 PM Join us for The Spy Next Door. Saturday, September 11at 6:30 pm in the Old Navy Parking Lot. Childrens activities prior to movie. You are welcome to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Rain Date October 2.
The Bowie Baysox and Tulip Gulch Productions announced the return of the annual haunted house to Prince George's Stadium. The haunted house will be open every Friday and Saturday night in October as well as Sunday, October 31st. The gates open at 6:30pm each night, and tours are given from sundown until 11pm. Ticket prices are $15, and the show is rated PG-13.
This year's production is called the Patuxent Research Lab, and the theme is a research project that has gone horribly wrong. Click here for more details about this year's show.
Glenn Dale Asylum was the title for the 2009 show, and Tulip Gulch Productions posted the following promotional video.
The City of Bowie Arts Committee is sponsoring a night of rock music at the Bowie Playhouse on Friday, August 20th. Three up-and-coming local bands will be featured, and the proceeds will be donated to the International Bird Research Rescue Center.
The rock concert is the first of three music events planned by the arts committee. A jazz concert will take place in January, and a hip-hop event is planned for next March.
The concerts are the brainchild of arts committee member Owen Adams. Adams wanted to establish music events to showcase local talent and music that people wouldn't normally hear in Bowie. The event is described on the City of Bowie Web site as follows:
“Rock n’ Roll at the Playhouse” The first of three music concerts aimed at college-age young adults and their young-at-heart friends will be August 20. The concert will showcase up and coming local artists from the metro D.C./Maryland area. For more information, contact Andra Berry at aberry@cityofbowie.org or Annette Esterheld at aesterheld@cityofbowie.org.
Adams became a member of the Bowie Arts Committee after graduating high school in 2008, and he is currently enrolled in a music program at the University of Maryland. Adams is known for his classical piano talents. He performed at the Haiti benefit concert at the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts last February, and Adams' band Stravagant has performed at Bowiefest.
Adams said that he chose bands for the first event that had a good sound and a good following. Friday's rock concert will feature Monteclair (formerly known as Question the Hearing), Suffering Messiah and Adams' own band, Stravagant. Click here to listen to Monteclair performing "Less Days, Less Days," and watch the following video to see Stravagant performing "Better Than" at the 2009 Bowiefest festival at Allen Pond Park. Owen Adams is the musician playing the keyboard in the video.
The doors open at 7:00pm Friday night, and the first band will go on at 8:30. Admission is $5. Cetrone's Pizza is co-sponsoring the event, and pizza will be available for purchase between performances.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 8pm-11pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
The Lady Rose Blues Band Performs at the Old Bowie Town Grille The Lady Rose Blues Band at the Old Bowie Town Grille. Blues/Jazz/R&B. 8:30pm to close. No cover charge. The following description is posted on the Old Bowie Town Grille Web site.
Please join us FRIDAY, AUGUST 13th for the OBTG Debut of BLUES DIVA LADY ROSE & THE LADY ROSE BLUES Live 8:30pm to Close (No Cover!) The Soul powered high energy blues band with powerhouse vocals from Lady Rose!!! Often referred to as the "Real Deal" and the band that "rocked the house!!!" Lady Rose brings you the best of the blues nice and easy, or she can belt it out a little rough, depending on the song of the moment. Covers include songs by Etta James, koko Taylor,Buddy Guy, Hendrix, BB King and more. Special guest musicians include Steve Remy (formerly with Acme Blues Company),Tom Muck (currently with Alpha Dog Blues Band), and Mr. "blow your socks off " Mark Kraemer. Veteran drummer Tony Brown is also quickly earning a reputation of being one of the hottest drummers around town.
The following is The Lady Rose Blues Band performing "I Got to Love Somebody."
Click here for a video of the band performing Aerosmith's "Walkin The Dog." Click here for the Lady Rose Band Web site, and click here for the Lady Rose Facebook page.
Saturday, August 14, 2010
Free Blues Concert in Old Bowie The 2010 Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series wraps up with a live performance from Bottle of Blues from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. The following is a description of the band's music taken from the Bottle of Blues Web site.
All members of Bottle of Blues have diverse musical backgrounds, with styles ranging from Jazz to Bluegrass and Pop to Swing. Because of this blend of experience, Bottle of Blues provides traditional blues with a twist of non-conventional bluesy arrangements from modern artists such as Sting and Steely Dan.
Click here to sample some of Bottle of Blues songs from the band's Web site. Click here for the band's MySpace page, and click here for the Facebook event for the Bowie show.
The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" (Final Performance) "Same Time, Next Year", 8pm-11pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
The Ladies Sing the Blues Bash at the Old Bowie Town Grille Old Bowie Town Grille. Motown/R&B. 8:o0pm to close. $10. Reservations and advanced tickets highly recommended. The following description is posted on the Old Bowie Town Grille Web site.
It's going to be one hot night on Saturday, August 14th at the "Ladies Sing The Blues Bash" Live 8:00pm to Close! Featuring three luscious blues divas, presented by the Old Bowie Town Grille. The first 100 guests will receive free goody bags. Tickets are now available at www.moonshinesociety.com and by calling the Old Bowie Town Grille at (301) 464-8800. Reservations and advance tickets are highly recommended. Tickets- $10. Lady Sings The Blues Bash lineup: -Carly Harvey- Acoustic blues stylings -Moonshine Society- Electric blues rock, with Pete Ragusa (The Nighthawks) making his Society debut on the drums. www.moonshinesociety.com and facebook.com/moonshinesociety -The Stacy Brooks Band- Wammie nominated blues artist back by an all star band! www.stacysmusic.org The Old Bowie Town Grille has great food and a full bar. Visit www.oldbowietowngrille.com for location and additional information. Official Home of Moonshine Society www.moonshinesociety.com Official home of Moonshine Society- High energy roots inspired blues rock. Featuring blues pinup Black Betty and DC guitarist Joe Poppen.
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the parking lot of the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts at Bowie High School, 15200 Annapolis Road. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
D.C. Motors Band Performs Classic Rock in Allen Pond Park Come hear the D.C. Motors Band perform at Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here to sample audio recordings of the D.C. Motors Band, and click here to see the band's song list.
Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series schedule.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 8pm-11pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
The Freestate HouseRockers Perform at the Old Bowie Town Grille The Freestate Houserockers at the Old Bowie Town Grille. Blues/Texas R&B/Swang/Rock-N-Roll. 8:30pm to close. No cover charge upstairs only. The following description is posted on the Old Bowie Town Grille Web site.
The Freestate HouseRockers (FSHR) ride again! Please come out and join us FRIDAY, AUGUST 6th at 8:30PM @ The Old Bowie Town Grille This band is HOT. FSHR play a mix of Blues, Texas R&B, Swang,Rock-N-Roll and other postwar Hick Music. Come down and join your ol' buddies Paulie, Domar, Cowboy and RB for a Genuine Houserockin', dancin' good time. BTW there is no cover charge. Check out or myspace for more info and soundclips: www.myspace.com/thefreestatehouserockers
The following is The Freestate Houserockers performing Just a Feeling.
Saturday, August 7, 2010
Fossil Hunting in Dinosaur Park Dinosaur Park in Laurel is open from noon to 4pm on the first and third Saturday of every month. Click here for more details.
Free Concert in Old Bowie The Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series continues with a performance by ilyAIMY (I love you and I miss you) from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. The duo recently performed at the Old Bowie Town Grille. ilyAIMY performs percussive acoustic/folk/alternative rock. Below is a video of ilyAIMY performing Crazy as a Good Thing. Click here to see ilyAIMY cover the Beatles' We can Work it Out. This has to be the most unique covers of any Beatles' song.
The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 8pm-11pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
The Exclusives Band Performs Motown/R&B at the Old Bowie Town Grille The Exclusives Band at the Old Bowie Town Grille. Motown/R&B. 8:30pm to close. $5 cover charge. The following description is posted on the Old Bowie Town Grille Web site.
Remember everyone's favorite Motown/R&B Group? Well, they are now called The Exclusives and they are ready to bring down the house SATURDAY, AUGUST 7th from 8:30pm to Close ($5 Cover)!
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the parking lot of the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts at Bowie High School, 15200 Annapolis Road. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 2pm-5pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
Contemporary Jazz Concert in Allen Pond Park Come hear the David Bach Consort perform contemporary jazz at Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park.
Below is a video of the David Bach Consort performing at an outdoor concert in Silver Spring in 2009.
Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series schedule.
The City of Bowie posted the following notice about the National Night Out event taking place, Tuesday, August 3rd at Allen Pond Park:
The Bowie Police Department will celebrate National Night Out from 6 - 8 p.m. at Allen Pond Park. National Night Out is a nationwide crime and drug prevention event designed to promote information sharing and community strength. The event will include police displays, child fingerprinting, free child ID cards, crime prevention and safety information. Children can meet Spiderman, and enjoy a moon bounce. There will also be a variety of activities and free food. Please join us for an evening of family fun.
Click here to see the flyer with more details about the event. Click here to see pictures from last year's National Night Out in Bowie.
Free Concert Outside the Bowie Town Center Food Court The gospel group Voices of Inspiration will perform from 7pm-9pm outside the Bowie Town Center food court. Bring your own lawn chairs. Click here for the group's Web site and here for the group's Facebook page.
The following video features the Voices of Inspiration performing Rejoice.
Bowie Baysox vs New Britain Rock Cats 7:05pm, Prince George's Stadium. Fireworks after the game. Kids pajama party and family campout. Camp out on the field after the game. Click here for the complete Baysox calendar.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 8pm-11pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
AZ Kenny Tsak & 56 Deluxe Perform at the Old Bowie Town Grille AZ Kenny Tsak & 56 Deluxe at the Old Bowie Town Grille. Blues/Roots. 8:30pm to close. $10 cover charge upstairs only. Reservations highly suggested and can be made by calling 301-464-8800.
The following is the promotional video for AZ Kenny Tsak & 56 Deluxe.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Free Jazz Concert in Old Bowie The Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series continues with a performance by Project Natale from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
We attended a Project Natale performance at Town Green Park several years ago. My daughter was not quite two years old at the time. She picked up a stick, and she tried to imitate drummer Lou Natale. Lou thanked her by giving her a pair of his drumsticks. Great music. Nice people. Click here for a sample of Project Natale's music.
Bowie Baysox vs New Britain Rock Cats 7:05pm, Prince George's Stadium. Fireworks after the game. World Record Attempt Night. The Baysox will attempt to set numerous world records throughout the night, but the main event is trying to set the record for the most people sitting on whoopee cushions at the same time! Click here for the complete Baysox calendar.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 8pm-11pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
Dave Panzer & SoulrPower Perform at the Old Bowie Town Grille Dave Panzer & SoulrPower at the Old Bowie Town Grille. 8:30pm to close. Blues/Soul. $5 cover (upstairs only). Reservations highly suggested and can be made by calling 301-464-8800. Here is how the performance is described on the Old Bowie Town Grille Music Lovers Facebook page.
Come on out SATURDAY NIGHT, JULY 31ST from 8:30PM to Close ($5 Cover Charge) for the OBTG Debut of THE SOULRPOWER BAND (R&B Funk, Motown Soul, Blues, Country, Classic Rock, Jazz & Pop) and DAVE PANZER'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION!
It's a thrill to hear this fine group of musicians, most of whom recently backed Chick Hall Jr on his recent CD. The SoulRPower Band has up to 4 horns and 4 singers depending on the song as this group of musicians can do it all! Several of them rotate on the bass, guitar, and keyboard to perform a wide variety of music from R&B funk and Motown soul, to blues, country, classic rock, jazz standards, and even some current pop hits. They are:
David Panzer – vocal, bass, guitar, keyboard Bobby Muncy – sax, bass, keyboard, vocal Charlie Peterson – trumpet, harmonica, vocal Leah Gibian – vocal, keyboard Mike Akers – Lead vocal Andrew Hare – drums Tim Powell – sax, flute Steve Shaw – trombone, bass, guitar Gary Gibian - percussion
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the parking lot of the Bowie Center for the Performing Arts at Bowie High School, 15200 Annapolis Road. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
Bowie Community Theatre Presents "Same Time, Next Year" "Same Time, Next Year", 2pm-5pm, Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Drive, Bowie, MD, 20715. Click here for map. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. "Same Time, Next Year" will be performed each Friday, Saturday and Sunday between July 30th to August 14th.
Bowie Baysox vs New Britain Rock Cats 6:05pm, Prince George's Stadium. The following special events will take place.
Rocknoceros Pre-Game Concert. Bring the kids for the last show of our Kids' Summer Concert Series! D.C. area favorites Rocknoceros performs on the third base dugout starting at 4 p.m. Tickets are $10 for all fans ages three and up and include a general admission seat ticket for the Baysox game that night.
Super Why? and Alpha Pig Appearance. Kids can meet Super Why and Alpha Pig at the game! The characters will meet fans and pose for photos throughout the game.
Free 60s Music Concert in Allen Pond Park Come hear The Back Pages Band perform songs from the 60s at Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 schedule.
Click here to see a video of The Back Pages Band performing Soul Man at Allen Pond Park in 2008, and click here to see the band's play list.
Critter Crafts and Stories at Allen Pond Park 10am at Allen Pond Park. Children of all ages are invited to listen to a nature story, go for a short hike and make a craft. The program is free. Registration is required. Email amartinek@cityofbowie.org.
Free Concert Outside the Bowie Town Center Food Court It's unclear who will be performing. The Bowie Blade-News reports that Glenn Dale jazz saxophonist Marcus Mitchell will perform from 7pm-9pm, but the Marcus Mitchell Web site claims that he will be performing in Columbia.
The following video features the Marcus Mitchell Project performing Can We Talk.
Bowie Baysox vs Richmond Flying Squirrels 7:05pm, Fireworks after the game. Prince George's Stadium. Click here for more information. Promotion: CSI Bowie - Help solve a crime at Prince George's Stadium during the game.
The Joy Bodycomb Band Performs at the Old Bowie Town Grille The Joy Bodycomb Band at the Old Bowie Town Grille. 8:30pm to close. Blues/Country/Rock. No cover.
The following video features the Joy Bodycomb Band performing Little Drops of Water.
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Free Reggae Concert in Old Bowie The Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series continues with a performance by Carl Malcolm and The Positive Vibration Reggae Band from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
Check out this video of Carl Malcolm and The Positive Vibration Reggae Band performing Never Let Go.
Hockey for Heroes Memorial Hockey Game and Festival There will be a Memorial hockey game and festival at the Bowie Ice Arena starting at 4pm to raise money for the family of Prince George's County Police Cpl. Thomas Jensen of Bowie who was died of injuries suffered in the line of duty earlier this year. There will be music, food and a hockey game between the FOP 89ers and the Washington Capitals Alumni. Click here for additional details including ticket information, click here for a related Facebook page and click here to read a Bowie Star article about the event. The festival will feature musical performances by the Backyard Blues Band, Bottled in America and Higher Hands.
Bowie Baysox vs Richmond Flying Squirrels 6:35pm, Fireworks after the game. Prince George's Stadium. Click here for more information. Promotions: Star Wars Saturday; Faith Night Concert starting at 4pm
The Andy Poxon Band Performs at the Old Bowie Town Grille The Andy Poxon Band at the Old Bowie Town Grille. 8:30pm to close. Blues/Rockabilly/Country/Swing. $5 cover. Reservations recommended. This is a CD release party for the band. Click here to see more details in this week's Bowie Star Community Notebook. Andy Poxon is a teenager from Crofton.
The following video features the The Andy Poxon Band performing The River at the Old Bowie Town Grille.
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the Bowie High School parking lot. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
Johnny Castle & His Thrillbillys Perform at the Old Bowie Town Grille Johnny Castle & His Thrillbillys at the Old Bowie Town Grille. 5pm to 8pm. Rockabilly/Roots/Rock/Country. $10 cover. Reservations recommended.
The following video features the Johnny Castle & His Thrillbillys performing Love is Blind.
Bowie Baysox vs Richmond Flying Squirrels 6:05pm, Prince George's Stadium. Click here for more information. Promotions: Football Funday Sunday buffet starting at 4pm
Free Blues/Funk/Soul Concert in Allen Pond Park Come hear The Cunningham Project (also known as Raw Hands Band) perform their combination of blues, funk and soul at Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 schedule.
Check out this video of Raw Hands Band performing at The Whiskey in Annapolis.
Free Concert Outside the Bowie Town Center Food Court Cosine will perform original R&B/Jazz tunes live from 7pm-9pm. Cosine features Mark Brooks on guitar, Eddie Brooks on drums, Ernie Oz on bass and Lillian on vocals. The Town Center recommends that you bring your own lawn chair.
The following video features Cosine performing If I Were a Boy.
"Opera in the Woods" at the Bowie Playhouse July 13th to 17th at 7pm. Performances of “Le Nozze de Figaro” (The Marriage of Figaro) will be presented at the Playhouse by the Maryland Opera Society. They will also present fully staged, major scenes from the works of Gilbert and Sullivan, Frank Loesser, and Rodgers and Hammerstein. For more information, visit the Opera Society’s Web site. Tickets sold at the door (cash or check only)
ilyAIMY Performs at Old Bowie Town Grille ilyAIMY (I love you and I miss you) performs percussive acoustic/folk/alternative rock from 8:30pm to close at the Old Bowie Town Grille. Below is a video of ilyAIMY performing Crazy as a Good Thing. Click here to see ilyAIMY cover the Beatles' We can Work it Out. This has to be the most unique covers of any Beatles' song.
Light of the Night at Whitemarsh Park "Light of the Night", 8:45 p.m. at Whitemarsh Park. Children of all ages are invited to join a Park Ranger in learning about things you might see and hear at night. Take a short walk, then finish up by making a light. The program is free. Registration is required. Email amartinek@cityofbowie.org.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Fossil Hunting in Dinosaur Park Dinosaur Park in Laurel is open from noon to 4pm on the first and third Saturday of every month. Click here for more details.
Free Hip-Hop/Rock Concert in Old Bowie The Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series continues with a performance by The Movers 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
"Opera in the Woods" at the Bowie Playhouse July 13th to 17th at 7pm. Performances of “Le Nozze de Figaro” (The Marriage of Figaro) will be presented at the Playhouse by the Maryland Opera Society. They will also present fully staged, major scenes from the works of Gilbert and Sullivan, Frank Loesser, and Rodgers and Hammerstein. For more information, visit the Opera Society’s Web site. Tickets sold at the door (cash or check only)
Campfire Story at Whitemarsh Park Campfire Story, 7:30 p.m. at Whitemarsh Park. Gather around a campfire for a children’s story and roast marshmallows. The program is free. Registration is required. Email amartinek@cityofbowie.org.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the Bowie High School parking lot. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
Takoma Park Community Band Performs Free Concert in Allen Pond Park Come hear the Takoma Park Community Band at Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. They play classical, popular (e.g., Beatles), show tunes, marches, jazz and Latin music. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 schedule.
The Bowie Baysox are hosting a pillow fight in the outfield at Prince George's Stadium tonight (July 9, 2010) after the Baysox take on the Trenton Thunder. The Baysox claim that this will be the "biggest pillow fight in Maryland." BYOP.
Tonight is also the fourth annual Autism Awareness Night at the stadium. Click here for more details.
The Bowie Town Center is hosting free concerts this summer featuring local music talent. Tonight's concert (July 9th, 2010) features Crystal Silva and Eric Arceneaux. The performance will take place outside the food court starting at 7pm. See video performances of the artists below.
Free Blues/Jazz/Swing Concert in Old Bowie The Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series continues with a performance by The Moonlighters from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. The event will be canceled in the event of inclement weather. Click here to see a Moonlighters promotional video. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
The Great Zucchini Performs before the Baysox Game Every young child needs to experience the antics of The Great Zucchini at least once. He will have your child howling in laughter. The show starts at 4:30pm, and it will last for about an hour. Kids between 2 and 6 are the target audience. A ticket to the game will get you into the show. The Great Zucchini will also throw out the first pitch before the Baysox take on the Trenton Thunder. Fireworks will follow the game. The following details can be seen on The Great Zucchini Web site.
July 10 @ 4:30 p.m. Bowie Baysox Stadium - Special pre-game show!
Guess who made the cover of the Bowie Baysox program? That's right ... The Great Zucchini!
The Great Zucchini is the second show in the Baysox Kids Concert Series of 2010! This special pre-game show will take place inside Prince George's Stadium and will last for approximately one hour prior to the Baysox game against the Trenton Thunder.
Tickets for the Baysox game and The Great Zucchini show are just $10.00 per person (ages 3 & up) and include a seat for the show and a General Admission Ticket for the Baysox game that follows the concert at 6:35 pm. There will also be a spectacular Fireworks show following the Baysox game! Don't miss out on this GREAT event and fun night out for the whole family!
Stand-Up Comedy Show at the Old Bowie Town Grille The Old Bowie Town Grille is hosting its first ever stand-up comedy show. Bowie's own John Bunce will perform. The show starts at 9pm, and it will cost you $5 to get in the door. Reservations are recommended. The following details can be found on the Old Town Bowie Grille Web site:
Marcus Brown Celebrates his birthday Headlining the first-ever Saturday Night Standup Comedy Show at The Old Bowie Town Grille. Featuring The very funny Tommy Sinbazo With Guests John Bunce and Kevin Thorn Your host for the evening is Jay Szech. Only $5 gets you in the door. Call 301-464-8800 for reservations, seating is limited and seats will go fast! Come celebrate Marcus' birthday and laugh with him or at him! 18+ if not accompanied by an adult.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Bowie Farmers' Market Community Day Bowie Volunteer Firefighters and City of Bowie Park Rangers, Police Officers and Animal Control Officers will be on hand from 9am to noon to talk to people about the services they provide. Free snow cones will be available. The Farmers Market is open from 8am to noon in the Bowie High School parking lot. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
The Electric Company Plays Hits from the 80s in Allen Pond Park Come hear hits from the 80s when The Electric Company visits Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 schedule.
Click on the following links to see performances by The Electric Company
Fireworks after the Bowie Baysox Game Click here for details.
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Fossil Hunting in Dinosaur Park Dinosaur Park in Laurel is open from noon to 4pm on the first and third Saturday of every month. Click here for more details.
Fireworks after the Bowie Baysox Game Click here for details.
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the Bowie High School parking lot. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
July 4th Festivities Kick-Off at 3pm in Allen Pond Park Concessions will be available starting at 3pm. Click here (PDF file) to see the City of Bowie's Fourth of July Brochure. *** Pets are not permitted in Allen Pond Park on July 4th after noon.
Diamond Alley Performs Free Concert in Allen Pond Park Come hear Diamond Alley play some tunes at Allen Pond Park from 5:30pm to 9pm.
Here is Diamond Alley performing some of the songs on their play list.
Mayor's Address, Flag Ceremony and National Anthem 9:00pm
Mayor’s Welcome Mayor G. Frederick Robinson Introduction of Elected Officials Flag Ceremony: Bowie Memorial Post 8065 VFW National Anthem–Robyn Janelle
Fireworks at Allen Pond Park Fireworks begin at 9:15pm. Rain date is Monday, July 5th.
The City of Bowie has issued the following alert for this event:
Please remember to leave your pets at home on July 4th. Pets are not permitted in Allen Pond Park on the Fourth of July due to humane concerns.
Fireworks after the Bowie Baysox Game Fireworks and an Independence Day barbecue. Click here for details.
Monday, July 5, 2010
City Offices Closed The City of Bowie has released the following schedule notes for July 5th:
City offices, the Senior Center and City museums will be closed on Monday, July 5th in observance of the Independence Day holiday. There will be no refuse or recycling collection on that date. Pickup resumes on your next regularly scheduled day.
Ice Arena Opens The City of Bowie made the following announcement:
After a two-month break, the Ice Arena is open again for lessons, open skate sessions and camps. For details and the monthly calendar of events, visit the Ice Arena page on the City website.
Below are photos of the Carolyn Malachi Concert at Allen Pond Park, June 20, 2010. I have also included photos of the Prince George's County Police Rhythm in Blues Band. There was another opening act called the Color Performing Arts Group, but I arrived after they left the stage.
A larger set of photos from this event can be seen on Facebook by clicking here, but there's a short video below that you won't find on Facebook.
Carolyn Malachi's mother capturing pictures of the show.
This woman was introduced to the crowd as 74 year old Miss Virginia. Here she is dancing to music of the Prince George's County Police Rhythm in Blues Band.
Miss Virginia was invited to the stage to dance to some impromptu music before Carolyn Malachi came on.
Prince George's County Police Rhythm in Blues Band
5 Oaks Performs Folk/Rock/Country Mix in Old Bowie The Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series continues with a return performance by 5 Oaks from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
In-Line and Skateboard Demonstrations 9am to 6pm at the Bowie Skate Park. Live music, raffle and skateboard and in-line skating demonstrations will be featured at this all-day event. Helmet with chin strap is required. For information, call 301-858-1962.
Moonlight Walk through Whitemarsh Park 8:45pm at Whitemarsh Park. Join a City of Bowie Park Ranger for a moonlight walk through the Whitemarsh Park trails. Look, listen, and learn about nature along the way. An adult chaperone must accompany all children throughout the event. The program is free. Registration is required. Email amartinek@cityofbowie.org.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the Bowie High School parking lot. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
The Winstons Play Motown in Allen Pond Park Come hear some Motown sounds when The Winstons return to Allen Pond Park from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 schedule.
I snapped a few photos of skateboarders at the Allen Pond Skate Park Sunday after the Skate Don't Hate skateboard competition. The event ended earlier than expected. I overheard that as many as 30 people who registered for the event didn't show up to compete, but I did find a few skateboarders still hanging around after the competition.
Fossil Hunting in Dinosaur Park Dinosaur Park in Laurel is open from noon to 4pm on the first and third Saturday of every month. Click here for more details.
Joe Tichy Performs Acoustic Rock Concert in Old Bowie Joe Tichy makes a return appearance to the Saturday Old Town Bowie Summer Concert Series from 2pm to 4pm in Town Green Park. Click here (PDF file) for the 2010 concert series schedule, and click here (PDF file) for the 2010 Music in the Parks brochure. Click here for a Google image of Town Green Park.
In the Park After Dark Listen to a story about nature told by a Park Ranger, then roast marshmallows, and enjoy the great outdoors. Starts at 8:30 p.m. at Allen Pond Park. The program is free, but registration is required. Email amartinek@cityofbowie.org.
Sunday, June 20, 2010
Bowie Farmers' Market Open from 8am to noon in the Bowie High School parking lot. The farmers' market is held each Sunday through October 31st.
“Skate Don’t Hate” Skateboard Competition 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Bowie Skate Park. This all day competition features a raffle, free skates, and concessions. Contestants must wear a chin strap helmet and be registered with the Bowie Skate Park (this can be done on the day of the event). Bowie Skate Park is located at 3330 Northview Drive (in Allen Pond Park). For information and registration, call 301-858-1962.
Carolyn Malachi Concert in Allen Pond Park Carolyn Malachi is the featured performer, but Color Performing Arts Group and the Prince George's County Rhythm in Blues Band will open the show starting at 6pm. Carolyn Malachi will perform from 7pm to 8pm. The event is part of the City of Bowie's 2010 Sunday Sunset Concert Series at Allen Pond Park. Click here for a PDF file containing the 2010 schedule.
Although the concert brochure describes the music as "Blues," Malachi really has a style all her own. The following bio for Carolyn Malachi can be found on her Myspace page.
Hailing from the Prince George’s County/Washington, DC /Baltimore region, vocalist, producer and über smart chick Carolyn Malachi’s introduces music lovers to "Revenge of the Smart Chicks II: Ambitious Gods." She calls her brand of music "haute eclectic soular blues." Malachi, who is the great-granddaughter of legendary jazz pianist John Malachi, has created her own modern infectious gumbo of jazz, hip hop, and spoken word. ROTSC II is the stirring and genre bending follow-up to her 2008 debut "Revenge of the Smart Chicks." The first project spawned a movement, blog and the non-profit Smart Chicks Inc. The organization is dedicated to developing visibility and leadership opportunities for women in the arts.
Carolyn is currently a resident artist at BloomBars, a community arts space in Washington, DC.and the recent recipient of the Maryland State Arts Council 2010 Individual Artist Award.
Check out this video of a February, 2010 Carolyn Malachi performance.
