Montgomery Park’s Sunday Serenade music series restarts this Sunday at the Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheater.

For the next 5 Sundays from 10:00-11:30am, the stage will fill with blues, soul, jazz, and rock to provide a soundtrack well suited for leashed pets and kids who refuse to sit still.

Rotating local favorites Awecherry Coffee and Ella’s Bakeshop will be on site with lattes and breakfast treats. All you need are blankets, lawn chairs, and a willingness to sway along. Check out the lineup:

🍯 Potomac Grocer’s Rosh Hashanah menu is live. From brisket to kugel, they’ve got all the holiday fixings and orders close Saturday, Sept 20. Check out their full holiday menu

🏡 Developer Marc Weller just sold his Potomac estate for $9.25M. It’s the County’s highest-price sale in the past 18 months. See photos and sale details [Washington Business Journal]

🗳️ Only three days left to cast “Best of Bethesda” votes for your favorite Potomac spots. Pick at least five categories or your ballot won’t count. Vote here

🎨 AU Museum reopens Saturday with six new shows. From a sweeping Women Artists of the DMV survey to Donald Sultan’s poppies and Méné’s first U.S. solo. See the full lineup of exhibits

🤓 Two more local trivia squads qualify for Trivia playoffs. Hunter’s “Connecticut” and Potomac Pizza’s “Grease Me Up Woman” teams now join 12 other Potomac teams to compete in the 80-team BT Trivia Season IX Playoffs on October 4. For the rest of us, season X starts now so read where and how to join here.

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TGIF Hike | 5:30pm @ Seneca Creek State Park, Park Office
Join the Frequent Hiker Club to shake off the week amid the rustling woods and creekside calm with friendly trail lovers who’ve been leading these hikes for years. Dress for the weather + bring water & snacks🚶‍♂️

Movies on the Green | 7-10pm @ Community Green, Cabin John Village
Bring a blanket or chair for a free outdoor screening of Disney’s Encanto under the stars. Movie begins at sunset. 🍿

Moonlight Hike: C&O Canal Towpath | 8:15–10:15pm @ Old Angler's Inn Parking Lot Join a 4-mile hike to Great Falls with the Capital Hiking Club. Open to all ages & dogs on leashes. Bring a flashlight 🚶‍♀️

DC South Asian Film Festival | Sept 5-7 @ Regal Rockville Center
Masterclasses, panels, and global stars keep the conversation rolling. Dive into 54 films across 14 languages, 10 premieres, 12 documentaries, 15 by women. Tickets $15–20; hybrid format fits every cinephile. 🎥

National Book Festival | 9am-8pm @ Walter E. Washington Convention Center
A literary landmark: hear Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, R.L. Stine, Ron Chernow, Geena Davis, Justice Barrett, and more in author talks and panels. Family activities and book signings run all day. Free entry, doors open 8:30am. 📚

YogaSix Potomac Grand Opening | 9:30am @ Cabin John Village
Take a free 45-minute outdoor yoga class for all levels, including kids. Stick around for local vendors and food. RSVP to reserve your FREE spot 🧘‍♀️

Bethesda Row Arts Festival | 11am-6pm @ Bethesda Row
Stroll Bethesda Row turned open-air gallery with 200+ juried artists in every medium. Expect fine art, live music, and the prestige of one of the nation’s top art shows. Free admission. 🎨

Montgomery History Ice Cream Social | 4:30-6:00pm @ Shirley Povich Field
Meet the Montgomery History team and enjoy free sundaes with toppings. Dairy-free options available. Free, register in link 🍦

House Concert with Alex Cumming and Audrey Jaber | 7:30–9:30pm @ Private Potomac Residence
The Folklore Society of Greater Washington co-sponsors an intimate folk showcase of soulful singing and fiddle playing. RSVP at [email protected] 🎻

The Potomac Ramble (Long & Short Options) | 8:45am arrival @ Glen Echo Park
Join Bike Me DC! on either a 62-mile long ride with rolling hills out to Poolesville or a 42-mile scenic option around Potomac. Bring road bike, water, and snacks. 🚴

Takoma Park Folk Festival | 10:30am–6pm @ Takoma Park Middle School
From bluegrass to hip‑hop, a juried crafts showcase, global eats, community tables, and a Kids’ Nook full of face‑painting and tinkering. Free fun. 🎸

Sunday Funday at Emmanuel | 10:30am–12pm @ Emmanuel Lutheran Church
Bring the family or come on your own for food, games, a moonbounce, crafts, and service projects on the lawn. All are welcome 🎉

Maryland Apple Harvest Cider Festival | 12–4pm @ Two Story Chimney Ciderworks
Sip your way through Maryland’s best ciders, meads, wines, and more while enjoying live music, local artisans, and food. Tickets in link 🍏

17th Annual Charity Crab Feast | 1-4pm @ Carderock Picnic Pavilion
Beautiful Home Services hosts all-you-can-eat crabs, grilled food, drinks, and entertainment for a $50 donation to benefit Children's National Rehabilitation. Rain or shine 🦀

^{*Dates & times subject to change based on weather and/or venues making your life more difficult}

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-Potomac Loop Team