BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251112T222030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T181427Z UID:10000333-1775433600-1780185599@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Borderless DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 6–May 30\, with a public reception on Sat.\, Apr. 11 and an artist and curator talk on Sat.\, May 9. * \n\n\n\nCurated by Akemi Maegawa in celebration of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month\, Borderless explores themes of identity\, migration\, and cultural fluidity. Featuring Jeff Huntington (JAHRU)\, Mei Mei Chang\, Tang\, June Lee\, and Julia Chon\, this exhibition highlights the diverse artistic expressions of AAPI artists who challenge boundaries—both literal and conceptual. Through dynamic visual storytelling and innovative materials\, Borderless reflects the interconnectedness of heritage and contemporary experience\, embracing art as a space without limits. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/borderless CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Borderless-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251121T183006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T184539Z UID:10000413-1775433600-1780185599@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters DESCRIPTION:An exhibition partnership with Art Enables \n\n\n\nThis exhibition runs Apr. 6-May 30\, with an opening reception on Sat.\, Apr. 11 and a Closing Workshop on Sat.\, May 30 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nArt Enables presents Maurice Barnes & Nonja Tiller: Real Characters for the first part of the Art Enables at Brentwood series. Barnes and Tiller\, both prolific and long-time Art Enables resident artists\, bring their unique illustrative work to life\, filled with narrative depth\, keen observation\, and expressive characters. Barnes’ colored pencil drawings depict vibrant scenes from everyday life\, evoking a wide range of emotions\, from laughter to surprise\, tension\, and compassion. They create a complex emotional landscape that reflects a deep sensitivity to individual experiences. Tiller’s ink drawings\, brimming with whimsical and surreal creatures\, often merge the familiar with the fantastic. Her works are populated by relatable human figures and alien-like beings\, exploring raw emotions and gritty storytelling. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/maurice-barnes-nonja-tiller-real-characters CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Real-Characters-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T180233Z UID:10000295-1776506400-1780246800@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The 57th Annual Laurel Art Guild Juried Exhibition DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs Apr. 18–May 31\, with a public reception and awards ceremony on Sun.\, May 3. * \n\n\n\nThis annual exhibition\, organized by the Laurel Art Guild\, is juried by a regional professional and shows works by artists ages 18 and older in the Washington\, D.C.\, area. The exhibit includes paintings\, drawings\, photographs\, wall-hung sculptures\, collages\, and more. Cash prizes are awarded for first\, second\, and third place\, along with three merit awards. Get involved and enjoy the support and camaraderie of your fellow local artists — more information is available at laurelartguild.org. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/the-57th-annual-laurel-art-guild-juried-exhibition CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Laurel-Art-Guild-Juried-Exhibition-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260420 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260608 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T175617Z UID:10000305-1776643200-1780876799@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The Unseen Archive Dr. Yemonja Smalls DESCRIPTION:This exhibition runs from April 20 through June 7\, 2026. \n\n\n\nUsing paint\, collage\, papercuts\, and other media\, Yemonja’s intricate and colorful mixed-media works emphasize self-care. She aims to build through focused deconstruction and tenderly examine the process of holding\, even brokenness of spirit\, through reassembly. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/the-unseen-archive-dr-yemonja-smalls CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222712Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T171013Z UID:10000208-1778320800-1782061200@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Rashid Cornish: Whispers of the Divine – A Spiritual Journey Through Nature DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 9–Jun. 21\, with a public reception on Fri.\, Jun. 12. * \n\n\n\nRashid Cornish explores the profound relationship between the natural world and spirituality through the delicate medium of pastel painting. The collection invites viewers to experience nature as an environment and a living\, breathing entity with spiritual significance and a connection to something greater in the cosmos. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/rashid-cornish-whispers-of-the-divine-a-spiritual-journey-through-nature CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Rashid-Cornish-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260621T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T164014Z UID:10000175-1779530400-1782061200@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Melissa Burley DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 23–Jun. 21\, with a public reception on Fri.\, Jun. 12. * \n\n\n\nMelissa Burley combines reclaimed and found objects from the past to create illuminated sculptures that may include glass\, test tubes\, furniture parts\, clocks\, bicycle components\, and resin. She sees the primary focus of her work as bringing life back into the things people once cherished and utilized\, thereby communicating a strong sense of the past. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/melissa-burley CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Melissa-Burley-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T162441Z UID:10000283-1779753600-1784419199@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Success: The Beauty Among Us DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18\, with a public reception on Sat.\, May 30. * \n\n\n\nSuccess is a self-taught\, mixed-media artist born in Baltimore\, Maryland. Their artistic journey commenced at age eight and has steadily grown into a passionate exploration of various creative mediums. Now a new but prominent voice in contemporary art\, Success has developed a diverse portfolio encompassing digital photography\, photo manipulation\, and acrylic paintings. Success is a graduate of Howard University. They created a bridge between local D.C. photographers and the Howard photography community by organizing lectures\, workshops\, and collaboration opportunities among students. Characterized by a keen ability to transform aspects of the ordinary into extraordinary narratives\, Success’s work expresses complex human emotions through vivid colors\, dynamic forms\, and exaggerated color palettes. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/success-the-beauty-among-us CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Success-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T162839Z UID:10000297-1779753600-1784419199@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The Black Art Today Foundation: Ascension: A BIPOC Exhibition DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18\, with a public reception on Sat.\, May 30. * \n\n\n\nAscension is a transformation journey\, a testament to the human spirit’s unwavering capacity to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. This exhibition\, featuring the works of BIPOC artists\, delves into the lives of individuals who have defied limitations\, challenged norms\, and ultimately ascended to leave an enduring legacy. Each artwork is a visual biography\, capturing the essence of the subject’s unique path toward transcendence. The exhibition explores the multifaceted nature of ascension through diverse artistic mediums\, from the literal ascent of physical challenges to the metaphorical rise of social and personal triumphs. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/the-black-art-today-foundation-ascension-a-bipoc-exhibition CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/THe-Black-Art-Today-Foundation-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T220000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T161548Z UID:10000068-1780084800-1780092000@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Davey Yarborough and Esther Williams: A Beautiful Friendship DESCRIPTION:Husband-and-wife duo Davey Yarborough and Esther Williams thrill audiences with their soulful jazz and original songwriting. Esther (vocals) has an extensive repertoire in jazz\, R&B\, pop\, and gospel; Davey (saxophone) is an accomplished performer\, bandleader\, composer\, arranger\, and educator. They have performed together for decades and co-founded the Washington Jazz Arts Institute. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/davey-yarborough-and-esther-williams-a-beautiful-friendship CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Davey-and-Esther.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20260424T155935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T200404Z UID:10003425-1780142400-1780149600@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Pull\, Slide\, Spin! Make Your Characters Come Alive DESCRIPTION:Inspired by the expressive characters in Brentwood Arts Exchange & Art Enables’ exhibition Real Characters\, this hands-on\, drop-in workshop invites visitors to step inside the imaginative worlds of Maurice Barnes and Nonja Tiller and explore how these artists bring stories to life through vivid scenes and emotional expression. Using simple paper mechanisms popular in pop-up books (like paper wheels and pull-tabs)\, visitors will experiment with ways to activate their drawings and give their own characters personality\, motion\, and narrative. This FREE\, all-ages workshop encourages playful exploration and creativity and invites everyone to become both storyteller and maker. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/pull-slide-spin-make-your-characters-come-alive CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Free,Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Pull-Slide-Spin-2026-600x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T161037Z UID:10000284-1780149600-1780156800@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Success: The Beauty Among Us - Public Reception DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18\, with a public reception on Sat.\, May 30. * \n\n\n\nSuccess is a self-taught\, mixed-media artist born in Baltimore\, Maryland. Their artistic journey commenced at age eight and has steadily grown into a passionate exploration of various creative mediums. Now a new but prominent voice in contemporary art\, Success has developed a diverse portfolio encompassing digital photography\, photo manipulation\, and acrylic paintings. Success is a graduate of Howard University. They created a bridge between local D.C. photographers and the Howard photography community by organizing lectures\, workshops\, and collaboration opportunities among students. Characterized by a keen ability to transform aspects of the ordinary into extraordinary narratives\, Success’s work expresses complex human emotions through vivid colors\, dynamic forms\, and exaggerated color palettes. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/success-the-beauty-among-us-public-reception CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Success-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T160738Z UID:10000298-1780149600-1780156800@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:The Black Art Today Foundation: Ascension: A BIPOC Exhibition - Public Reception DESCRIPTION:* This exhibition runs May 26–Jul. 18\, with a public reception on Sat.\, May 30. * \n\n\n\nAscension is a transformation journey\, a testament to the human spirit’s unwavering capacity to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. This exhibition\, featuring the works of BIPOC artists\, delves into the lives of individuals who have defied limitations\, challenged norms\, and ultimately ascended to leave an enduring legacy. Each artwork is a visual biography\, capturing the essence of the subject’s unique path toward transcendence. The exhibition explores the multifaceted nature of ascension through diverse artistic mediums\, from the literal ascent of physical challenges to the metaphorical rise of social and personal triumphs. URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/the-black-art-today-foundation-ascension-a-bipoc-exhibition-public-reception CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Exhibition,Free,Public Reception ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/THe-Black-Art-Today-Foundation-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20251111T222720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T153005Z UID:10000281-1780171200-1780176600@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Soul Generation featuring Cliff Perkins DESCRIPTION:Soul Generation\, out of Jersey City\, New Jersey\, is led by original member and founder Cliff Perkins. Known as one of the supergroups of the 1970s with chart-busting hits such as “Body and Soul\,” “Million Dollars\,” and “I Wonder What She’s Doin’.” Cliff Perkins’ smooth tenor voice is legendary among the singers of an era known for great lead singers. They continue to perform worldwide and are a staple on the “’70s Soul Jam Tour.” URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/soul-generation-featuring-cliff-perkins CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Soul-Generation-400x400-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T213000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20260211T142856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T152641Z UID:10001219-1780171200-1780176600@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Take 6 DESCRIPTION:The most awarded a cappella group in history\, heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet!” is the quintessential a cappella model for vocal genius. With ten Grammy Awards\, ten Dove Awards\, two NAACP Image Awards\, a Soul Train Award\, and more\, Take 6 continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences. From jazz to pop\, adult R&B\, doo wop and blues\, they admirably and adeptly cross most musical genres. Like a fine-tuned vocal orchestra\, the group continues pushing the boundaries of creativity and musical genius with every new release and their ever-evolving live performances. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sat.\, May 30\, 8 pm Tickets\n \n \n Sun.\, May 31\, 4 pm Tickets URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/take-6-5-30 CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Take-6-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260531T173000 DTSTAMP:20260526T091315 CREATED:20260220T200204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T152546Z UID:10001298-1780243200-1780248600@blackhistory.pgparks.com SUMMARY:Take 6 DESCRIPTION:The most awarded a cappella group in history\, heralded by Quincy Jones as the “baddest vocal cats on the planet!” is the quintessential a cappella model for vocal genius. With ten Grammy Awards\, ten Dove Awards\, two NAACP Image Awards\, a Soul Train Award\, and more\, Take 6 continues to bring extraordinary vocals to their worldwide audiences. From jazz to pop\, adult R&B\, doo wop and blues\, they admirably and adeptly cross most musical genres. Like a fine-tuned vocal orchestra\, the group continues pushing the boundaries of creativity and musical genius with every new release and their ever-evolving live performances. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sat.\, May 30\, 8 pm Tickets\n \n \n Sun.\, May 31\, 4 pm Tickets URL:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/event_list/take-6-5-31 CATEGORIES:All Ages,Arts,Performance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://blackhistory.pgparks.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Take-6-400x400-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR