Washington, D.C./Baltimore, MD Events


Last Updated - July 23, 2010

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Summer Math Enrichment Camp

Reid Temple, 11400 Glenn Dale Boulevard, Glenn Dale Maryland
Now through Thursday, August 12, 2010, 9:00am-2:00pm
This event is sponsored by Youth Ministry. Call 301-352-3020 for additional details.


Cultural Arts Summer Camp for Kids

4451-A Parliament Place, Lanham, MD 20706
Monday, July 12-Tuesday, August 20, 2010, 8:30a-4:00pm
The Culture Development Institute is hosting a co-ed Cultural Arts Summer Camp for children ages 11-15 years old The camp is free. Call 240-350-9777 for details.


An Evening with Marvin Sapp with special guest James Fortune & FIYA along with HBO & BET Comic View Comedian Mike Washington

The National Church of God, 6700 Bock Road, Ft. Washington, MD 20744
Friday, July 23, 2010, 8:00 pm (Doors open at 7:00pm)
Tickets are on sale at www.ticketweb.com and at the National Church of God book store at $28.50 per person. The book store is open from 9:00am-4:00pm week days and, also, on Thursdays from 6:00pm-8:00pm.


Mt. Zion Baptist Church's 125th Anniversary Banquet

Fairfax Marriott at Fairs Oaks, 11787 Lee Jackson Memorial Highway (Route 50), Fairfax, VA
Friday, July 23, 2010, 6:30pm
The guest preacher will be Rev. Dr. William H. Gibbs of the Antioch Baptist Church. Tickets are $37. Contact the Church at 540-687-5830 or www.mzbcmiddleburgva.org.


Gospel Play “The Secret Lives of Ministry Wives”

THEARC, 1901 Mississippi Avenue, SE, Washington, D.C. 20020
Friday, July 23, 2010, 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30pm)
This play presents a heart-warming story that celebrates the real meaning of forgiveness, friendship and faith and is presented by Training Grounds, Inc. Prices are $30 for children ages 6-12; $15 for groups of 5+ and receive 10% off of your total order. Phone 240-604-0496 for more information or visit www.thearcdc.org.


The White Out-A White Party Experience

The Odyssey Cruise Ship, Departs from the Gangplank Marina, 600 Water Street, S.W. Washington, DC 20024
Saturday, July 24, 2010, Board at 10:00am, Departs at 10:45, Cruise from 11:00am-1:00pm
Attire is white dressy casual. The cruise will include a buffet, entertainment, photos and surprises. For tickets, contact Classique Events at 301-537-2107 or 1-800-341-7940 or you may purchase your tickets on line at www.thewhiteoutevent.eventbrite.com.


BeBe & CeCe Winans Live on the Plateau @ National Harbor

National Harbor, 201 Harbor View Avenue, Oxon Hill, MD 20745
Saturday, July 24, 2010, 7:00pm
Also, performing will be Byron Cage, Take 6 and Kirk Whalum. For more information, visit www.tacconcerts.com.


Gospel Crab Feast Celebration 2010

The Champagne Ballroom, 2701 W Patapsco Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21230-2700
Sunday, July 25, 2010, 4:00 – 8:00pm
This celebration is being presented by the Power of Faith Church. For more information, call 410-664-8300 or visit www.poweroffaithchurch.com


La Tonya Blige, Mary J. Blige’s Sister, is Coming to the DMV

The Green Turtle, 14150 Baltimore Avenue, Laurel, MD 20707
Sunday, July 25, 2010, 5:00pm
The International Worship Center will be hosting the Live Life, Love Life Motivational Event. There will be a special performance by Latonya Blige, Sister of Award Winning R&B Singer Mary J Blige! The event will include time for networking with minority business owners and for fellowship! For more information call 301-483-7149 or visit www.theiwc.org.


National Urban League Conference & Centennial Celebration

The Washington Convention Center, 801 Mt. Vernon Place, NW Washington, DC
Wednesday, July 28 – Saturday, July 31, 2010
Washington DC, the epicenter of power, is the perfect backdrop as the National Urban League celebrates 100 years of empowering Americans and positions itself for the next century of service. Bring your family, friends, colleagues and neighbors to the National Urban League’s Centennial Conference. Speakers include: Laila Ali, Dr. Maya Angelou, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson, Sheila Jackson Lee, Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Vernon E. Jordan, Marc H. Morial, Reverend Al Sharpton, Marian Wright Edelman, Andrew Young plus invited special guest President Barack Obama. For more information, call (202) 249-3000 or visit www.nul.org.


Pi Lambda Lambda Omega Psi Phi Community Health Fair

Ebenezer Baptist Church
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00am
Learn how to reduce your risk of health problems while increasing your mental and physical health. Free screenings will be available for Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes as well as AIDS. For more information, call (703)-494-9923.


Allentown Girls Empowerment Workshop

Isaac J Gourdine Middle School
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 1:00pm
The Allentown Boys & Girls Club presents “A Girl’s Empowerment Workshop” for young girls starting at the age of 7 and up! There will be arts and crafts and other activities for the girls to enjoy. Food will be provided and it’s free!! For more information call 301-265-9297.


Christian Youth Basketball Ministry

Kennedy High School, Silver Spring, MD
Now through Saturday, July 31, 2010
There will be co-ed teams for boys and girls ages 8-18. Call Donald Williams at 301-641-7261 for more information.