Community Corner
GET OUT: County Fair, Salute to America, Local Theatre
After a long rainy week, get out and enjoy some great events in and around Bowie, as well as a local memorial for 9/11.
WHERE/WHEN: Weekends (including Thursday nights) through Sept. 10,
WHY GO: 2nd Star Productions is back with this classic comedy by Larry Shue.
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PRICING: $17-$20—purchase by phone (info on website) or at the box office.
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WHERE/WHEN: Sept. 8-11
WHY GO: It’s the county fair! Wholesome family fun at this annual event!
PRICING: Ages 12 and up: $6; Ages 6-11: $ 5; Ages 5 and under: Free. SPECIAL: Sunday, Sept. 11 is "Military Appreciation Day." All active duty military and their families will be admitted to the fair for FREE.
WHERE/WHEN: Sept. 10 and 17, Surratt House Museum
WHY GO: Follow the route Lincoln assassin John Wilkes Booth took from the Ford’s Theatre all the way into Virginia. Tour leaves from Mary Surratt’s house in Clinton, Maryland.
PRICING: $75, reservations required. Call 301-868-1121 to reserve.
WHERE/WHEN: Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon, in the parking lot for Bowie High School/Bowie Performing Arts Center
WHY GO: Visit the farmers market to pick up some good stuff while supporting the community.
PRICING: Free
WHERE/WHEN: 7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 11,
WHY/GO: Join the mayor, Bowie Fire Departments 39 and 43, and the U.S. Naval Academy Concert Band in this memorial concert for Sept 11.
PRICING: Free
