Dear Members,
As previously announced, there will be three field trips this month:
1. October 17 – Antique Car Show in Rockville, MD
2. October 17 – 7th Annual “American Indian Festival” in Upper Marlboro, MD
3. October 24 – Catoctin Park, Thurmont, MD
1. Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show
Saturday, October 17, 2015
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Rockville Civic Center Park
Field Trip Leader: Nick Williams (202-744-5985)
About the Event
Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
On the grounds of Glenview Mansion.
More than 550 antique and classic automobiles go on display. From Packard to Ferrari, 31 car clubs are represented during this grand event while auto collectors and enthusiasts share the fond memories of the classic cars of yesteryear. The show also has a flea market and car sales area. Food and drink will be available for purchase at the event.
This event is open to the public and admission is free.
Please note that although they say the field opens to spectators at 11:00am you can walk in at any time.
Suggestion — In fact it’s probably best to get there early so you can get parking closer to the show.
Nick Williams, leader for this event will be there about 8:30am with his car, in the Jaguar Row.
View the show’s website:
http://www.rockvillemd.gov/index.aspx?NID=667
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2. 7th Annual “American Indian Festival”
Saturday, October 17, 2015, 10 am-4 pm
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Trip Leader: Loretta Argrett (largrett@gmail.com)
12 noon – Grand Entry
3 pm – Raffle Drawing
All ages; Free Admission and Parking (Rain or Shine)
Free Activities
Celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans at the 7th annual “American Indian Festival, ” featuring live performances of traditional and contemporary music, dancing, drumming, singing, and storytelling. Interactive exhibits and demonstrations include: beading, finger weaving, pre-contact life skills, flint knapping, hand-made tools, artifacts, regalia, languages, genealogy, Native horsemanship, live Birds of Prey display, archery, multiple Native crafts and games!
Activities with Nominal Fees
Traditional Native food and other festival favorites
Vendors: Native made items, arts, jewelry, flutes, music and books, and more
Horse & Pony Rides ($2), Basket Craft ($2), Design your own t-shirt ($8),
Multiple raffles include: collectible “Pendleton” blanket, collectible “Pendleton” crib blanket, and a quality Native American flute (raffle tickets $1)
Website: http://www.pgparks.com/American_Indian_Festival.htm
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3. Trip to Catoctin Park, MD
October 24, 2015 at 8:30am
Trip Leader: Dennis Freeman (301-529-0922)
Dennis would like to have a carpool from the Giant at 8750 Arliss St, Silver Spring, leaving at 8:30 am sharp. Others can meet us there at 9:30.
There is a visitor’s center to meet up at on Foxville Rd. Please call Dennis case you get lost or you are late.
Dennis will figure out some photo ops. The waterfall can be good. There may be a still from the prohibition era, although this is the first exit in the Manor Visitors Center area, and some distance from the other part of the park. Leaves might be nice. Dennis will also review the options, and ask for preferences.
Lunch will be in a restaurant in Thurmont.