The Good Week | April 23, 2026

Looking for something fun to do this week without leaving the neighborhood? This issue is all about those easy, local wins where you can learn something new and meet people right here.

A brand-new mahjong community is hosting its first DMV gathering in Potomac. If you're looking for something more low-key, a neighborhood bingo night in Rockville is opening its doors to everyone—no membership required. Also, the 49-year-old dinner theatre in Rockville is opening ticket sales on May 1. Their summer season is worth putting on your calendar now before it fills up.

And since finding your "people" is often easiest over a good book, we’ve put together a free guide to public book clubs in Bethesda, Potomac, and nearby. If you’ve been looking for a way to get involved locally, this is a great place to start.
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Art, music, performances, and a few reasons to spend the evening out.

Traditional Serbian choral music fills the evening at this annual concert hosted by the Serbian Singing Society “Lira.” The program features performances rooted in liturgical and cultural traditions, with a guest appearance by the Saint Elijah Church Choir from Pennsylvania.

The event centers on preserving and sharing Serbian choral music while bringing the community together through a mix of performance and gathering. Homemade food and drinks will be available. Tickets required.
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Eleven Italian-born artists working in the United States come together in this group exhibition, exploring identity, migration, and the experience of building a life between places.

Across painting, sculpture, and mixed media, the work reflects a shared tension between origin and present-day practice. The exhibition is presented by the Italian-American Art Circle and is open weekdays during gallery hours. Free to attend.
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June–August | Montgomery College, Rockville

Montgomery County has dinner theatre! And tickets for the new season go on sale May 1.

Now in its 49th year, the Summer Dinner Theatre returns with Into the Woods (June 20–28), Stephen Sondheim’s take on familiar storybook characters and the consequences that follow their wishes, followed by Anything Goes (July 24–Aug 2), Cole Porter’s classic set aboard a transatlantic ocean liner.
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Food experiences, tastings, and classes that make the week revolve around something delicious.

Seventeen breweries and wine producers pour throughout the afternoon, turning this into a walk-around tasting with plenty to try. Atlas Brew Works, Elder Pine, and Brookeville Beer Farm are among those featured, alongside a curated wine selection.

Admission includes tasting pours, passed snacks, and a raffle ticket, with a VIP option for additional pours. Designated driver tickets are also available. $30+.
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Hands-on classes and social activities where you can learn something new or step a little outside your comfort zone.

The Charleston Coach is launching a new local mahjong community, and this is the first gathering. Come meet fellow players, enjoy drinks, and start tracking your milestones — each attendee gets a Troop Mahjong Society Merit Book, merit stickers, and a bingo card. Designed for players already comfortable with American Mahjong and the NMJL card; this is social play, not a beginner lesson.
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This beginner-friendly craft night pairs mosaics with a relaxed brewery setting. Choose between a butterfly or an illuminated heart, then use hand-cut glass pieces to design your own finished piece with guided instruction.

All materials are included, and drinks are available for purchase. $42.
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No membership required. The first Friday of each month, the Lodge opens its doors to all comers for a full night of bingo — 15 games across three rounds, door prizes, pull-tabs, a full bar, and food. Regular games pay out $30–$50, and the night closes with a guaranteed $300 jackpot. Arrive by 6:30 to grab your seat and cards before the first number drops at 7. $30 for the full night.
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This casual stitch meetup brings together people working on needlepoint and other fiber projects for a few hours of shared time and conversation. There’s no formal instruction or structure. Just bring a project and settle in.

All levels are welcome, and there’s no fee to participate. No RSVP required.
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This small-group workshop focuses on playful, modern designs using polymer clay. You’ll experiment with color mixing and simple sculpting techniques to create a set of magnets—abstract shapes, tiny florals, or graphic patterns—then bake them in-studio.

All materials are included, and the evening session is BYOB. $70.
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Mahjong has been having a moment, and this spring gathering leans into the social side of the game. Set in a Classic English Tea-inspired atmosphere at The Retreat, the afternoon is built around open play — beautifully set tables, conversation that flows, and no pressure to arrive with a full group. Come with friends or solo. `$65.
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Move your body, get outside, and stay active this week.

New to The Good Week! Step into Rockville’s early history with a guided walk through the streets where it first took shape. The route covers about a mile through downtown, tracing the transition from Montgomery Courthouse to Rockville and offering a look at life from the late 1700s into the 19th century.

The tour is led by Peerless Rockville, a local organization focused on preserving and interpreting the city’s history through programs, tours, and advocacy. The timing aligns with the 250th anniversary of both the United States and Montgomery County. Spots are limited. $12+.
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Earlier picks still ahead — and still worth catching.

🛠️ Resin Cutting Board + Painted Wine Glass Workshop — Apr 23, 7 pm — hands-on workshop at Hammer & Stain, Rockville

🎵 Bernard/Ebb Songwriting Awards Concert — Apr 24, 7:30 pm — live music competition at Strathmore

🧘‍♀️ Sculpt + Shop Experience — Apr 25, 9–10 am — fitness + shopping event at Fabletics, Bethesda

🏋️‍♀️ BE Well x Equinox HIIT on The Lane — Apr 25, 9 am — outdoor HIIT class at Bethesda Lane

📸 Tintype Portrait Sessions — Apr 26, 1–4 pm — vintage photography sessions at Glen Echo

💃 Shuffling Meetup — Apr 26, 3–6 pm — community dance meetup at Rockville Town Center

🐦 Birding Walk with Max — Apr 26, 9 am — guided birding walk at Red Gate Park

🥃 Whiskey 101 Tasting Class — Apr 26, 6–8 pm — guided tasting at Pinstripes

🎭 The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time — May 1–10 (select dates) — theater at Rockville Little Theatre

🍗 Let’s Cook @ Casey: Jamaican Specialties — May 1, 6–8 pm — cooking class at Casey Community Center

🎶 Jason Mraz: Still Yours Tour — May 26, 7:30 pm — acoustic concert at Strathmore

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