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6 AUG. 15
MONTGOMERY PARKS FAMILY
FISHING FUN
Whether you’re an expert angler or a
fishing novice, this nature program at
Black Hill Regional Park in Boyds offers
fishing options for the whole family. Bring
your own gear or borrow fishing poles at
the lake. $12. montgomeryparks.org
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7 AUG. 20–22
AWESOME CON JR.

Awesome Con, D.C.’s own
Comic Con, includes interactive
activities for the next generation
of geek culture fans — cosplay
parades, drawing lessons,
lightsaber training, superhero
yoga and more — at Walter
E. Washington Convention
Center. $15 per kids ticket.

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AUG. 22
HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS
SPREAD GAME TOUR
The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters
are bringing their basketball tricks and
comedy hijinks to the Capital One Arena
in D.C. for a performance that’ll keep fans
of all ages at the edge of their stadium
seats. $18-$160. harlemglobetrotters.com
AUG. 25 & 26
DINOSAUR EXPLORE
Future paleontologists will love this two-day outdoor program for
preschoolers, featuring creative lessons on dinosaur fossils, feathers, food
and more, at Hidden Oaks Nature Center in Annandale. $36 per child.

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AUG. 28
LIVING EARTH FAMILY DAY
This virtual event from the National
Museum of the American Indian
in D.C. is a celebration of summer,
with various nature-inspired crafts
and a sunflower paint-along. Free.

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