News - FAQ List Quick

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 9, 2022

Program Contact: Deletta Gillespie, 301-446-3232

Media contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, Prince George’s County Announces

2022 Fairwood Community Park Performance Series and Music Festival

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of the M-NCPPC, is proud to announce the return of its Fairwood Community Park Performance Series and Music Festival. After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the Fairwood Community Park Performance Series and Music Festival is back – with live and in-person performances.

This year’s performances – with R&B, soul, jazz, pop, funk music and Shakespeare – will be a revival of the celebration of culture and community. They will feature outstanding performances from musicians, actors, and groups from Prince George’s County and beyond.

The 2022 lineup includes:

Sunday, June 12, 4-6 pm 

The Walker Redds Project:   Soul, jazz, and the groove met and created ‘pocket jazz.’  

Sunday, July 10, 3 pm 

Shakespeare in the Parks presents MacBeth. This version is inspired by the novel-turned-movie Gangs of New York.

Sunday, July 17, 4-6 pm 

N2N Band: Old and new school R&B, soul, Motown, and contemporary pop.

Sunday, August 14, 4-6 pm 

Brencore Allstars Band: Taking you back to the music of the rock, funk, soul superstars of yesteryear.

Sunday, August 28, 1-6 pm. The Fairwood Music Festival 

Elyscia: Fresh. Urban. Now. This young 2021 American Idol finalist will bring down the house!

The Exclusives: A top cover band playing a variety of music from the 60’s to today.  

Kevin Jackson: Smooth jazz guitarist/composer plays selections from his chart-topping release Elevation and more.

DC Fusion: One of the region’s most in-demand party bands playing R&B, soul, go-go and more.  

Performances are FREE and suitable for all ages.

For more information, visit https://pgparks.com/activities-events/arts-programs/fairwood-community-park-summer-performances.

About the Department

The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation delivers an award-winning park system through progressive, innovative leadership and a commitment to the community and the environment in Prince George’s County. For more on the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit www.pgparks.com and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, PhotoShelter, and Instagram. The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 6, 2022

Program Contact: Dr. Dennis Doster, 240-264-3415

Media Contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

Juneteenth Festival Announced by M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation, 

Prince George’s County

Riverdale, MD – The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission, is pleased to announce its 2022 Festival for Juneteenth: the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Marking the date that the last enslaved people learned of their freedom, the month of June and the nineteenth day were combined to form the word Juneteenth.

As a part of the Department’s ongoing mission to provide exciting and unique cultural programming to county residents, the Juneteenth Festival is a must-attend event for the young and young at heart. The festival takes place Saturday, June 18^th at Watkins Regional Park from 12 – 5pm and includes:

• Live entertainment – Kindred the Family Soul, EU featuring Sugar Bear, Coyoba Dance Theater, Prince George’s Police Department Band, A Tribute to Maze Featuring the BRENCORE Allstars
• Visual art exhibition – Stained Glass by Arvid Lee
• Arts activities – Arts on a Roll, Words Beats and Life, Taratibu Youth Association Dancers
• History activities – Freedom cabin, History scavenger hunt
• Food and merchandise vendors
• Non-profit exhibitors

The 2022 Juneteenth festival is a FREE event. To learn more, visit http://www.pgparks.com/Juneteenth.

About the Department

The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation delivers an award-winning park system through progressive, innovative leadership and a commitment to the community and the environment in Prince George’s County. For more on the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit www.pgparks.com and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, PhotoShelter, and Instagram. The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 1, 2022

Media contact: Angel Waldron, 301-446-3311

Program Contact: Marcus Seisay, 301-377-7807

M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation Prince George’s County Announces 

June Events at Montpelier Arts Center 

Riverdale, Md. – The Department of Parks and Recreation in Prince George’s County, part of the Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), is proud to announce its new events at Montpelier Arts Center in Laurel, Md. Available to the public throughout June, they include:

June 4 – July 7

Public Reception June 4, 2-4 pm 

Melissa Burley: Behind Closed Doors

“Behind Closed Doors”, started as a curiosity fueled by the thought of “What is the mystery of the people behind these doors?” In an effort to give a glimpse, Melissa Burley combined and illuminated relics from people’s past. By using refurbished furniture parts, housewares, glass, antiques, and other found objects, Burley shows what could be the answer to her curious mystery.

June 10, 7-9 pm

Elaine Weiner-Reed: Masks and Mirrors – Beautiful Reflections Ekphrastic Poetry Event

Following an abbreviated Gallery Talk, Elaine will be joined by professional writers and authors from EC Poetry and Prose and Prince Georges County, hosted by Spoken Word Artist and Author, Patti Ross. Join Elaine in listening to the original poetry come alive in the presence of the artwork that inspired it. Masks and Mirrors: Beautiful Reflections will be open to the public June 4 – July 31, with initial public reception on June 4.

June 11 – August 7

Public Reception: June 18, 2–4 pm

Black Is …

This collection, curated by the artists, is a photo exhibition that shines light on the Black experience. It includes works of four renowned photographers: Cheriss May, Dee Dwyer, Tone Mobley, and André Chung. This collection exudes power with its compelling visual storytelling of what it means to be unapologetically Black. This is an encore exhibition from Black History Month 2022 to coincide with Maryland National- Capital Park and Planning Commission Juneteenth 2022 Celebrations.

Montpelier Arts Center is open Monday through Saturday to the public from 10 am to 5 pm. Learn more about these and other upcoming events at https://pgparks.com/facilities/montpelier-arts-center.

About Montpelier Arts Center

Montpelier Arts Center is a facility of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Department of Parks & Recreation, Prince George’s County, Arts & Cultural Heritage Division. The Maryland National Capital Park and Planning Commission is supported by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency dedicated to cultivating a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive. The Department of Parks & Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation.

About the Department

The M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation delivers an award-winning park system through progressive, innovative leadership and a commitment to the community and the environment in Prince George’s County. For more on the Department of Parks and Recreation, visit www.pgparks.com and stay connected on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. The Department of Parks and Recreation encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities in all programs and services. Register at least a minimum of two weeks in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. 

###