Featured Events in Rockville in July 2025 (August Updated)

KalpaVriksha, Centre for Performing Arts - 4th Annual show SAMANVAYA, the harmony. An evening of Odissi dance and Sitar recital. In the program's first half, Kalpavriksha students will present an Odissi dance recital, led by Arpita Rakshit Sabud, the artistic director and teacher of KalpaVriksha. In the program's second half, KalpaVriksha will present the featured performance of sitar maestro Sri Dipanjan Guha, accompanied by tabla maestro Sri Debu Nayak. A master of creating moods through melodies, Dipanjan Guha has created a style of his own in this centuries-old art of sitar playing, a style that combines depth and serenity with brightness and colour. In his music, Dipanjan aims to embark upon and take his audience along on a journey in time and space, where many experiences and dreams dissolve into the present moment that can be felt with all the intensity of human senses. Sri Dipanjan Guha has performed at various prestigious programs in India and abroad. Sri Debu Nayak is an accomplished soloist and accompanist tabla player. He has performed with renowned artists like Pt. Vinayak Torvi, Pt. Ramesh Mishra, Ustad Fahimuddin Dagar, Habib Wali Mohammad, Asif Ali Khan, Shahanaz Begum, Gaurav Mazumdar, Partha Bose, Mitali Banerjee-Bhawmik, Tulika Ghosh, and many others. His tabla was featured in a collaborative effort of Indian classical music and Jazz. Information Source: KALPAVRIKSHA,CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS | eventbrite

The Engage Armament HQL course is designed to provide those persons who do not fall within any of the HQL or training exemptions an efficient way to obtain their required HQL training in order to purchase a handgun. We strive to impart a basic working knowledge of proper firearm usage and safety but also Maryland firearm regulations. Classes are held here at our retail location in Rockville Maryland. We attempt to have fingerprinting done on site during every class, completed by ACIC for $65, but we cannot always provide this option. Registration cutoff is 8PM the day before classes. Unless otherwise exempt, as of October 1, 2013, a Maryland resident must possess a valid Handgun Qualification License before he/she may purchase, rent, or receive a handgun. Details on exemptions may be found below. YOU DO NOT NEED A HANDGUN QUALIFICATION LICENSE TO OWN A GUN YOU ALREADY HAVE. The Handgun Qualification License is only needed for purchasing, transferring, or renting a regulated firearm after October 1, 2013. The following persons/transactions are EXEMPT from the HQL requirement. For the following four situations, the purchaser does NOT NEED TO POSSES AN HQL in order to purchase, rent, or receive a handgun. (1) a licensed firearms manufacturer; (2) a law enforcement officer or person who is retired in good standing from service with a law enforcement agency of the United States, the State, or a local law enforcement agency of the State; (3) a member or retired member of the armed forces of the United States or the National Guard; or (4) a person purchasing, renting, or receiving an antique, curio, or relic firearm, as defined in federal law or in determinations published by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. MD PS §5–117.1 The following persons are REQUIRED TO GET AN HQL in order to purchase, rent, or receive a handgun, but the persons are EXEMPT FROM THE FOUR-HOUR TRAINING COURSE. A person that: (1) has completed a certified firearms training course approved by the Secretary; (2) has completed a course of instruction in competency and safety in the handling of firearms prescribed by the Department of Natural Resources under § 10–301.1 of the Natural Resources Article; (3) is a qualified handgun instructor; (4) is an honorably discharged member of the armed forces of the United States or the National Guard; (5) is an employee of an armored car company and has a permit issued under Title 5, Subtitle 3 of the Public Safety Article; or (6) lawfully owns a regulated firearm. MD PS §5-117.1 Information Source: Engage Armament | eventbrite

Join our women-led summer workshop series designed to empower small business owners with the skills, strategies, and support they need to thrive. Through hands-on sessions, expert guidance, and a collaborative community, you’ll gain practical insights to grow and sustain your business. Whether you're just starting out or looking to scale, this series will provide the tools and connections to help you succeed. Workshop Focus: AI Self Care Finance Content Creating Leadership & Management Through MBTI Information Source: The Small Business Collection | eventbrite

Tommy Lepson & The Bad Dawgs Tommy Lepson is a legend in the DC area for his soulful, award-winning vocals and keyboard playing, and you've heard him with several local acts, but with the Bad Dawgs (Paul Bell on guitar and vocals,  Gary Crockett on drums and vocals Mike Davis on bass) Tommy's singing and his original songs take center stage, and the evening always includes plenty of Memphis soul and New Orleans funk alongside R&B and Rock 'n Roll  Information Source: Hank Dietle's Tavern | eventbrite

Join us for an exciting return to the Indiana Sanatorium on July 19th, 2025, for a memorable evening of investigation! This time, we have the fantastic opportunity to explore two locations. We now have access to Billy Creek Village, located just a mile and a half from the Sanatorium, expanding our investigative grounds. If you participated last year, you will have the chance to investigate both the Indiana Sanatorium and Billy Creek Village. This investigation will be our largest yet, covering over 200 acres, plus a 70-acre open-air village. We will have access to more than 120,000 square feet of historic facilities, including a tuberculosis hospital, nursing home, mental health facility, and various supporting buildings with extensive steam tunnels. There’s so much to discover! Indiana Sanatorium: 3838 E Old 36 Rd, Rockville, IN 47872 Parking: Upon arrival, look for three barrels blocking the road. Turn left there and drive up the hill. The tan commercial building will be on your left. Park there and enter, where staff will welcome you. Please bring cash or use Venmo, PayPal, or Cash App for purchasing merchandise, snacks, and rental equipment kits. Note: Indiana is one hour ahead of the Central Illinois time zone (CST). Locations to Explore: Commercial Building Superintendent’s Mansion Doctor’s Bungalows Water Treatment Facility Tunnel Entrance Administration Building Power Plant Nursing Home Adam’s Hall Water Tower This location is renowned for its intense activity, which includes apparitions, direct voice phenomena, disembodied yells, moving objects, remarkable EVPs, singing, feelings of dread or heavy emotion, cold spots, tactile experiences, and even apports (like a quarter appearing on a bed featuring a person’s birth year). Reports also include sightings of elementals in the bushes, shadow people, black masses, and much more! History: The Indiana State Sanatorium was Indiana’s primary tuberculosis hospital from 1908 until 1968. After reopening as the Lee Alan Bryant Health Care Center in 1976, it operated as a nursing home and private mental health facility until its sudden closure in 2011, leaving behind numerous beds and medical equipment. Now, we have the chance to explore what remains! This location has been featured on Destination Fear. If you're interested in watching their episode, you can find it on Discovery+ in season 3, episode 14, along with a link/clip included in this post. Billy Creek Village: 65 Billie Creek Road, Rockville, IN 47872 Village Area includes: School House Catholic Church Civil War House Baptist Church Old Cabin Doctor's Office Governor's House Abandoned Shacks Three Covered Bridges Feel free to arrive earlier to explore the property during the day, as there may be other visitors present. At Billy Creek, a child has been captured on camera standing in the doorway of the school . Reports of noises and shadowy figures in the church abound, along with sounds of footsteps in the Civil War house, accompanied by a man’s voice talking and yelling from above. Figures and shadows have been seen throughout the grounds. Could these be Civil War soldiers? We will soon find out. Billy Creek Village is a 70-acre open-air living history museum and park, showcasing 38 historical buildings alongside hundreds of antiques and artifacts. Located near Rockville in Adams Township, Parke County, Indiana, this area is known as the "Covered Bridge Capital of the World," boasting 31 covered bridges. Established by local residents between 1964 and 1965, Billie Creek Village officially opened in 1969, managed by Billie Creek Village, Inc., with support from Parke County, Inc. The village is named after the nearby Williams Creek. Many of the buildings date back to the early 1900s, featuring structures ranging from an 1830s log cabin to a 1913 schoolhouse—all over a century old! The Billie Creek Inn, situated across the road, has been independent from Billie Creek Village since 2012. In addition to the covered bridges, Billie Creek Village features the 1830s Besson-DePlanty Cabin, the Billie Creek Village General Store, a pre-1900 post office that became the Billie Creek Village Bank, the 1913 schoolhouse, Dr. Rice’s mid-1800s office, the 1886 St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, the 1900s Gaebler Building, and many more. Read More: Spend a Night in a Haunted Indiana Village | https://103gbfrocks.com/you-can-stay-overnight-in-a-haunted-indiana-village/?utm_source=tsmclip&utm_medium=referral Additional Information Hotels: Nearby accommodations include the Royal Inn, conveniently located near Billie Creek Village and just a mile away from the Indiana Sanatorium: https://royalinnrockvillebymagnuson.com/results.cfm Other options include the Covered Bridge Motel (with a retro 50s vibe), Old Jail Inn (where you can stay in a jail cell), Park Bridge Motel, and more. Recent Searches: https://www.tripadvisor.com/HotelsNear-g37480-d23700386-Haunted_Indiana_State_Sanatorium-Rockville_Indiana.html TENTATIVE SCHEDULE Saturday 5 PM: Check-in to ISS begins. 7 PM: Check-in to Billie Creek. All attendees are welcome to investigate all night long and into Sunday morning until 11:30 AM, when the location closes. Sunday 11:30 AM marks the closure of the Indiana Sanatorium location. Please ensure you exit by then. Thank you for attending, and drive home safely! COST: Paranormal Access Special for just $149 for entry to both locations (will be $175 after May 1st). $99 for Single Access to either location overnight. Hotel Information: Rooms on the property: The commercial building has 4 rooms available, but there are no showers on-site. If you're interested in staying in the commercial building that has a group bathroom but no shower, you MUST purchase a VIP ticket. Keep in mind it may be hot, and if you sweat all day, there will be no shower facilities. There is a public shower at the park over a mile away. These rooms are single rooms but they have Queen size beds. The VIP ticket is for admission for one, but you may share the queen bed with another guest if you choose to do so. The building is air-conditioned, and these tickets are first come, first served. If you prefer not to drive home that night, consider staying at one of the following hotels or motels in the area: Local Hotels: Royal Inn, 1659 US-36, Rockville, IN 47872, (765) 569-3430 Covered Bridge Motel, 346 US Hwy 41, Rockville, IN 47872, (765) 569-2833 Old Jail Inn Parke County, a bed and breakfast in the former jail featuring themed rooms. 127 S Jefferson St, Rockville, IN 47872, (217) 808-1309 Motel Forest Rockville, 868 N Lincoln Rd, Rockville, IN 47872, (765) 569-5250 Bubble Gum Bed and Breakfast, 517 W Ohio St, Rockville, IN 47872, (765) 569-6630 Beyond enjoying your time at the Ind iana Sanatorium and Billie Creek Village, consider these other activities in Rockville, IN: Explore the Town of Rockville Visit the Billie Creek Covered Bridge Discover the Old Jail Inn and Drunk Tank Winery Spend time at Raccoon Lake State Recreation Area (entry fee: $7 per car) Dining Options: Benjamin's Family Restaurant - Breakfast, brunch, salads, sandwiches First Watch - Breakfast Aarons on the Square - Breakfast, brunch, bagels, pizza The Ranch (notable food) Wildfire 348 - Pizza and Italian cuisine Thirty-Six Saloon - Bar, salads, sandwiches Q&A: How late can we investigate on Saturday night? You can investigate throughout the night until the morning hours, with no set ending time. We conclude Sunday at 11:30 AM. What should I bring? You must bring a flashlight, as you’ll be walking outside between areas. An umbrella and raincoat are recommended in case of rain. Feel free to bring your own ghost-hunting gear (recorders, SLS cameras, EMF detectors, cameras, snacks, water, etc.). Rental kits will be available. You MUST leave your driver's license with us to rent a kit and must return your kit no later than 2 AM to get your license back. What should I wear? Dress appropriately for the weather and evening conditions. Be prepared for walking into buildings with debris such as bricks, rocks, boards, and glass. Sandals are not recommended. What if it rains? Most locations are indoors, except for the transitions between areas every hour, so bring an umbrella and/or raincoat if rain is expected. Bathrooms: Parking: Upon arrival, look for the three barrels blocking the road. Turn left and drive up the hill to find the tan commercial building on your left. You can park there and enter to meet the staff. Cancellations: If the event is canceled by the promoter or location due to emergencies, severe weather, or other disasters, all purchased tickets will be rescheduled or refunded. Refunds: Unfortunately, no refunds are available. If you need to resell your ticket, please let me know. To prevent scams, all ticket resales must go through Third Eye Event Productions, LLC. Don’t purchase tickets from anyone advertising on social media, except through The Haunted Mafia website. While we’ll try to assist in reselling your ticket, we can’t guarantee it, especially as the event date approaches. When attendi ng, please remember the following: NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED. Do not consume alcohol before or during the event; we want everyone to remain sober. Unruly Behavior: Anyone causing disruptions to the tour guides, staff, or fellow attendees will be asked to leave without question. Any individual who is excessively loud or disruptive will be asked to exit and will not be welcomed back. We aim to keep this event enjoyable for everyone without interruptions or distractions. Respect for Spirits: Please treat all spirits with the utmost respect—no disrespect or taunting will be tolerated. Information Source: Third Eye Productions, LLC | eventbrite

This is the classroom portion of the Engage Armament LLC Wear and Carry course which satisfies Maryland requirements. THIS IS A TWO DAY EVENT. You must attend both days in order to fulfill the 16 hour requirement to qualify for your Maryland Wear and Carry Permit. A certificate cannot be given to a student until they have completed the classroom and range portion of the course for a total of 16 hours. While this course will cover the basics of handguns, using a handgun, and Maryland firearm law, more focus will be placed ballistics, firearm selection, carry considerations, vehicle considerations, and more advanced topics. If you do not have any firearm experience at all please contact us before signing up for the course. Please be aware: There is a critical mass for this class of 6 students. Anything less than that level of attendance could result is a postponement. Please contact brandon@engagearmament.com if you have any questions. Information Source: Engage Armament | eventbrite

Finally it's happening! Lets get together and talk about how to get the Montgomery County Alliance back up and running. * Tickets are Free, Donations Help Use promo code BRAVER during registration to get a free ticket. Donations beyond the free ticket support Braver Angels, 501(c)3. Questions? Contact Isabel O'Brien iobrien@braverangels.org Information Source: Braver Angels | eventbrite

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THIS EVENTBRITE PAGE IS ONLY FOR INDIVIDUALS THAT WANT TO ENTER FREE AND CHECK OUT THE EVENT AND SUPPORT (YOU WOULD BE A SPECTATOR). TO PARTICIPATE, YOU MUST BE 8 TO 14 YEARS OLD - ENTRY FEE IS $85.00. GO TO THIS LINK TO REGISTER FOR GROUPS OF 12 OR MORE , EMAIL AKILAH@STEAMYOURDREAMS.ORG Ocean Bowl Games is a two-day STEM expo and e-gaming / Esports tournament championships. In fact it is the official end school season STEAM XR Sports League championships. Where kids play compete in (Day 1) Brain Games, Playground Games, and (Day 2) egaming / Esports. It is the first of its kind STEAM (STEM with ARTS) eSports event that will provide an immersive experience for kids through a STEAM festival and eGaming tournament. This is where kids will feel like a winner, but there could only be one champion. Visit us at https://steamyourdreams.org/ or https://steamxrsports.org for more information on our organization and this event! THE EVENT SCHEDULE WATCH THE FOLLOWING VIDEO Information Source: STEAM YOUR DREAMS | eventbrite

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Join us for the KoBE Quarterly Seminar on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, as we explore how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of government contracting and small business success. This in-person event will bring together professionals, thought leaders, and business owners for an evening of networking, expert insights, and forward-looking discussion. What to expect: ✅ Real-world conversations around AI and federal innovation ✅ Strategies for small businesses navigating AI in 2025 ✅ Insights on compliance, risk, and future-ready teams ✅ Insights of AI and Change Managment ✅ Opportunities to connect with KoBE members and industry experts Click to join our KoBE community : https://kobeusa.org/membership Information Source: FASTech, Inc. | eventbrite