What's Happening in Bethesda - December 16, 2010

[Howard Hartman]

Holiday To Do's Bethesda is a buzz with holiday activities. There is always a great show, holiday sales at local boutiques and an array of dinner options at more than 200 restaurants. While you are shopping and celebrating this season, please think local and support downtown Bethesda businesses. Happy Holidays! Seasonal Happenings in Bethesda Now Showing! Entertaining is easy with two local theaters that produce new and classic works. Imagination Stage is showing Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells. Running through Jan. 9th, the show is for ages 4+ and tickets are between $10 -22. Round House Theatre has extended their production of A Wrinkle in Time.This Sci-fi classic will through Jan. 2nd! Last-Minute Gifts With over 75 unique boutiques, Bethesda is a great place to check things off your list. The Denim Bar, located at 4939 Cordell Avenue, is a one stop shop for trendy everything. ShoeFly, located at 4731 Elm Street, has reasonable prices, great sales and fantastic footwear. The Blue House, located at 7770 Woodmont Avenue, offers holiday decorations, hostess gifts and more. Consider Consignment Some of the trendiest and most meaningful gifts do not have to run your credit card bill sky high. Designer Resale, at 4801 St. Elmo Avenue, has great second hand brand names. Mustard Seed, located at 7349 Wisconsin Avenue, offers new and gently used jewelry, shoes, hats and more. Wiggle Room, at 4924 Del Ray Avenue, features strollers, kids clothing, games and more. Gift Card Worthy Give the gift that lets the receiver get pampered. AcquaNails Plus, located at 7845 Old Georgetown Road, offers gift cards that can be staple stocking stuffers. Bella Bethesda Salon, at 4733 Elm Street, cuts, colors and styles and a "Bethesda's Best" in Bethesda Magazine in 2009. Ten Thousand Villages, located at 4959 Elm Street, is the place to shop for unique gifts and support a good cause. Hungry Yet? We shop - we eat. We celebrate - we eat. It's just where to eat that is the only question. Fresh Grill, located at 4905 Fairmont Avenue, has some of Bethesda's best chicken. A quick bite to eat between shops. Persimmon, at 7003 Wisconsin Avenue, is a delicious idea for a family dinner or holiday celebration. Just Cakes, located at 4849 Rugby Avenue, will do the holiday baking for you including cupcakes, cakes and more. For a complete listing of all of downtown Bethesda's restaurants and shops, please visit www.bethesda.org. Thank you for supporting downtown Bethesda businesses and restaurants. Have a safe and happy holiday season. For more information, please visit www.bethesda.org or call (301) 215-6660. 2011 Event Series Dance Bethesda Feb. 18 & 19, 2011 Play In A Day March 12, 2011 Bethesda Literary Festival April 15 - 17 Summer Concert Series Thurs. evenings, May - July Bethesda Fine Arts Festival May 14-15 Imagination Bethesda June 4 Bethesda Artist Market June 11 & July 9 Bethesda Painting Awards June 1 - 25 Bethesda Outdoor Movies July 26 - 30 Taste of Bethesda October 1 Bethesda's Winter Wonderland December 2 - 3 The Bethesda Urban Partnership and Bethesda Magazine honor writers at the Bethesda Literary Festival.  Adult and Young Adult writers are encouraged to take part in the Essay & Short Story Contest. Prizes include publishing opportunities and cash! Click here for more info.

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