What's Happening in Bethesda - August 19, 2011

[Howard Hartman]

A very FRESH Weekend in Bethesda Bethesda FRESHFARM Market Shop for pasture-raised meats and eggs, artisan cheeses, fruits and vegetables, baked goods and more at the Bethesda FRESHFARM Market this Saturday from 9am-1pm along Norfolk Avenue, between Fairmont and St. Elmo Avenues. The Market, held Saturdays, May - October, features special events including live music, chef demos and kid's activities! August 20 - Enjoy a cooking demonstration and tasting by Jaleo Bethesda's Chef Terri Cutrino from 10:30-11:30am.  Boordy Vineyards will also be doing wine sampling from 9am - 1pm. August 27 - Chef Aviva Goldfarb from Six O'Clock Scramble from 10:30-11:30am; Busted Tailight Band and kid's scavenger hunt, seed planting and build-a-bug games from 9am-1pm.  The Trawick Prize Exhibit   The Trawick Prize: Bethesda Contemporary Art Awards, now in its 9th year, annually awards $14,000 to the top contemporary artists from the region. 11 finalists have been selected to be a part of the 2011 Trawick  Prize Exhibit, taking place September 1-30 at the Artery Plaza Gallery at 7200 Wisconsin Avenue.    The work of the selected finalists ranges from 2-D painting and photography to ornate 12 foot sculptures hanging from the ceiling and a hands-on craft area where attendees are can make their own 3-D book. Artist statements about each of the finalists' creations will be available at the gallery.      Gallery hours are Wed.- Sat., 12-6pm. A free public reception will be held in conjunction with the Bethesda Art Walk & Guided Tour on September 9 from 6-9pm.    More info.    It has been another busy week for new businesses in Bethesda. Check out who opened this week!   Berry Yogurt Beer, Wine & Co. The Perfect Pita Panas Gourmet Empanadas Search restaurants, retailers and arts organizations in one location, Bethesda.org.   Bethesda UP www.bethesda.org (301) 215-6660

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