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| Daily, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., through Dec. 31: “Festival of Lights.” Visit the life-size Nativity and crèche exhibit, view Christmas trees decorated in international themes and listen to a nightly musical performance. Visit the website for a complete schedule of events. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Washington Temple Visitors’ Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr., Kensington. Free. 301-587-0144. dctemplelights.lds.org. | Daily, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., through Dec. 31: “Festival of Lights.” Visit the life-size Nativity and crèche exhibit, view Christmas trees decorated in international themes and listen to a nightly musical performance. Visit the website for a complete schedule of events. Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Washington Temple Visitors’ Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Dr., Kensington. Free. 301-587-0144. dctemplelights.lds.org. |
| Daily through Jan. 19: “The Wondrous Gift is Given,” a display of Nativity scenes from around the world. Bring a camera.Washington National Cathedral, lower-level crypt outside Bethlehem Chapel, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. Free, Mondays through Saturdays, with cathedral admission. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. | Daily through Jan. 19: “The Wondrous Gift is Given,” a display of Nativity scenes from around the world. Bring a camera.Washington National Cathedral, lower-level crypt outside Bethlehem Chapel, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. Free, Mondays through Saturdays, with cathedral admission. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. |
| Daily, 11 a.m., through Jan. 19: “Light of the Stars” quilt exhibit by fabric artist Ann Harwell. The exhibit features quilts inspired by images from the Hubble Space Telescope. Westmoreland Congregational United Church of Christ, 1 Westmoreland Cir., Bethesda. Free. 301-229-7766. westmorelanducc.org. | Daily, 11 a.m., through Jan. 19: “Light of the Stars” quilt exhibit by fabric artist Ann Harwell. The exhibit features quilts inspired by images from the Hubble Space Telescope. Westmoreland Congregational United Church of Christ, 1 Westmoreland Cir., Bethesda. Free. 301-229-7766. westmorelanducc.org. |
| Saturdays, 12:30 p.m.: Weekly carillon recital, with music for the Christmas season, will be performed by Edward M. Nassor. Washington National Cathedral, Bishop’s Garden area, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. Free. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. | Saturdays, 12:30 p.m.: Weekly carillon recital, with music for the Christmas season, will be performed by Edward M. Nassor. Washington National Cathedral, Bishop’s Garden area, Wisconsin and Massachusetts avenues NW. Free. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. |
| Sunday, 7:45, 9 and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.: St. John’s Lafayette Square resumes its regular worship schedule. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. 202-347-8766. stjohns-dc.org. | Sunday, 7:45, 9 and 11 a.m. and 1 p.m.: St. John’s Lafayette Square resumes its regular worship schedule. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Lafayette Square, 1525 H St. NW. 202-347-8766. stjohns-dc.org. |
| Sundays, 8 and 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., through Jan. 3, : Washington National Cathedral will follow an abbreviated worship schedule during the holiday season. At 8 a.m., there will be a service of Holy Eucharist, Rite 1. At 10 a.m., there will be a webcast service of Holy Eucharist that features the final sermon preached by the Very Rev. Gary Hall, cathedral dean. The Rev. Stuart Kenworthy will preside. At 4 p.m., there will be a service of evening prayer. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. Free. | Sundays, 8 and 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., through Jan. 3, : Washington National Cathedral will follow an abbreviated worship schedule during the holiday season. At 8 a.m., there will be a service of Holy Eucharist, Rite 1. At 10 a.m., there will be a webcast service of Holy Eucharist that features the final sermon preached by the Very Rev. Gary Hall, cathedral dean. The Rev. Stuart Kenworthy will preside. At 4 p.m., there will be a service of evening prayer. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200. nationalcathedral.org. Free. |
| Sundays, 8:45 a.m., and Wednesdays, 6 p.m.: Bible study. Calvary Episcopal Church, 820 Sixth St. NE. Free. 202-546-8011. | Sundays, 8:45 a.m., and Wednesdays, 6 p.m.: Bible study. Calvary Episcopal Church, 820 Sixth St. NE. Free. 202-546-8011. |
| Sunday, 9 and 11:15 a.m.: A Festival of Lessons and Carols. All are invited to worship. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean, Va. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. | Sunday, 9 and 11:15 a.m.: A Festival of Lessons and Carols. All are invited to worship. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean, Va. 703-356-4902. stjohnsmclean.org. |
| Sunday, 11 a.m.: Worship, led by the Rev. Evangeline Taylor. The sermon topic is “Born to be Glorified and Praised.” The scripture is from Luke 2:8-20. Boxes of unsweetened cereal for mission partner Martha’s Table may be dropped off in the baskets outside Stone Hall or at the upstairs information table. In the month of January, canned tuna will be collected. The normal worship schedule of 8:30, 9:15, 10:50 and 11 a.m. returns on Jan. 3 with the Rev. David Renwick leading the service. National Presbyterian Church, 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW. Free. 202-537-0800. | Sunday, 11 a.m.: Worship, led by the Rev. Evangeline Taylor. The sermon topic is “Born to be Glorified and Praised.” The scripture is from Luke 2:8-20. Boxes of unsweetened cereal for mission partner Martha’s Table may be dropped off in the baskets outside Stone Hall or at the upstairs information table. In the month of January, canned tuna will be collected. The normal worship schedule of 8:30, 9:15, 10:50 and 11 a.m. returns on Jan. 3 with the Rev. David Renwick leading the service. National Presbyterian Church, 4101 Nebraska Ave. NW. Free. 202-537-0800. |
| Monday, 10 a.m.: Representatives from the military services will lay a wreath on the tomb of Woodrow Wilson on the 160th anniversary of his birth. Wilson is the only president buried within the District. Washington National Cathedral, main level, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. | Monday, 10 a.m.: Representatives from the military services will lay a wreath on the tomb of Woodrow Wilson on the 160th anniversary of his birth. Wilson is the only president buried within the District. Washington National Cathedral, main level, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. |
| Mondays through Fridays: St. Francis Episcopal Church in Great Falls has begun a tutoring program with Reading Partners at King Elementary School, 3200 Sixth St. SE, in the District’s Ward 8. Tutors are asked to sign up for a minimum of one hour a week. Training will be provided. No experience necessary. Contact Ginger Roll at 703-759-5270 or email groll@cox.net. | Mondays through Fridays: St. Francis Episcopal Church in Great Falls has begun a tutoring program with Reading Partners at King Elementary School, 3200 Sixth St. SE, in the District’s Ward 8. Tutors are asked to sign up for a minimum of one hour a week. Training will be provided. No experience necessary. Contact Ginger Roll at 703-759-5270 or email groll@cox.net. |
| Most weekdays, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.: Behind-the-scenes cathedral tour for ages 11 and older. See gargoyles and stained-glass windows and climb a lot of stairs to view the city from above. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $25; children, seniors, students and military, $21. 202-537-6200. www.nationalcathedral.org. | Most weekdays, 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.: Behind-the-scenes cathedral tour for ages 11 and older. See gargoyles and stained-glass windows and climb a lot of stairs to view the city from above. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. $25; children, seniors, students and military, $21. 202-537-6200. www.nationalcathedral.org. |
| Mondays, noon: “Brown Bag and Bible.” The Rev. Janice Mynchenberg leads a weekly study of the Gospel of Luke, with the help of a commentary by N.T. Wright. Bring lunch. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. www.byfaithhopelove.com/gtl. | Mondays, noon: “Brown Bag and Bible.” The Rev. Janice Mynchenberg leads a weekly study of the Gospel of Luke, with the help of a commentary by N.T. Wright. Bring lunch. Georgetown Lutheran Church, 1556 Wisconsin Ave. NW. Free. 202-337-9070. www.byfaithhopelove.com/gtl. |
| Mondays, 7 p.m.: Monday night worship services feature a less formal atmosphere, in a somewhat smaller setting, at a more convenient or comfortable day and time. Celebration of Holy Communion, with refreshments following worship. Child care available. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org. 301-384-4394 or www.mystandrew.org. | Mondays, 7 p.m.: Monday night worship services feature a less formal atmosphere, in a somewhat smaller setting, at a more convenient or comfortable day and time. Celebration of Holy Communion, with refreshments following worship. Child care available. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. info@mystandrew.org. 301-384-4394 or www.mystandrew.org. |
| Mondays, 7 p.m.: Sally Jones leads “A Course in Miracles.” Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Free. 301-449-4308. www.dmuuc.org. | Mondays, 7 p.m.: Sally Jones leads “A Course in Miracles.” Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Free. 301-449-4308. www.dmuuc.org. |
| Mondays, 7 p.m.: Kirsten Norris leads yoga sessions. Bring a mat. Pilgrim United Church of Christ, Social Hall, 2206 Briggs Rd., Silver Spring. Suggested donation, $5 to $10. The Rev. Jessie Lowry, jessdoerrer@gmail.com or 877-792-8479. | Mondays, 7 p.m.: Kirsten Norris leads yoga sessions. Bring a mat. Pilgrim United Church of Christ, Social Hall, 2206 Briggs Rd., Silver Spring. Suggested donation, $5 to $10. The Rev. Jessie Lowry, jessdoerrer@gmail.com or 877-792-8479. |
| Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.: Senior Fit, an exercise class for ages 55 and older to build strength, fitness and cardiovascular health. Required physician-consent form is available at the information center or by visiting the website. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Call Marilee at 301-384-4394 or go to www.mystandrew.org. | Tuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.: Senior Fit, an exercise class for ages 55 and older to build strength, fitness and cardiovascular health. Required physician-consent form is available at the information center or by visiting the website. Lutheran Church of St. Andrew, 15300 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Call Marilee at 301-384-4394 or go to www.mystandrew.org. |
| Tuesday, 6 to 8:45 p.m.: “Cathedral Crossroads: Crossing the Threshold.” An evening of contemplative practice with a labyrinth walk. Self-guided resources guide the use of the labyrinth, healing prayer and sacred space as part of the process of letting go of the old year and moving mindfully into 2016. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. | Tuesday, 6 to 8:45 p.m.: “Cathedral Crossroads: Crossing the Threshold.” An evening of contemplative practice with a labyrinth walk. Self-guided resources guide the use of the labyrinth, healing prayer and sacred space as part of the process of letting go of the old year and moving mindfully into 2016. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. |
| Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.: Homework Helpers invites parents or guardians to bring children in grades 1 to 8 for free after-school tutoring, advice and homework help. The program is certified by the Episcopal Diocese of Washington under its mandatory “Safeguarding God’s Children” training. St. John’s Church, Broadcreek, Bayne Hall, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. Free. Registration: Ruth LaBelle, program director, 240-461-5330 or hwhelpers@stjohnsbroadcreek.org. | Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m.: Homework Helpers invites parents or guardians to bring children in grades 1 to 8 for free after-school tutoring, advice and homework help. The program is certified by the Episcopal Diocese of Washington under its mandatory “Safeguarding God’s Children” training. St. John’s Church, Broadcreek, Bayne Hall, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. Free. Registration: Ruth LaBelle, program director, 240-461-5330 or hwhelpers@stjohnsbroadcreek.org. |
| Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Bible study. Three co-conveners will meet for a reading of the Gospel for the coming Sunday, reflection and discussion. Neither preparation nor regular attendance is required. A healing service and an exploration of the life of the saints follows in the chapel. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4700 Whitehaven Pkwy. NW. Free. 202-342-2800. | Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.: Bible study. Three co-conveners will meet for a reading of the Gospel for the coming Sunday, reflection and discussion. Neither preparation nor regular attendance is required. A healing service and an exploration of the life of the saints follows in the chapel. St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church, 4700 Whitehaven Pkwy. NW. Free. 202-342-2800. |
| Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers meeting. Trinity Episcopal Church, 14515 Church St., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-2636. | Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers meeting. Trinity Episcopal Church, 14515 Church St., Upper Marlboro. 301-627-2636. |
| Wednesdays, 7 p.m.: Tai chi classes. A certified instructor will teach advanced and intermediate classes in the movement discipline, which may strengthen the mind and body. Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Suggested donation, $5. 301-449-4308. www.dmuuc.org. | Wednesdays, 7 p.m.: Tai chi classes. A certified instructor will teach advanced and intermediate classes in the movement discipline, which may strengthen the mind and body. Davies Memorial Unitarian Universalist Church, 7400 Temple Hills Rd., Camp Springs. Suggested donation, $5. 301-449-4308. www.dmuuc.org. |
| Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.: CancerShare, a faith-based support group, invites people living with cancer, cancer survivors and those who sustain them to a weekly support group. Child care available. Burke United Methodist Church, 6200 Burke Centre Pkwy., Burke. Free. 703-250-6100. www.burkeumc.org. | Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m.: CancerShare, a faith-based support group, invites people living with cancer, cancer survivors and those who sustain them to a weekly support group. Child care available. Burke United Methodist Church, 6200 Burke Centre Pkwy., Burke. Free. 703-250-6100. www.burkeumc.org. |
| Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: High school students are invited to earn their community service credits by volunteering at Fort Washington Food Pantry. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Broad Creek, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. 301-248-4290. www.stjohnsbroadcreek.org. | Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays: High school students are invited to earn their community service credits by volunteering at Fort Washington Food Pantry. St. John’s Episcopal Church, Broad Creek, 9801 Livingston Rd., Fort Washington. 301-248-4290. www.stjohnsbroadcreek.org. |
| Thursdays, 5 to 7 p.m.: Barnabas Bread Basket community meals. Dinner will be served on the last Thursday of every month. First Baptist Church, 9258 Center St., Manassas. Free. 703-368-2958. | Thursdays, 5 to 7 p.m.: Barnabas Bread Basket community meals. Dinner will be served on the last Thursday of every month. First Baptist Church, 9258 Center St., Manassas. Free. 703-368-2958. |
| Thursday, 6 p.m.: New Year’s Eve concert: “Bach to Modern.” Soprano Rosa Lamoreaux, organist J. Reilly Lewis, Ann Colgrove, Dorothy Mora, John Hurd and Diane Heath perform. St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 4201 Albemarle St. NW. Suggested donation, $30. Tickets at the door only. columba.org. 202-363-4119. | Thursday, 6 p.m.: New Year’s Eve concert: “Bach to Modern.” Soprano Rosa Lamoreaux, organist J. Reilly Lewis, Ann Colgrove, Dorothy Mora, John Hurd and Diane Heath perform. St. Columba’s Episcopal Church, 4201 Albemarle St. NW. Suggested donation, $30. Tickets at the door only. columba.org. 202-363-4119. |
| Thursday, 7 p.m.: Ring in the New Year Rising-style with a pre-Watch Night meal, music, scripture and fellowship. Watch Night service begins at 9 p.m. The Rev. Reginald M. Green Sr., the interim pastor, will lead. First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 602 N St. NW. 202-289-4480. | Thursday, 7 p.m.: Ring in the New Year Rising-style with a pre-Watch Night meal, music, scripture and fellowship. Watch Night service begins at 9 p.m. The Rev. Reginald M. Green Sr., the interim pastor, will lead. First Rising Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 602 N St. NW. 202-289-4480. |
| Thursday, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.: New Year’s Eve Dance with music by Mean Gene. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle. Hall at the top of the hill behind Immaculate Conception Church, 28297 Old Village Ave., Mechanicsville, Md. $30 per person; $60 per couple. Tickets: call 301-884-0742, call Marian and Tom Taylor at 301-884-5697, email Monica and Paul at mcerkez@md.metrocast.net, or email tmtaylor72@comcast.net. | Thursday, 8 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.: New Year’s Eve Dance with music by Mean Gene. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle. Hall at the top of the hill behind Immaculate Conception Church, 28297 Old Village Ave., Mechanicsville, Md. $30 per person; $60 per couple. Tickets: call 301-884-0742, call Marian and Tom Taylor at 301-884-5697, email Monica and Paul at mcerkez@md.metrocast.net, or email tmtaylor72@comcast.net. |
| Thursday, 10:30 p.m.: Watch Night service. A light reception will follow. Calvary Episcopal Church, 820 Sixth St. NE. Free. 202-546-8011. | Thursday, 10:30 p.m.: Watch Night service. A light reception will follow. Calvary Episcopal Church, 820 Sixth St. NE. Free. 202-546-8011. |
| Friday, noon: A service of Holy Eucharist with prayers, scripture and a homily. On this holiday, no guided or audio tours will be offered. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. Free. | Friday, noon: A service of Holy Eucharist with prayers, scripture and a homily. On this holiday, no guided or audio tours will be offered. Washington National Cathedral, nave, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-6200 or nationalcathedral.org. Free. |
| Jan. 2, 7 p.m.: Professional and amateur actors read the novella “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. St. Thomas’ Parish, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. Free-will offering appreciated. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. | Jan. 2, 7 p.m.: Professional and amateur actors read the novella “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. St. Thomas’ Parish, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. Free-will offering appreciated. 301-627-8469. stthomascroom.org. |
| Jan. 2, 8 to 10:30 a.m.: All-you-can-eat monthly community pancake breakfast, featuring eggnog and regular pancakes. Proceeds go to the St. Paul’s Youth Mission Work Trip and the St. Paul’s Hunger Ministry, which helps those in need in the Kensington zip code. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 10401 Armory Ave., Kensington, Md. $6.50; $2 for ages 11 and younger; $18 family maximum. 301-933-7933. | Jan. 2, 8 to 10:30 a.m.: All-you-can-eat monthly community pancake breakfast, featuring eggnog and regular pancakes. Proceeds go to the St. Paul’s Youth Mission Work Trip and the St. Paul’s Hunger Ministry, which helps those in need in the Kensington zip code. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 10401 Armory Ave., Kensington, Md. $6.50; $2 for ages 11 and younger; $18 family maximum. 301-933-7933. |
| — Compiled by Gerri Marmer | — Compiled by Gerri Marmer |
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