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PGC TOURISM NEWS & NOTES
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DECEMBER 2015
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Prince George's County Tourism News & Notes is presented by the Prince George's County Conference & Visitors Bureau (CVB), the official Destination Marketing Organization of Prince George's County, Maryland.
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ARTOMATIC 2015, A UNIQUE ART EXPERIENCE IS NOW IN ITS FINAL DAYS
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XPERIENCE THE AREA'S MOST AMAZING
ART FESTIVAL
BEFORE IT'S GONE!
Now thru December 12
Wed/Thurs 5-10 pm
Fri/Sat 11 am-midnight
Sun 11 am-8 pm
Closed Mon-Tues
+All Genres of Visual, Creative & Performing Arts
+Professional Development Workshops, Tours & Seminars
+Themed Nights & Special Events
8100 Corporate Drive,
Hyattsville, MD 20785
+Plenty of free parking on site
+Within walking distance from New Carrollton Metro Station.
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| HOT-TIK "CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION" FEATURES AWARD-WINNING STARS OF GOSPEL AND R&B |
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Kirk Franklin, Ledisi, Mary Mary, Avery Sunshine and others performing at this year's extravaganza...
Its the 25th anniversary of Evangel Cathedral's Christmas Celebration and the show is holding nothing back. This year's event features Kirk Franklin, Ledisi, Mary Mary, Yolanda Adams, Avery Sunshine, Marvin Sapp, Tamela Mann, and Anthony Brown & Group Therapy.
"Christmas Celebration" must be seen and experienced to be believed. It is a mega Broadway-style production featuring a cast of over 200, music, live animals, a laser light show, amazing special effects and brand new scenes for 2015.
Performances for three weekends only - Dec. 5-6, 12-13, 19-20.
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| COUNTY DINE SCENE CONTINUES TO BLOOM WITH PENDING ADDITION OF CELEB CHEFS AT MGM |
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Voltaggio Bros, Jose Andres, and Marcus Samuelsson each developing dine concepts for MGM National Harbor...
Things just got deliciously hotter in the PGC kitchen.
MGM National Harbor (opening fall 2016) has announced a "top chef" lineup of culinary masters for its signature restaurant cluster. On tap are offerings from José Andrés, Marcus Samuelsson (pictured), and Maryland natives Bryan and Michael Voltaggio.
Each new concept has been carefully crafted to pay homage to the culture and influence of the region's prominent culinary landscape.
Andres will create his first seafood-focused concept. Samuelsson's spot will feature signature creations and classic dishes. And, the Brothers Voltaggio will introduce a contemporary steakhouse concept.
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| CRAFTY CREATIONS GOOD ENOUGH TO EAT AT GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTEST & SHOW |
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Amazing display of gingerbread houses by kids, seasoned bakers, amateurs builders...
In a region ripe with development, this may be the tastiest house on the block. The 16th Annual Gingerbread House Contest & Show is underway at Darnall's Chance House Museum in Upper Marlboro.
This year's event runs Fri-Sun thru December 14. There's a category for children and adults, with a Gingerbread House Committee awarding ribbons and honorable mentions to top creations. There is also a Viewer's Choice Award competition.
(pictured is from a previous show)
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| THE BEAUTY IN THE FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS IS ITS TRADITION OF GIVING |
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Now in its 29th year, brilliant light display brings smiles to attendees and food to those in need...
Its the County's most spectacular outdoor holiday display. The 29th Annual Festival of Lights is an amazing drive-thru Christmas light display featuring more than a million twinkling lights.
The event is open daily and runs thru January 1. There is an admission fee based on type of vehicle. Mini-buses and limos are welcomed. Guests are invited to bring canned food items that will be donated to local food banks for the holidays.
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| "PIRATE" SHIP WILL TAKE TO THE POTOMAC NEXT APRIL AS THE NAT CONTINUES TO EXPAND FAMILY OFFERINGS |
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Popular event and party vessel to dock at National Harbor beginning spring 2016...
National Harbor continues to expand the "something-for-everyone" vibe of the development.
Family adventure cruise ship,
Urban Pirates
, sets sail at National Harbor next spring.
A Baltimore Inner Harbor attraction since 2008, Urban Pirates has commissioned a second vessel specifically for National Harbor.
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| A SPECIAL HOLIDAY GIFT: PGC REZ AWARDED "WOMEN OF WORTH" 2015 NATIONAL HONOREE |
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Local woman gains national attention, awarded $35k for bringing birthday joy to homeless children...
In addition to our wonderful hospitality, attractions, historic sites, sports, and amenities, we have some of the best, brightest and most caring people in the world here in PGC. Each day, through their extraordinary acts, they confirm that Prince George's is the place to be.
So, we're thrill that Schinnell Leake of College Park was named L'Oréal Paris 2015 Women of Worth National Honoree (at the 10th Anniversary Celebration in NYC on December 1). In addition to the national recognition, she was awarded $35K by L'Oréal Paris to support her cause - Extra-Ordinary Birthdays.
Leake is the founder of the non-profit Extra-Ordinary Birthdays whose mission is "to transform the lives of homeless children by creating personalized birthdays that make them feel valued and inspire moments of delight in their lives". Leake create EOB after learning that more than 2,000 children live in homeless shelters throughout the DC metro area. To date, EOB has thrown more than 400 birthday parties in Maryland and DC.
L'Oréal Paris Women of Worth is a philanthropic program that recognizes passionate and selfless women who dedicate their lives to giving back and making a difference.
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| EXCITING HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS THIS MONTH IN PRINCE GEORGE'S |
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Extraordinary HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS in Prince George's. Here's a taste. Click each for details and VISIT US ONLINE (or on app) for more holiday events and performances for the entire family: www.VisitPrinceGeorges.com
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BY THE NUMBERS: TOURISM'S IMPACT IN PGC
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Prince George's County Tourism's impact - thru visitation and taxes generated - runs across every aspect of development including lodging, food & beverage, retail, recreation, major events, transportation, and transportation-related services.
Source: Tourism Economics, December 2014
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