THIS WEEKEND

With November in full swing, there’s plenty of fall fun coming your way.

Pre-K Story Hour (Bilingual)
Hora de cuentos de prekínder

Friday, November 14 from 10:30-11:30am
Springhill Lake Recreation Center

Children Ages 0-5, Niños de 0 a 5 años
Come and Enjoy the Wonderful World of Storytelling and free healthy snacks. Friends & Family are all welcome!
Ven y disfruta del maravilloso mundo de contar cuentos y bocadillos saludables por gratis. ¡Amigos y familiares bienvenidos!

DKFI World Diabetes Day Run

Saturday, November 15 from 9am-12pm
Buddy Attick Lake Park, 555 Crescent Rd

Let’s come together to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and show support for friends and families living with diabetes. We’re excited to announce that Dr. Florence Awosika, DNP, one of our very own DKFI parents and a mother of two, will be at one of the four health booths sharing her expertise and encouragement. After the run, treat yourself to cold smoothies and hot dogs — the perfect post-race reward and chance to mingle with fellow runners.

 

Town Hall Meeting on Reparations

Saturday, November 15 from 2:30 – 5pm
Greenbelt Community Center, Room 201

The Greenbelt Reparations Commission will share its latest findings and will have break-out sessions at the Town Hall where residents are invited to make recommendations for repair and redress. The start time has been changed from 3 to 2:30pm.

 

Greenbelt Farmers Market

Sunday, November 16 from 10am – 2pm
Parking Lot Behind Municipal Building, 25 Crescent Rd

On Sunday shop for fresh, nutritious, high-quality food grown or produced in the region. It’s a great opportunity to connect with the community around the lovely Roosevelt Center and support local vendors.

During the Week

Check out information sessions for upcoming changes in the city.

 

Save as you Throw
Info and Q&A Sessions

November 15 from 10am -?12pm
November 18 from 12 – 2pm
Attend one of our Zoom sessions to learn about the new Save As You Throw (SAYT) program for the city’s trash collection, beginning January 2026. Each session includes a 15-minute presentation on the program followed by a Q&A.

 

HOLIDAY FOOD BOX GIVEAWAY
WITH INGRID WATSON

Thursday, November 20 from 1 – 3pm
Greenbelt Community Center

This month’s Free Produce Distribution is our annual holiday food box. Brought to you by Greenbelt CARES in partnership with Prince George’s County Council Member Ingrid Watson. No reservation required. Food boxes will be distributed on a first come, first served basis and while supplies last. For more information, contact Bria Archie at BAArchie@co.pg.md.us or (301) 952-3094.

 

Further Ahead

The next couple months are full of great activities. Here are few to add to your calendar:
Holiday Food Distribution

• November 22, 10am – 12pm – Christian Life Center, 5600 Taylor Rd, Riverdale
  Registration required. First come, first served.
  Gobble Wobble 5k
• November 27, 9am – 12pm – Spend Thanksgiving morning with Greenbelt Recreation as we host the 18th annual Gobble Wobble.
  Sparkle Mart
• December 6 – 7, 10am – 5pm – Find unique, hand-made gifts for all occasions, including housewares, toys, clothing and accessories, jewelry, books and cards, fine arts, and more, along with Greenbelt Museum and Greenbelt Cinema merchandise.