An American with a Spanish heart...

On Saturday afternoon, Bloomingdale's White Flint shoppers (especially those in the shoe department) were lucky enough to get to hear renowned flamenco artist Marija Temo serenade them with classical Spanish guitar music. Temo, an American who has been playing Spanish guitar since age 9, says she has "a Spanish heart." The artist played everything from Spanish/American pop to traditional flamenco for an audience sipping on refreshing white sangria by Ridgewells Catering. Although hearing such fabulous music in a shoe department was a bit disconcerting (she sat under a "big chunky" sweater display), the accomplished composer was able to transport us with her amazing vocals and superb guitar.

It's Friday--so here's the weekend update...

Saturday: LOTS to see and do in Bethesda...
Shop: Drop by Ginger boutique in Bethesda for  Elaine Turner's "Jackie" shoe and handbag collection inspired by Jacqueline Onassis.


Learn: Visit the Montgomery County Total Body Health Fair outdoors at Bethesda Row from 10 am to 4 pm. Get the chance to meet health practitioners and learn more about optimizing health for body, mind and soul. Free. For more info, click here.

Listen: Don't forget to drop by Bloomingdale's at White Flint Mall at 2 p.m. to see flamenco artist Marija Temo perform. There will also be tapas and a drawing for two tix to the Hispanic Heritage Awards at the Kennedy Center. See previous post here.

Watch and Shave: Have a pint at RiRa Bethesda and see general manager Simon Hewson shave his head for St. Baldrick's Foundation for Childrens' Cancer Research. You can volunteer too and enjoy a raffle and appetizer buffet. A donation will also do. For more info click here.

Bloomie's celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Marija Temo

Don't miss this. On Sept. 18, Bloomingdale's White Flint will present a special performance by renowned flamenco guitarist, vocalist, composer and dancer Marija Temo in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. The 2 p.m. event, in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Foundation, is free and open to the public. Guests can enjoy Latin refreshments and enter to win two VIP tickets to the prestigious, invitation-only Hispanic Heritage Awards at the Kennedy Center on Sept. 29.