good life p.m. on Nov. 8. Free. VisArts Rockville, Rockville. 301-315-8200, visartscenter.org.
Nov. 6-Jan. 5
2019 EMERGING CURATOR: KIARA CHRISTINA VENTURA. The DominicanAmerican journalist and independent curator strives to support emerging artists, especially those from underrepresented communities in the art world. Noon-4 p.m. Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays; noon-8 p.m. Fridays. Opening reception and artists talks 7-9 p.m. on Nov. 5. Free. VisArts Rockville, Rockville. 301-315-8200, visartscenter.org.
Nov. 8
COMBAT PAPERS. The art exhibition features work by United States military veterans. 6-8 p.m. See website for event details. Triangle Art Studios, Bethesda. 301-215-6660, bethesda.org.
Nov. 15-Jan. 5
ALAN SIMMONS: A VISUAL JOURNEY. This collection of black and white and color images taken by Simmons is inspired by the local photographer’s travels throughout America, Europe and the Middle East. 5:30
a.m.-10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 5:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. Special reception with the artist 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Dec. 8. Free to attend; registration requested for reception. Goldman Art Gallery, Bender Jewish Community Center, Rockville. 301-881-0100, engage. benderjccgw.org/Simmons.
Nov. 16-Jan 5
FINE ART IN MINIATURE. More than 700 mini masterpieces—from the size of a postcard down to a postage stamp— in stone, oil, pastel and print will be on display at the 85th annual juried exhibition curated by The Miniature Painters, Sculptors, and Gravers Society of Washington, D.C. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 10 a.m.9 p.m. Wednesdays; noon-4 p.m. Sundays. Opening reception 2 p.m. Nov. 17. Free. The Mansion at Strathmore, North Bethesda. 301-581-5100, strathmore.org.
Nov. 16-Jan 5
SHADES OF PASTEL. The Maryland Pastel Society’s biennial juried exhibition will feature pastel artists from across the country. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays,
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Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays; 10 a.m.9 p.m. Wednesdays; noon-4 p.m. Sundays. Opening reception 2 p.m. Nov. 17. The Mansion at Strathmore, North Bethesda. 301-581-5100, strathmore.org.
Nov. 23-24 PLEIADES JEWELRY SHOW & SALE. Launched 34 years ago by seven local artisans, Pleiades features a selection of unique, high-quality, handcrafted jewelry and metalwork from more than 30 female artists. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. The Mansion at Strathmore, North Bethesda. 301-5815100, strathmore.org.
CHILDREN AND FAMILIES Through Nov. 22 LEN PIPER’S PINOCCHIO. A life-size marionette version of the classic children’s tale adapted for the Puppet Co. stage. Recommended for ages 5 and older. 11 a.m. Thursdays and Fridays; 11:30 and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. See website for prices. The Puppet Co., Glen Echo. 301634-5380, thepuppetco.org.