March 2- April 27

Local Women in Abstraction

The Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly

In recent years, many art institutions have sought to give recognition to women artists who historically have not been represented in important collections, exhibitions, or books. This exhibition seeks to build on this momentum by celebrating local female artists investigating various mediums and modes of abstract expression. Line, shape, color, texture, space and form are the universal tools that these artists employ to communicate the ethereal, the mundane and the simply sublime. FREE Call 301-277-1710 or visit http://arts.pgparks.com.

March 2- March 4

Pyramid Atlantic Book Arts Fair

Pyramid Atlantic Arts Center, 4318 Gallatin St., Hyattsville

The 14th biennial Book Arts Fair showcases a dynamic array of alternative and traditional book arts, limited edition prints, fine paper, and zines. This three-day event connects artists, printers, collectors, designers, art lovers, and the simply curious. ($) Call 301- 608-9101 or visit http://www.pyramidatlanticartcenter.org/.

March 2 – March 3

MPSSAA State Wrestling Tournament

2:30 pm- 9:30 pm

Show Place Arena, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave., Upper Marlboro

The Maryland Public Secondary Schools Athletic Association will host this wrestling tournament at The Show Place Arena. ($) Call 301-952-7900 or visit besthorseshows.com.

March 2

Maryland’s Best Dance Crew Competition

7-9 pm

The Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly

A perennially sold-out performance, this performance features young, talented, energetic dancers who compete for cash and other prizes. Buy your tickets early so you can support your favorite dance crew. For information about participating in the competition, call 301-446-3259 or go to arts.pgparks.com. Call 301-277-1710 or visit arts.pgparks.com.

March 3

National Anthem and voice of Bowie Auditions

9 am – 1 pm

Bowie City Hall, 15901 Excalibur Rd., Bowie

The City will hold open auditions for individuals or groups to perform the National Anthem at City special events and for those interested in being the stage announcer at the Memorial Day Parade, Bowiefest, and the International Festival. Auditions will be held in the Council Chambers at City Hall. Participants must be prepared to perform the National Anthem a cappella for a judging panel. Call 301-809-3078 or visit cityofbowie.org.