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Monday, 20 April 2026
[Unicum] Református istentisztelet és koncert
Friday, 17 April 2026
GALVANIZE: Senior African American Couple for shoot
ROLES: African American Couple (Male and Female, Seniors)
RATE: $1,000 (+ 20% Agency if applicable) per Day. (3) Day Shoot ($3,000).
SHOOT DATES: Wednesday, 4/29; Thursday, 4/30; and Friday, 5/1/26. You must be available
all (3) Days.
LOCATION: Towson, Maryland
SUBMISSIONSYou can email casting@taylorroyall.com with your headshots and resume.
Or Confirm if you are available for consideration in Taylor Royall's AgencyPro
Event Senior Living Community. Details and audition slate video
instructions for uploading.
Click here
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Tuesday, 14 April 2026
GALVANIZE: Monologue Madness DC - This Weekend!
We're just a few days away from the 15th Anniversary Monologue Madness DC competition!
Headlined by Alissa Suser, Heather Gibson, Nhea Durousseau, and Jazmyn Ja'Net, we will welcome 32 actors to the stage at Penn Social on Saturday, April 18, 2026, where they will battle with their best one-minute monologues through five rounds, before a live audience, and panel of judges, including Ari Roth, Michael Windsor, and Ramata Eller!
Audience tickets are available, online at MonologueMadness.net

Monday, 13 April 2026
[Unicum] 5th Annual Hungarian Festival April 25
Join us for one of Washington, DC’s most joyful cultural celebrations — the 5th Annual Hungarian Festival! Rain or shine!
This year we are thrilled to welcome Flaska Banda straight from Hungary — an electrifying folk band whose music will have you clapping, dancing, and feeling Hungary in your heart.
Date: Saturday, April 25th
Time: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: McLean, Virginia
Parking Lot: 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101
(St. John’s Episcopal Church – Festival is across the street)
Festival Venue: 6801 Old Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 (St. Luke Serbian Orthodox Church)
Come enjoy a full day of Hungarian flavors, music, traditions, and community!
Authentic Hungarian Food
Savor classic favorites like Goulash, Lángos, Palacsinta (Hungarian crêpes), and Dobos Cake — plus many more delicious Hungarian specialties that will transport your taste buds straight to Hungary.
Live Folk Music & Dance
Feel the rhythm and energy of Hungarian traditions with performances throughout the day, led by the unforgettable Flaska Banda from Hungary.
Hungarian Market & Deli
Shop for paprika, sweets, folk art, gifts, and specialty foods and take home a piece of Hungary.
Hands-On Craft Stations
Fun for all ages! Create something uniquely Hungarian with guidance from talented artisans.
Bring your family, invite your friends, and celebrate Hungarian culture with us — food, music, laughter, and unforgettable memories await!
Ticket Information:
$15 in advance (online only) – Get your tickets by April 24th at noon for a discount!
$20 at the door
Free for kids 12 and under!
Tickets do not include food and drinks.
Purchase tickets here: https://bit.ly/4ctsdd0
Online ticket sales close on April 24th at 12:00 PM!
Brought to you by the Kossuth Foundation
Sponsored by the Hungarian Government
Important Notes:
• Tickets are non-refundable.
• The Kossuth Foundation is not liable for personal injury at the event.
• Children must be supervised at all times and cannot be left alone at the craft stations.
• No smoking or pets allowed at the venue.
• Alcohol will not be served to those under 21.
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Sunday, 12 April 2026
[Unicum] SAT Slingshot
Dear friends,
I do not usually send messages like this, but this time I am making an exception because it is about my son — and because he is one of our own. He attended scouting here and grew up here in Virginia.
Hunor is now a first-year university student in Milan, where he is studying mathematics and finance. Together with a few very talented classmates, he has co-founded a company called SAT Slingshot, which offers online SAT preparation.
It would mean a great deal to him if you could follow their business on Facebook and support him in this way. And if you happen to know any families whose children are preparing for the SAT, recommending their services would be especially appreciated.
Thank you so much for your support.
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Warm regards,
Csaba
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Friday, 10 April 2026
[Unicum] Bibliaóra
Topic: Bibliaóra
Time: Apr 12, 2026 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Thursday, 9 April 2026
[Unicum] MAGYAR SZENTMISE ÁPRILIS 19-én
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Wednesday, 8 April 2026
New Industry Guidelines Detail How to Buy Fabric Online Without Seeing It First
To buy fabric online without seeing it first, buyers must mathematically translate digital specifications like Grams per Square Meter and stretch percentages while enforcing strict physical wash protocols on sample swatches. Leading U.S. textile suppliers reported a 42% decrease in wholesale returns during fiscal 2025 when commercial buyers abandoned subjective texture descriptions in favor of hard data. Digital sourcing removes the physical hand from the evaluation process. The hand defines the tactile feel of the material. You risk severe manufacturing delays if you rely on flat lay photography alone. Source: Linkedin
Buyers determine accurate material density by reading the GSM data rather than trusting generic vendor adjectives. GSM measures exact physical weave density. A 150 GSM textile material performs well for lightweight apparel, whereas a 400 GSM material provides the rigidity needed for commercial outerwear. Digital sourcing requires buyers to locate visual proxies to evaluate drape. Drape defines the hanging behavior of a textile. Buyers assess this fluidity by demanding rosette photographs. A rosette photograph displays the material twisted into a spiral. You misjudge the flexibility of the warp and weft if you only review flat images.
Buyers verify pattern compatibility by extracting the stated stretch percentage and replicating that ratio against a physical ruler using known knit textiles. Spandex fibers dictate the modulus of elasticity. A 4-inch sample possesses a 50% stretch capacity if it extends to 6 inches comfortably. Professionals mitigate remaining physical risks by executing rigorous swatch tests. A swatch test exposes the raw sample to American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists wash standards. You quantify shrinkage accurately if you launder a precise 4-inch square sample at maximum industrial heat settings.
Safe digital textile sourcing requires strict adherence to standardized numerical metrics over subjective visual estimations. U.S. industry data proves that quantitative analysis eliminates the traditional barriers of remote purchasing. Buyers secure exact materials for bulk production runs if they follow these technical translation methods. Start your next commercial manufacturing run securely by immediately requesting a baseline test sample from your chosen digital supplier today.
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Monday, 6 April 2026
GALVANIZE: 2026 Black Theatre and Dance Symposium
You are invited to join us for the 2026 Black Theatre and Dance Symposium on Saturday, April 18 at the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center here at UMD.
Our Keynote speaker will be Spoken Word Artist, Writer & Librettist, Cultural Strategist Marc Buthumi Joseph (breakfast at 9am with the keynote speech at 9:30am). Spend the day with us as scholars and artists engage topics including dance education, theatre for young audiences, dance and culture across the diaspora, and the enduring legacy of August Wilson, among many others explored in our workshops and panels. Top the evening off with our Mock Ball hosted by DMV Kiki Nights.
This year's theme is “ABUNDANCE: Basking in Community and Allyship.” We invite you to join scholars and artists in dynamic conversations, community exchanges, and interactive performances. Together, we will uplift, witness, and center the power of storytelling, the essential practice of allyship, and the vital ways we sustain each other across the diaspora.
The 2026 Black Theatre and Dance Symposium is a space for abundant creativity and deep community. Join us for this all day, celebratory event!
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Sunday, 5 April 2026
GALVANIZE: Male Actor 30-60 for short film
My name is Mary Sarah—I'm an actor, voice artist, director, and producer currently preparing a short procedural film titled *Invisible Lines. (Contact email: marysaraha@gmail.com <marysaraha@gmail.com>)* The film centers on a tense exchange between two attorneys, examining the complex and heightened realities of victim advocacy. I'm collaborating with an award-winning filmmaking team on the project. I'm reaching out regarding the role of *Mason*. ----------------------------- *ROLE: MASON* Male, 30–60 | Attorney Seasoned and fluent in the "game." Mason is sharp, articulate, and intellectually agile—often leading with a cavalier, cutting edge. His delivery can be condescending, his tone controlled, and his emotional world guarded. However, he is not desensitized—moments of truth have the potential to land. ----------------------------- *SHOOT DETAILS* • *Date:* April 26 (11:00 AM – 6:00 PM) • *Location:* Lanham, MD • *Rate:* $300 *REHEARSAL* • 2 Zoom rehearsals (1 hour each) — $50/hr *ADDITIONAL* • Meals/snacks provided • Travel stipend: $0.50/mile (up to 60 miles) ----------------------------- If this resonates and you're available, I'd love to share sides and connect further. Feel free to respond to marysaraha@gmail.com, or you can reach me at: 202-680-8788. You're also welcome to view the full breakdown or submit via Backstage here: https://www.backstage.com/casting/invisible-lines-3138631/ This piece is deeply important to me and rooted in emotionally grounded, character-driven storytelling—I'm really looking to collaborate with actors who enjoy working at that level.Friday, 3 April 2026
Re: [Unicum] Gyere te is a Marslakók Kiállításra
Tisztelt Közösség!
Pataki Tamás vagyok, a New Digital Média Kft. ügyvezetője.
Szeretném tájékoztatni Önöket, hogy hamarosan elindul a WorldWide Diaszpóra TV. Ennek kapcsán keresem az együttműködési lehetőséget minden olyan közösséggel, amely a magyar diaszpórához tartozik.
Érdeklődni szeretnék, hogy készül-e videofelvétel a Marslakók kiállításról?
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Várom megtisztelő válaszukat!
Tisztelettel:
Pataki Tamás
Ügyvezető
New Digital Média Kft. (1014. Budapest, Fortuna utca 4.)
2026. ápr. 4. dátummal, 4:41 időpontban PATAKI Tamás <pataki.tamas@1240.hu> írta:
Tisztelt Közösség!
Pataki Tamás vagyok, a New Digital Média Kft. ügyvezetője.
Szeretném tájékoztatni Önöket, hogy hamarosan elindul a WorldWide Diaszpóra TV. Ennek kapcsán keresem az együttműködési lehetőséget minden olyan közösséggel, amely a magyar diaszpórához tartozik.
Érdeklődni szeretnék, hogy készül-e videofelvétel a Marslakók kiállításról?
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Várom megtisztelő válaszukat!
Tisztelettel:
Pataki Tamás
Ügyvezető
New Digital Média Kft. (1014. Budapest, Fortuna utca 4.)
pataki(pont)tamas(kukac)1240(pont).(hu)
Továbbított levél kezdete:Feladó: Luca Mòrocz <morocz.luca@gmail.com>
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Re: [Unicum] HUSVETI MULATSAG | APR 5 | DU. 3-10 | CSERKESZ HAZ
Hi everyone!
We warmly invite children, families, and young people to join us on April 5 for a fun, spring-welcoming afternoon and evening dance party at the Falls Church Scout House (128 S. Spring St., VA 22046).
Children's Program:
2:30 PM – Doors open
3:00 PM – Interactive kids concert featuring Hungarian traditions and learning traditional Easter rhymes
4:00 PM – Egg decorating and rosewater making
5:00 PM – Easter egg huntAdmission: $10 per family (free for members of the Iciri-Piciri dance group)
Youth Dance House (Táncház):
Let's celebrate Easter together with music, singing, and dancing!
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GALVANIZE: Fwd: $3,500+ Real People Casting (Maryland)*
On Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 12:36 PM Skinny Corleone <skinnyc929@gmail.com> wrote:Hello Skinny Corleone,Thea Washington Casting is partnering with BGE to find community members with unique stories, talent, passions, and real-life experiences, particularly those who have participated in a BGE energy efficiency program and want to share how it impacted their home and life.
We're connecting with people from all walks of life, across backgrounds, ages, and industries
entrepreneurs, creators, homeowners, families, and everyday community members who bring
something real and authentic to what they do.This is a paid opportunity to share your story on a larger platform. Filming will take place in your home or creative space, so selected participants must be comfortable having a small production team film on location.
This is a paid opportunity, $3500* (Break down below) :
$500 session fee (per shoot day)
$2,000 usage fee (if selected as a principal participant- limited to 2 principal per story)
$1,000 location fee (if your home is selected for filming)
$300 per person for any friends or family booked as background
We are especially interested in people who have participated in a BGE program, such as:
Home Energy Audit or Quick Home Energy Check-up
Switching from gas, oil, or propane to electric
Appliance recycling (pickup or drop-off)
Rebates, HVAC programs, or My Account
We are prioritizing submissions from:
Anne Arundel County (Annapolis area)
Towson, Parkville, Carney
Aberdeen, Perryman
Havre de Grace
And surrounding and rural areas within Anne Arundel, Harford, Baltimore County, Carroll, Howard, Cecil, and Calvert counties
Filming will take place in your home or personal space with a small, professional crew. No acting experience is needed. We are looking for real people willing to share a bit about their life and experience.
Shoot dates are scheduled for May 11–15, and selected participants will only be needed for 1–2 days.
If you are interested, please submit as soon as possible here:
https://mdspotlight.castingcrane.com/
You are also welcome to share this with friends, family, or neighbors who may be a good fit.
Thank you, and we hope to see your submission.
Thea Washington, CSA
@TheaWashingtonCasting
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