Weekend Round Up February 5, 2015

Save the Date: Georgetown Media Group Presents Cultural Leadership Breakfast Series: February 19

Join the Washington community and the Georgetown Media Group for an informative morning focused on cultural leadership in our region.
Ari Roth, former artistic director of Theater J, shares his plans for the intercultural company he will soon launch at Atlas Performing Arts Center.

From 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., enjoy a light breakfast, informal remarks and a Q&A with the leaders of Washington’s top cultural organizations.

$15 George Town Club Members; $20 non-Members

RSVP to Richard@Georgetowner.com or 202-333-4833

Address

The George Town Club; 1530 Wisconsin Ave. NW

Hill’s Kitchen Cocktail Event Benefiting No Kid Hungry

February 5th, 2015 at 06:00 PM | areddy@strength.org | Tel: 202-734-3536 | Event Website

Taste of the Nation DC is excited to announce a special “Sip & Shop” cocktail event at Hill’s Kitchen just in time for Valentine’s Day! From 6-8pm on Thursday, February 5, the gourmet kitchenware store will highlight a selection of seven beloved Capitol Hill restaurateurs’ favorite items. Hill’s Kitchen will generously donate twenty percent of the event’s revenue to Share Our Strength’s No Kid Hungry campaign to end childhood hunger in America.

Address

Hills Kitchen; 713 D Street SE

Opening Reception: Anytime/Anywhere

February 6th, 2015 at 06:00 PM | FREE | gallery@callowayart.com | Tel: 202-965-4601 | Event Website

On view from February 6 thru March 7, opening reception March 7, featuring the artworks of award-winning oil painter Carl Bretzke. Anytime/Anywhere will focus on Bretzke’s modernist sensibility in the plein air world; showcasing Bretzke’s use of traditional methods of direct painting with an emphasis on atypical subject matter. Bretzke’s work has been exhibited extensively in Minnesota and California, including the Minneapolis Institute of Art.

Address

Susan Calloway Fine Arts; 1643 Wisconsin Ave NW

WomenHeart Fundraiser at Aveda Georgetown

February 7th, 2015 at 11:00 AM | Free | eswartz@womenheart.org | Tel: (202) 965-1325 | Event Website

Get pampered for a great cause! Join WomenHeart at Aveda Georgetown for a fun day of beauty, shopping, and heart health education. Aveda Georgetown will donate $10 for each product or service purchased on Saturday and throughout American Heart Month. Just mention “WomenHeart.”

Free heart health information and experts will be at the event Saturday from 11 am to 2 pm.

To schedule a salon or spa appointment, visit http://www.avedageorgetown.com or call (202) 965-1325

Address

Aveda Georgetown; 1325 Wisconsin Avenue, NW

National Museum of the Marine Corps Third Annual MRE (Meal Ready to Eat) Cook Off

February 7th, 2015 at 12:00 PM | Free | michele.r.flynn@usmc.mil | Tel: 703-296-8446. | Event Website

The National Museum of the Marine Corps (NMMC) is looking for more Top Chef-loving, food enthusiasts to compete in the third annual MRE (Meal Ready to Eat) Cook Off taking place Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the NMMC in Triangle, Va. This cook off is unique & challenging as contestants mostly use MREs to create a delicious meal in hopes of winning the Golden Canteen Cup. There is still space left for participants or teams (consisting of two adults).

Address

18900 Jefferson Davis Highway; Triangle, VA 22172

The Craft of Music-Stringed Instruments from Bach to Bluegrass

February 7th, 2015 at 01:00 PM | $20-$40 | Event Website

A celebration of the sound and craft of stringed instruments, this event will include exhibit, demonstrations, panel discussions with luthiers, classical performances by Arcovace Chamber Ensemble, guest performance by aMuse, and Bluegrass performance by Bill Emerson and the Sweet Dixie Band.

Saturday, February 7, 1:00-5:00pm

Address

The Katzen Art Center at American University; 4400 Massachusetts Ave

PRAVA – Pike & Rose Audio Visual Arts Festival

February 7th, 2015 at 06:00 PM | Free | Event Website

Pike & Rose is pleased to announce the first-ever Pike & Rose Audio Visual Arts Festival. The free-to-attend event on Saturday, February 7, 6PM – 2AM, is a one-night immersive art experience featuring international, national, and regional artists.

Artists will present musical performances and art installations spanning 40,000 square feet over three floors of office space. The event is open to guests 18 and older and is free to attend with online registration at www.PRAVAFest.org.

Address

Pike & Rose; 11580 Old Georgetown Rd; North Bethesda, MD 20852

Chapter Two by Neil Simon

February 7th, 2015 at 08:00 PM | $14-17 | Thunderous_Productions@hotmail.com | Tel: 301-937-4532 | Event Website

Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical Chapter Two offers the quick wit & humor Simon fans expect, but is often raw & downright tragic. It tells the stories of George-a novelist & recent widower-and Jennie, an actress & divorcee. The two are set up by their respective best friends, Leo & Faye. They play matchmakers to George & Jennie, while also planning trysts of their own. Will George & Jennie be able to deal with their pasts & keep up their new exuberant relationship?

Address

Anacostia Arts Center; 1231 Good Hope Rd SE

Richard Strauss’ “Guntram” Opera Gems

February 11th, 2015 at 03:30 PM | $10 | pdubroof@iona.org | Tel: 202-895-9407 | Event Website

New to opera and want to learn more? Longtime opera fan? On February 11 from 3:30 – 5:30 pm, Iona is hosting a class that explores key dramatic and musical scenes from Richard Strauss’ “Guntram.” Led by Peter Russell, the lecture will feature audio and video examples.

Address

Iona Senior Services; 4125 Albemarle Street NW