Weekend Roundup (March 14 through March 17)
By • March 13, 2024 0 448
Don’t forget to wear green this weekend in honor of St. Patrick’s Day March 17! Here are some great options to spend this evening, Friday, Saturday, or Sunday. Enjoy!
Enjoy Ireland at The Wharf
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Wharf March 16 with a bevy of activities. There will be Irish dancing, live music, a beer garden, and more. The event is presented by Jameson, Guinness, and Kirwan’s on the Wharf. More information on the event can be found here.
See The Emmet Cohen Trio at The Strathmore
Wikipedia photo.
American pianist and composer Emmet Cohen will be appearing at The Strathmore for a show Friday evening. He is the leader of the Emmet Cohen Trio and the winner of the 2019 American Pianists Awards. Cohen has released more than 10 albums and has performed in over 30 countries around the world. More information on the concert can be found here.
Enjoy Emerald Isle Favorites at The Fairmont Georgetown
On Sunday, visit The Fairmont Georgetown’s lobby lounge and Loggia for Irish fare in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Enjoy shepherd’s pie or a St. Patty’s melt and Midori sours, Irish coffee, Jameson and Tullamore D.E.W. More information on the offerings can be found here.
Join the Congressional Chorus for “We Do”
The second concert of their 2023-2024 season, the Congressional Chorus will be presenting “We Do,” a concert that explores and celebrates love’s power and universality. The group is a multi-generational family of choruses that reflect D.C.’s diversity while supporting American music. More information on the performance can be found here.
Don’t Miss CAG and The Alliance for New Music-Theatre’s Preview of Voices of Zion’s DC Emancipation & The Vote
Photo credit: DC Theatre Arts
The Citizens Association of Georgetown’s Living in History Committee, along with the Alliance for New Music-Theatre will be presenting a preview of selections from DC Emancipation & The Vote. The preview is part of a work currently in development by D.C. composer Ronald “Trey” Walton. Walton created an original music score using melodies that were found in hymnals in the Mount Zion Church historical archives. Georgetown University professor and choreographer Dr. Anita Gonzalez, Georgetown University professor and choreographer, used period dance for the production as well. More information on the event can be found here.
Kick Off Spring with the Pink Tie Party
Photo courtesy of The National Cherry Blossom Festival
Get ready for the official kickoff to spring with the National Cherry Blossom Festival’s Pink Tie Party. This year, the fun begins at 7 p.m. at Union Station. There will be a pink fashion show, international food and drinks from D.C. area restaurants and an auction. More information on the party can be found here.
Have a Laugh or Two at the Capital Comedy Festival
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This weekend at DAR Constitution Hall, get ready to laugh with comedians like Lavell Crawford, Sommore, Don DC Curry, and more. Expect to hear lots of funny anecdotes and jokes all night long. The event will be Friday and Saturday evening. More on how to grab tickets can be found here.
Don’t Miss Art in Bloom 2024
Art in Bloom DC returns to Anderson House for the fourth time this weekend. Enjoy dozens of floral arrangements inspired by the art and architecture of Anderson House. Visit during regular viewing hours to explore floral arrangements and tour the museum too. Art in loom is co-produced by The American Revolution Institutre, Margo Fischer of Bright Occasions and Ashley Greer of Atelier Ashley Flowers. More information on the event can be found here.
