Weekend Roundup, August 22-25
By • August 21, 2024 0 297
As we make the transition from summer to back-to-school, there are still plenty of options for weekend activities. This evening, enjoy a fashion show on the rooftop of the Rosewood, see the Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge Saturday or Sunday at Wolf Trap, and see a dog wedding (seriously!) at The Darcy Hotel in honor of National Dog Day. Have a great weekend!
Check Out a Rooftop Fashion Show at Rosewood
Don’t miss a fashion show hosted by Boat House Apparel at Rosewood today! From 4 to 8 p.m., there will be a canal side reception with Georgetown Heritage, VIP shopping in a penthouse suite, pickleball games, cocktails, music, and of course the rooftop fashion show. More information can be found here.
Check out “The Bigger Picture” at the National Museum of Women in the Arts
Graciela Iturbide, Mujer Ángel (Angel Woman), Sonoran Desert, 1979; Gelatin silver print, 13 x 18 ⅜ in.; Collection of Elizabeth and Michael Marcus; © Graciela Iturbide; Courtesy Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
The monthly program at the National Museum of Women in the Arts showcases “The Bigger Picture” this Sunday from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Strengthen your knowledge of women’s contributions to Western art. “The Bigger Picture” explores art from the 16th century through modern day through the lens of the NMWA’s collection. More information on the talk can be found here.
Get “Closer to Fine” with the Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge
Photo courtesy Wolf Trap.
The Indigo Girls and Melissa Etheridge are playing two shows this weekend at Wolf Trap. The Indigo Girls’ song “Closer to Fine” had another moment last summer when it was heavily used in the “Barbie” movie. Grammy winner Etheridge will be playing hits like “Come to My Window” and “Bring Me Some Water.” Note: Etheridge closes the show Saturday while the Indigo Girls will close the show Sunday, but both artists will be performing the same amount on both nights. More information on tickets can be found here.
Celebrate National Dog Day at The Darcy Hotel
The Darcy Hotel is partnering with Lucky Dog Animal Rescue to host a Saturday morning event where two adoptable dogs, Yukon and Claudia, will marry at Gerrard Street Kitchen (the restaurant at the hotel). The ceremony will be officiated by Good Boy Sherlock. Post-ceremony, guests can enjoy a dog-friendly brunch with a special treats and beverages for dogs and delicious human food for pet parents. More information on the event can be found here. The fun begins at 10 a.m. Saturday.
Visit the Embassy of Australia for a Musical Evening
Pub Choir. Wikipedia Photo.
Learn to sing with Pub Choir at the Embassy of Australia on Friday evening. Pub Choir is an equal parts musical and comedic act founded in Brisbane and directed by Astrid Jorgensen. Over Australian wine and snacks, Jorgensen arranges a popular song and teaches it to attendees in a two or three-part harmony. The evening ends with a performance by everyone at the event. More information can be found here.
Learn About Book Arts at Mount Vernon
George Washington’s only published book. Photo courtesy Mount Vernon.
This weekend at Mount Vernon, book lovers will be pleased to know that there will be opportunities to explore book trades with Colonial Williamsburg, learn about first president George Washington’s travel journal from 1754 (and have the chance to create your own journal about your trip to Mount Vernon), and more. More information on the weekend’s festivities can be found here.
Have a Movie and Craft Night with Mayor Bowser
Raya and the Dragon movie. IMDB Photo.
The Mayor’s Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA) is hosting a movie night this Friday at 6 p.m. Head to Chinatown Park on I St. NW to watch “Raya and the Last Dragon” and enjoy a lantern-making activity for all ages. More information on how to reserve a spot can be found here.
The Wharf is Also Hosting a Movie Night
Sunset Cinema at The Wharf, 2021-06-24, Photos by Patrick Revord
If you haven’t caught the new Wonka movie yet, visit The Wharf’s Transit Pier for “Wonka” tonight at 7:30 p.m. The cost is free, with limited bench seating, tables, and chairs available on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 7 p.m. More information on the movie night can be found here.
The National Book Festival is Saturday
Best-selling author James Patterson. Facebook photo.
Book lovers, unite! The annual National Book Festival will be Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. The event is free and open to the public, and a selection of programs will be livestreamed online. Don’t miss talks from authors like David Baldacci, Tamron Hall, James Patterson and more. More information can be found here.
