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Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery Announces Upcoming Exhibitions through Winter 2023 I Dream a World: Selections from Brian Lanker's Portraits of Remarkable Black Women Part I: July 8, 2022–Jan. 29, 2023 […]
"Nation of Speed"National Air and Space MuseumOpens Oct. 14, 2022For more information: https://www.si.edu/exhibitions/nation-speed%3Aevent-exhib-6030The new gallery "Nation of Speed" explores the deep-rooted connection between people and machines through the history they made together. This […]
Artist Tuan Andrew Nguyen creates multimedia installations that blend fact, memory, myth, and mysticism and use lush imagery to draw out these entanglements. By digging deep into archives and collaborating […]
AllMachines makes selecting heavy machinery effortless with its all-inclusive and trusted resource hub. Our platform features detailed insights into tractors, forklifts, and harvesting equipment, including combines, headers, balers, rakes, and […]
Coveted is your ultimate destination for luxury watches, featuring an extensive collection of iconic brands like Rolex, Patek Philippe, and Audemars Piguet, etc. The platform offers detailed insights into watch […]
The Kreeger Museum is pleased to present Simmie Knox: Selected Works, on view from February 15th through April 26th, 2025. Works on view include three abstract paintings from 1970 and […]
Applause Unlimited celebrates one of the 20th century’s greatest storytellers with their award-winning show, “The Magic of Hans Christian Andersen.” Sometimes serious and heartwarming, sometimes downright silly, but always fun, the show features storytelling and song as well as over twenty hand puppets, rod puppets, and marionettes in three of Andersen’s best-loved tales: “The Ugly […]
With the 2025 baseball season officially underway, Capital One – the official bank and credit card partner of Major League Baseball – is offering free handcrafted drinks at its DC Café locations every Monday through the regular MLB season! Check out below for how to participate: ● When: All day, every Monday from March 31 […]
Join us on May 5 at 4 PM at the majestic Netherlands Carillon, a musical monument (bell tower) overlooking Washington, D.C., for an unforgettable Freedom Concert celebrating 80 years of freedom! Experience the stirring sounds of the Dutch Regimental Orchestra Guards Grenadiers and Rifles, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Band and Dutch singer Julia […]
Giant book sale April 26-27 Thousands of gently used books will be for sale April 26 and 27 at the Georgetown Neighborhood Library, 3260 R St. NW. Saturday: 10-11am admission for Georgetown Library Friends ($5 and $10 memberships online at dclibraryfriends.org/Georgetown). 11am-4pm: General admission. Hardbacks $4, paperbacks $1-$2, children's books $2 and under. Sunday 1-3pm: […]
Living Earth Festival: Protecting the Elements Saturday and Sunday, April 26–27, 10 AM–5 PM Oversight of protecting the earth’s natural resources and expansive habitats and ecosystems are taken seriously by Indigenous communities throughout the world. Their efforts are focused on the well-being of their homelands through conservation and sustainable management of the elements of nature: […]
Experience the Magic of Hungarian culture at the 4th annual Hungarian Heritage Festival on Saturday, April 26, from 12 pm to 7 pm, in McLean, Virginia. Venue: 6801 Old Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 (St. Luke Serbian Orthodox Church) Parking Lot: 6715 Georgetown Pike, McLean, VA 22101 (St. John's Episcopal Church – Festival is across […]
This inaugural event will highlight two of DC’s greatest joys: ballet and brunch! Inspired by Edwaard Liang’s ALICE (in wonderland), the event will feature classic British food, unexpected beverages, and the chance to see friends old and new. Alice’s Brunch: A Tipsy Turvy Tea Party also includes tickets to your choice of the 12:00PM matinee […]
Join me for this painting workshop: An evening for healing through expression and creativity. Finding your voice - Art Healing and Life Coaching Workshop with Summer Roshni Bhullar Have you […]
In this exhibit, explore the works of two D.C. artists who, though drawing inspiration from different sources and working in different media, both celebrate the magic and splendor of our worlds. In his paintings and prints in “Jaguar Moon,” “Brocha” Mariano Arrien-Gomez shares some of the wonder he experienced while living in Bolivia, one of […]
Family-friendly street festival spanning 3 blocks in the heart of historic Old Town Kensington. Not your average book festival! Now in its 18th year, this festival offers something for everyone! The Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family friendly street festival, held rain or shine, spanning three blocks of Howard Avenue in the […]
Free event to browse and buy original art by local artists working in studio space in the former Jackson School on R Street, NW.
Delight in the music of the Tallis Scholars in a concert celebrating spring and the natural world. Program note from the Tallis Scholars The program “Glorious Creatures” is formed around how nature beautifies our lives, from the sun in the sky to the flowers that grow in our gardens. By extension we include the grapes […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “A Bird’s-Eye View of the Flu,” on the centuries-long struggle to contain the influenza virus and why it keeps roaring back, with Alexandra M. Lord, a curator and the chair of the Division of Medicine and Science at the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of American History. Even if you did […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Trump Versus Free Speech,” on the current administration’s efforts to impose orthodoxy and stifle dissent, with Stephen Vladeck, professor of law at the Georgetown University Law Center and nationally recognized expert on constitutional law and the federal courts. In his first 100 days in office, President Trump has taken a […]
What? Cancer Support Community (CSC) is hosting Comedy for a Cause, a benefit event that will harness the power of comedy to celebrate resilience and community while raising funds to help the organization provide vital services to people coping with a cancer diagnosis. Nationally touring comedian and prostate cancer survivor Corey Manning (The Apollo Theatre) is the MC and joined by a lineup of local comedians. […]
Join us for an exclusive VIP Business to Business hot breakfast at O Museum in the Mansion, where industry leaders come together to network, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while connecting with key decision-makers in an environment designed to inspire fresh perspectives and creativity. O Museum encourages thinking differently and sparks […]
Join us for an exclusive VIP Business to Business hot breakfast at O Museum in the Mansion, where industry leaders come together to network, collaborate, and explore new opportunities. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while connecting with key decision-makers in an environment designed to inspire fresh perspectives and creativity. O Museum encourages thinking differently and sparks […]
Immerse yourself in the musical heritage of Tudor Place by exploring its diverse collection of music-related artifacts. From instruments and sheet music to personal mementos and rare treasures, uncover the stories behind the melodies that have echoed through the ages. Tudor Nights is an opportunity to see rarely displayed objects and ephemera from the Tudor […]
During Latin Restaurant Weeks (May 2-16), participating restaurants, food trucks, and culinary businesses offer mouth-watering specials for you to enjoy. From delectable prix fixe menus to super sweet deals, it’s a great opportunity for visitors and locals to try an old favorite or discover a new gem. Get ready to dig into the diversity of […]
Celebrate salvage and the community that makes it work! Visit our reuse warehouse for live music, food and drink for purchase, local artists and vendors, a face painter, discounts on secondhand materials, and more. We'll be open late for shopping and donating materials as well! Alcohol available for purchase at First Fridays to those 21+. […]
Join us Friday, June 6 for Art Walk in the Park at Glen Echo Park! Every First Friday, May - August from 6pm - 8pm, the Glen Echo Park Partnership hosts open studios and artist demonstrations in the Park's many visual arts studios and galleries. Each month features different activities, including hands-on art projects and/or […]
You are invited to the inaugural fundraising gala for PROJECT BLACKBIRD, held on May 2, 2025, at the historic Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C., during Mental Health Awareness Month. Support […]
About Our Inaugural Benefit Gala You are invited to participate in the inaugural fundraising gala for PROJECT BLACKBIRD. The gala will be held during Mental Health Awareness Month on May 2, 2025, at The historic Watergate Hotel in Washington, D.C. Support raised from the gala will continue the essential work of PROJECT BLACKBIRD by allowing […]
Is it possible to fully embrace our life and all its possibilities? To engage fearlessly with our relationships and careers, welcoming wholeheartedly the challenges that come and turning them to our advantage? During this course, we’ll explore these questions and cultivate the courage to face life’s uncertainties head-on. By shedding self-defeating thoughts and embracing inner […]
Our 47th season comes to a close with a rare treat. We are delighted to welcome the renowned Borromeo String Quartet with the outstanding rising stars of the Verona Quartet in a special collaborative program of string octets. From brilliantly contrapuntal Enescu to sharp, edgy Shostakovich and closing with the genre-defining Mendelssohn, it is a […]
The mighty Galactic Empire is coming to Washington DC! Join the galaxy’s foremost progressive technical heavy metal Star Wars cosplay John Williams tribute band as they lay waste to Washington DC, Planet Earth. Prepare for an evening of the most impressive heavy metal. There’s no one to stop us this time! Event Information: Galactic Empire Band - Friday, May 2nd: […]
The Arts in Foggy Bottom Outdoor Sculpture Biennial runs May 3 through October 25, 2025. The show, Homeland|Hostland, launches on May 3rd at 2pm with a special tour by curator and creative producer Fabiola R. Delgado and artist presentations starting at 842 New Hampshire Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037. The free sculpture show features 14 […]
9AM to 11:00 AM Saturday, May 3 Corner of Wisconsin and Reservoir Please bring gloves, trowels, clippers, and rakes if you have any Great activity for young kids and for teens seeking community service hours! Contributions to maintaining the park are welcome at www.BookHillParkDC.com
In this half day workshop, discover how you can nourish and restore your inner life, as part of your every day routine. In Buddha’s teachings we find special methods that greatly improve the quality of our daily life and energize our mind. These attitudes also prepare our mind for meditation in the same way a […]
Join us in the Sculpture Garden for Picnic Day on May 3rd! Bring your favorite picnic snacks and drinks to celebrate the warm weather. Please bring a picnic blanket or use one of our benches in the Sculpture Garden to enjoy your lunch. Please note, no lawn chairs or glass beverages are allowed in the […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Encountering Cryptids,” on the cultural, historical and psychological significance of beings that may exist only in lore, with Joshua Barton, lecturer in English at Virginia Commonwealth University and scholar of horror. Some started out as anecdotes shared by explorers. Others were created as cautionary tales, or literally were just developed […]
Capital Arts Collective will be taking over Wilson Plaza on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Locals and passersby can shop and explore a curated selection of items by the area's most talented creatives, including everything from jewelry, paintings, candles, custom-designed items, home goods, and more. Capital […]
Capital Arts Collective will be taking over Wilson Plaza on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Locals and passersby can shop and explore a curated selection of items by the area's most talented creatives, including everything from jewelry, paintings, candles, custom-designed items, home goods, and more. Capital […]
Our weekly market, Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) features plenty of fresh foods and artisanal goods. The market's mission is to foster a sense of community, stimulate economic development and improve quality of life by providing local and sustainably sourced foods and products. Marketgoers can shop seasonal offerings from local purveyors and food producers, […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Trump’s Second Term—An Early Assessment,” with Matthew Green, professor of politics at The Catholic University of America and scholar of Congress, federalism, and political parties. With the last day of April marking the end of President Trump’s first 100 days in office, it’s time to plan on a thorough and […]
Join us for the opening night of the 35th annual JxJ: DC Jewish Film & Music Festival, running May 8-18, 2025. With over 25 film screenings and an incredible lineup of concerts, we have something for everyone! Book your tickets today.
Friends of Book Hill Park Invite you to celebrate our 25th Anniversary and support the Painting of the Historic Trident Fence Join us for Wine and Cheese, Saturday, May 10, 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Addison/Ripley Fine Art: 1670 Wisconsin Avenue, Directly across from Book Hill Park Historic Trident Fence The cast iron Trident Fence […]
Acclaimed harpsichordist Annak performs a wildly creative, highly virtuosic program of dance music from the 17th through 20th centuries. Enjoy stylized dance music of the Baroque, Folies written for courtly masquerade balls, dances written for operas, and 20th century ballet music from Stravinsky's sensational works, The Rite of Spring, Petrushka, and Firebird. All performed on […]
Hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique, Falsettos is a contemporary musical about family, relationships, bar mitzvahs, baseball and AIDS. When Marvin leaves his wife Trina and son Jason to be with his lover Whizzer, tempers flare, problems escalate and everyone learns to grow up.
Hilarious, heartbreaking, and utterly unique, Falsettos is a contemporary musical about family, relationships, bar mitzvahs, baseball and AIDS. When Marvin leaves his wife Trina and son Jason to be with his lover Whizzer, tempers flare, problems escalate and everyone learns to grow up.
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Search for Human Origins,” on the quest for fossil remains of a missing link, with Noel Boaz, paleoanthropologist, founder of International Institute for Human Evolutionary Research, and author of books such as Quarry, Closing in on the Missing Link. Profs and Pints is teaming up with the Washington D.C. […]
Event: Bike to Work Day 2025 Date: Thursday, May 15, 2025 Time Zone: Eastern Daylight Time Venue: More than 100 Pit Stops Located Across the Metropolitan Washington Region (777 North Capitol St NE, Washington, DC 20002) Description: Bike to Work Day 2025––Join thousands of area commuters for the free 24th annual event celebrating bicycling as […]
ABOUT LAURI WILLIAMSON: Lauri is the Chief Experience Officer at DC Tours and Events. she wears many hats—author, tour guide, event planner, gifting company owner, & storyteller—& she wouldn't have it any other way. With a passion for connecting with people & sharing the hidden stories of Washington, DC, she's built a career that blends […]
Join us for the conclusion to the 24-25 concert season arc entitled "Metamorphosis" when the DCCO presents "Rejuvenation", performing Lili Boulanger's "D'un matin du printemps", Prokofiev's first piano concerto, featuring […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Role-Playing Games and Mental Health,” with William Nation, adjunct professor of psychology at Texas Woman's University and staff psychologist at Johns Hopkins University. Role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons used to be the stuff of basement nerd culture. Fast forward a few decades from their 1970s origins and now they’re […]
You’re Invited! Join the Board of Trustees and Co-Chairs Charlotte Grassi Ramirez and Gwen Lohse Assey for the 33rd Annual Spring Garden Party on Wednesday, May 21. The Spring Garden Party is the most significant annual fundraiser for Tudor Place and contributes over 20% of annual operating revenue. Proceeds for the Spring Garden Party support […]
DOORS OPEN & TOUR: 2pm Concert: 3pm Steve Dorff, Songwriters Hall of Fame Inductee is responsible for top 10 hits by Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Kenny Rogers, Blake Shelton, Whitney Houston, George Strait, Dolly Parton, Cher, Ringo Starr, Garth Brooks, & more. Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories,” with Brian A. Sharpless, licensed clinical psychologist, former faculty member at Penn State University and Washington State University, and author of Psychodynamic Therapy Technique: A Guide to Expressive and Supportive Interventions. What exactly is a conspiracy theory? Are people who believe in conspiracies fundamentally different […]
Jane Franklin Dance presents a farewell performance at the Athenaeum, Alexandria. Celebrate 28 years of artistic creativity with works by Jane Franklin, a Forty+ Project premier by Emily Crews, dances in response to visual art by Elsabe Johnson Dixon and Sharon Fishel, and a reunion piece featuring former JFD company members. The evening concludes with […]
Crushing Colonialism is organizing our first-ever Decolonized Beatz: Indigenous World Pride event in Piscataway Land (so-called Washington, D.C.) on May 30 and June 1 at The REACH, at Kennedy Center and Atlas Performing Arts Center. This will be a space for queer Indigenous/Native artists to come together and share their stories on an international stage, […]
Washington, D.C.– Decolonized Beatz Indigenous World Pride 2025 (DBIWP) is set to be a groundbreaking global event celebrating the creativity, resilience, and self-determination of 2SLGBTQIA+ Indigenous artists, performers, and storytellers. Taking place on May 30 at the Arena Stage and June 1, 2025, at the Atlas Performance Art Center on Piscataway Land (Washington, D.C.), DBIWP […]
Washington Men's Camerata weaves a tapestry of emotions in a concert encompassing the elements. Experience the blossoming melodies of spring and warm harmonies of summer to the reflective tones of autumn and crystalline notes of winter. The chorus takes listeners on a journey through the changing tides of time with the music of Morley, Vaughan […]
Explore Your Future in Healthcare! Join us at Walter E Washington Convention Center for an Open House with Ross Education. Discover our state-of-the-art facilities, meet our expert faculty, and learn about our comprehensive programs in healthcare. Whether you're passionate about nursing, medical assisting, or allied health professions, this event is your gateway to a rewarding […]
Join us Friday, June 6 for Art Walk in the Park at Glen Echo Park! Every First Friday, May - August from 6pm - 8pm, the Glen Echo Park Partnership hosts open studios and artist demonstrations in the Park's many visual arts studios and galleries. Each month features different activities, including hands-on art projects and/or […]
We often have trouble letting go of experiences from the past or accepting changes to our future. Grasping at things as permanent and holding on can cause an increase in our stress and anxiety. An inability to let go of the past can be a block to our living a happy meaningful life right now […]
Step into the world of rock 'n roll history this weekend at O Museum in the Mansion, where May Pang will showcase an exclusive collection of photographs from her time with John Lennon during the iconic "Lost Weekend." This unique exhibit unveils moments captured during the 18-month affair that took place in Los Angeles, a […]
From salsa to strings, and blues to swing, Live! Concert Series on the Plaza features hot entertainment for the downtown DC community. From July 15 through September 27, noon - 1:00pm on Wilson Plaza, join us for free lunchtime performances featuring the area's most talented entertainers. Enjoy a variety of musical flavors, such as Go-Go, […]
Utilitarian Conferences Committee Experts invites Probiotics, Gut Health, Physicians, fellows, physician assistants, nurses, allied health professionals specializing in Probiotics & Gut Health, internal medicine and other interested Probiotics, Gut Health professionals, Chief Probiotics, Gut Health officers and Probiotics, Gut Health staff, Quality and compliance officers, Infection We at UCG would like to extend a warm […]
