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What is a flag and what does it represent? What do flags from around the world look like? Learn all about flags, discover what Flag Day represents in America and […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “When Nazis Prowled Our Coasts,” a look at how Hitler brought war to America, with Kevin Matthews, who teaches courses on World War II as […]
Join Planet Word for an open-ended tasting exercise and explore the relationship between Language & Wine in a virtual workshop with wine critic Esther Mobley and sommelier Nadine Brown as they discuss how the language used to describe wine can impact diversity issues.
From June 17-25, Diverse Voices: A Juneteenth Celebration, the DMV’s first regional Juneteenth festival, will commemorate the end of slavery in America and honor the rich history of the Civil […]
Join fellow garden lovers and the Tudor Place garden team for a morning pulling weeds on the South Lawn. Learn to identify non-native, invasive species of plants and help the […]
Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 17 as a special edition of Capital Book Fest, pops up outdoors on Wilson Plaza at Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center (RRB/ITC). […]
Discover what you can learn from trees. Learn the science of dendrochronology. Map the trees at Tudor Place. See how trees have inspired artists and architects. This program fulfills all […]
Glen Echo Park is proud to collaborate with the office of Montgomery County Council President Evan Glass to present the 3rd annual Pride Family Day! From 11am to 2pm on […]
A fantastical, magical, musical extravaganza for all ages, SEUSSICAL: THE MUSICAL lovingly brings to life all of our favorite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the Elephant, The Cat in the […]
Prokofiev's beloved symphonic fairy tale returns to NOI+F! The young Peter goes out into the forest–against his grandfather's advice. Join Peter as he makes friends with whimsical forest creatures and […]
Sign up to run this inaugural 5K in celebration of Harriet Tubman and Juneteenth, the new holiday in Mayland in 2023. The race starts and finishes at the Harriet Tubman […]
Join Planet Word for the Black Authors Book Festival, an immersive Juneteenth celebration honoring the impactful words and works of Black authors from the DMV. Engage in conversations and book […]
Celebrate a uniquely American art form with Take 5: Jazz at SAAM, a series of free, live performances in SAAM’s airy Kogod Courtyard. This month features Sarah Elizabeth Charles, a […]
The Giant BBQ Battle will take place on Saturday, June 24 (11 a.m. to 9 p.m.) and Sunday, June 25, 2023 (11 a.m. to 7 p.m.) on Pennsylvania Avenue, between […]
Love Letters to Our Bodies is a FREE Workshop on June 24 & 25 for Black Women journeying with cancer. We will be exploring the mind/body/spirit connection and how women […]
Few social groups have made such rapid strides in equality as the LGBTQ community during the fifty years following the Stonewall uprising. Leading up to and beyond that seminal moment, […]
Join us for a primer on how to find synagogue records and what genealogical material they include. See examples and hear about JewishGen's new Shul Records America: the first-of-its-kind inventory […]
Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]
Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]
Someone visiting Georgetown today may see it as another wealthy enclave in a continuously gentrifying Washington, DC. However, this charming area that boasts high-end shopping and gourmet restaurants has a […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Torture in the Middle Ages,” with Larissa “Kat” Tracy, professor of medieval literature at Longwood University and author or editor of ten books on medieval […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Rethinking the American Journalist,” on a radical proposal to use licensing requirements to buttress our nation’s unsteady Fourth Estate, with John C. Watson, associate professor […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Urban Wildlife 101,” a look at Washington’s ecosystem and the creatures that inhabit it, with John Hadidian, professor of practice at Virginia Tech’s Center for […]
Young learners, aged 18 months to 4 years, and their caretakers are invited to celebrate the start of the summer. Look at all the ways people stay cool in the […]
In 2023, the Smithsonian Folklife Festival celebrates diverse American cultures through two programs: Creative Encounters: Living Religions in the U.S. and The Ozarks: Faces and Facets of a Region. As […]
Join Washington Performing Arts and DowntownDC for this installment of the weekly DowntownDC Live outdoor concert series. About Yusha Assad A creative, lyrical, and insightful storyteller/vocalist, with over 20 years of experience […]
DC’s latest rooftop bar & restaurant, Yara, will be welcoming talent from across the country to pop in for guest shift takeovers. Yara boasts a thoughtful cocktail program that reflects […]
Celebrate Independence Day with a getaway to Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay! On Tuesday, July 4, the resort will host its 20th Annual Watermelon Eating Contest. That evening, the resort will […]
It is with great pleasure that we announce the 23rd year of the National Small Works Show: the first since 2019, due to covid cancellations. This year’s exhibit honors Peggy […]
In the 1980s, the Reagan Administration was reinstating the Selective Service, hippies were turning in yuppies, and the punk scene rose as a reaction to what they saw as a […]
July On View Glass: Art. Beauty. Design. Opening June 10, 2023 Transparent or opaque, fragile yet impervious, glass has inspired artists and designers, stimulated scientists and engineers, and […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to one of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and […]
Happy Birthday America! Celebrate Independence Day with this family-friendly outdoor program. Play traditional outdoor games and make a historic toy to bring home before sneaking a peek at rarely displayed […]
Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank credit and debit cardholders can receive FREE general admission to one of Washington, DC’s most in-demand cultural attractions Saturday and […]
Join Washington Performing Arts and DowntownDC for this installment of the weekly DowntownDC Live outdoor concert series. Alt rocker Courtney King does not want to be easily classified, so she is covering […]
If you love Federal Period Architecture, Decorative Arts, and learning about the history of Georgetown, this tour is for you! Docents from the City Tavern Preservation Foundation will lead you […]
Join SAAM's time-based media conservator Dan Finn for a conservation-focused tour through the exhibition Musical Thinking: New Video Art and Sonic Strategies. Participants will learn about the intricacies of the […]
Don't miss The Talent Machine Company's performance of "High School Musical" as we bring the Disney Channel's smash hit to life on stage! Take advantage of evening and matinee performances, […]
Join us for a colored pencil sketching workshop in the garden. Participants will explore summer flora, incorporating brilliant hues using hatching, cross hatching and subtraction techniques. Afterwards, impress your friends […]
Register now for this engaging Zoom workshop with artist Marcella Kriebel and learn the basics of watercolor and illustration techniques before trying your hand at creating your own masterpiece. Known […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Tension Over the Taiwan Strait,” a look at how a waterway became a flashpoint for conflict between the United States and China, with Meredith Oyen, […]
Join us for authentic steak, chicken, and pork street tacos, prepared outside by our own Alejandro from Mexico City. Enjoy this original Mexican tradition, along with your choice of mango, […]
Join us for authentic steak, chicken, and pork street tacos, prepared outside by our own Alejandro from Mexico City. Enjoy this original Mexican tradition, along with your choice of mango, […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “A World Heritage of Tattooing,” with Lars Krutak, anthropologist, research associate at the Museum of International Folk Art, author or editor of several books on […]
FREE LUNCHTIME CONCERT - JULY 12, 12:30PM “A LITTLE LUNCH MUSIC” Holy Trinity in Georgetown hosts a free concert featuring the Wolf Trap Opera Studio. Come hear these emerging world-class artists […]
Multi-disciplinary artist Roxana Alger Geffen leads a creative evening of craftivism, conversation, and civic engagement.
“Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery” is a comedy in which audience members help solve a murder! At the start, the show’s host invites attendees to contribute items they […]
16th Annual Capital Fringe Festival Always Unexpectedly Fringe July 12-23 Ten Days of Performances 43 Productions; 194 Individual Shows Festival Preview: June 23, 7-11pm WASHINGTON – The […]
Join Washington Performing Arts and DowntownDC for this installment of the weekly DowntownDC Live outdoor concert series. The Blacc Print Experience brings old school Go-Go, R&B & jazz for all ages.
Join the Smithsonian American Art Museum for a docent-led virtual tour designed for participants who are blind or have low vision. Discover highlights from the collection through rich verbal descriptions […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “District of Coyotes,” with Megan Draheim, visiting associate professor at Virginia Tech’s Center for Leadership in Global Sustainability and founding director of the District Coyote […]
Get ready to boogie and light up the night at Best of Washington! We'll bring you an electrifying evening filled with irresistible food, refreshing drinks, and non-stop entertainment. Step onto […]
Join SAAM’s celebration of artist Nam June Paik’s birthday with a screening of the 2023 documentary, Nam June Paik: Moon Is the Oldest TV (107 min) that debuted at the […]
Venue: Postal Museum Event Location: Historic Lobby and A trium Cost: Free Get Tickets/Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/ e/spanish-is-the-language-of-my-family-book-festival-tickets-63030915063 7 Accessibility: ASL-interpreted program Link: https://postalmuseu m.si.edu/guest-artist-program Come by the National Postal Museum for […]
Shooting in manual mode is one of the most important skills a photographer can have. Join this class to learn how to get off of automatic mode and take full […]
Bringing you the sun and flavors of Provence for a grand night of culinary celebration! On Saturday, July 15th, come to the French embassy and experience the stunningly beautiful Provence-Côte […]
“Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery” is a comedy in which audience members help solve a murder! At the start, the show’s host invites attendees to contribute items they […]
The Sassoons reveals the fascinating story of a remarkable Jewish family, following four generations from Iraq to India, China, and England through a rich selection of works collected by family […]
Off the Mall Tours takes you on a winding journey through an era in which the U Street neighborhood of Washington, DC was giving rise to a vibrant jazz scene […]
The Holy O is a solo comedy performance where the audience becomes part of the play directly from their seats. Main character Vera contemplates becoming a nun, but has never […]
Joon is a full service high end Persian restaurant that features cuisine inspired by the Middle East’s tapestry of cultures served at an Iranian dinner table. They have now extended their hours to now offer lunch and happy hour. Happy hour specials include dishes for the table, $10 house cocktails, $8 glasses of wine, $5 […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Slavery and the American Revolution,” a look at the explosive question of whether our nation’s fight for independence arose from a desire to preserve human […]
Join the Washington Bach Consort, along with Grey Swift and NAYAN for a night of FREE, memorable music. The Fort Reno DC Summer Concert Season was created in 1968 by a group of volunteers to bring free music to the public in Fort Reno Park. Fort Reno is located at 4000 Chesapeake St NW, across the […]
A highly anticipated event for puppeteers and puppet enthusiasts is back in person for the first time since 2019. This July, hundreds of puppeteers and fans will celebrate puppetry at the National Puppetry Festival, presented by Puppeteers of America. The festival will be held at the University of Maryland, Jim Henson’s alma mater. It runs […]
Join Washington Performing Arts and DowntownDC for this installment of the weekly DowntownDC Live outdoor concert series. This event is in partnership with Downtown DCBID.
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Unbuilt Washington—The City That Never Was,” with Martin Moeller, adjunct lecturer at the University of Miami, editor of ArchitectureDC magazine, and author of the fourth, […]
Planet Word invites you to explore the power of punctuation and typography in enhancing written communication with educator, artist, and designer Mia Cinelli as she presents Speculative Characters for Visual Inflection, a project envisioning new letterforms and punctuation inspired by gestures and expressions.
July 19th from 10 AM to 3 PM We are excited to announce Inspire Success Day, a community event dedicated to connecting our neighbors with valuable resources that contribute towards achieving success. See you for a day filled with informative conversations, helpful resources, and a complimentary lunch! Event Details Date: July 19th Time: 10:00 AM […]
Join Washington Performing Arts and DowntownDC for this installment of the weekly DowntownDC Live outdoor concert series. Chopteeth is a 11-piece Afrofunk orchestra exploring the common groove between the funkiest, most hip-shakin’ West African and American popular music on the planet. The core of the Chopteeth sound is Afrobeat: a big-band funk invented by Fela Kuti […]
Celebrate a uniquely American art form with Take 5: Jazz at SAAM, a series of free, live performances in SAAM’s airy Kogod Courtyard. This month features musician Keith Butler, Jr., who has deep roots in many musical traditions having come of age in the cultural melting pot of Wilmington, North Carolina. Butler is a founding […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “What the Bill of Rights Got Wrong,” with Marvin Overby, professor of political science and director of Penn State’s School of Public Affairs. Most Americans […]
“Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery” is a comedy in which audience members help solve a murder! At the start, the show’s host invites attendees to contribute items they brought, such as lip gloss or snacks, as evidence for a murder scene. Then, two detectives examine the crime scene and begin interviewing suspects, improvising […]
From complete beginner to advanced level, you will learn to play classical guitar and read music. These individual lessons will be tailored to your individual needs. You will learn the […]
Learn about travel around the world, before going on your own journey of discovery through the garden. Participants will create their own passport and fill it with stamps. Summer Saturdays is best enjoyed by young learners ages four to eight and their adults.
Turn the volume up for our annual exploration of video games and art, SAAM Arcade 2023! This annual celebration of creativity and innovation in games explores many of the same themes […]
Join Angela Maloney, one of the Washington Printmakers Gallery photographers, for a photowalk in Georgetown. Over the two hours of this session, she will point out favorite sights in the […]
“Who Did It? An Improvised Murder Mystery” is a comedy in which audience members help solve a murder! At the start, the show’s host invites attendees to contribute items they […]
The Holy O is a solo comedy performance where the audience becomes part of the play directly from their seats. Main character Vera contemplates becoming a nun, but has never […]
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Chai With Rani and Mumbai Street Food! Experience the pure bliss that comes with a perfectly brewed cup of chai. Join us as we […]
The Holy O is a solo comedy performance where the audience becomes part of the play directly from their seats. Main character Vera contemplates becoming a nun, but has never […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The Basics of Big-Event Safety,” an introduction to the field of event medicine plus tips on safely staging or attending mass gatherings, with Dr. Korin Hudson, professor of clinical emergency medicine at the Georgetown University School of Medicine, veteran event physician, and team physician for the Washington Mystics and Washington […]
On behalf of the Utilitarian Conferences Gathering, we are delighted to extend our warmest invitation to you to attend the upcoming Nursing Conference: 14th International Healthcare, Hospital Management, Nursing, and Patient Safety Conference. This prestigious event will be held from July 25-27, 2024 at Dubai, UAE. The theme of the conference is “displaying the most […]
Prof and Pints DC presents: “Uber and Urban Politics,” with Katie Wells, postdoctoral fellow in tech and society at Georgetown University, former visiting scholar and lecturer in geography at George Washington University, and co-author of the forthcoming book Disrupting DC: The Rise of Uber and the Fall of the City. Washington, D.C., occupies a unique […]
Discover the art of making Roti, a traditional round flatbread that has captured the hearts and palates of the Indian subcontinent and beyond! As a child, I eagerly watched my […]
Historian and Historic Preservationist Paul K. Williams rather unexpectedly became the Superintendent of two very different yet active cemeteries in Washington, DC during the past twelve years: Capitol Hill's Congressional Cemetery and more recently, Georgetown's Oak Hill Cemetery where he resides in the gatehouse. Both historic cemeteries were established before 1850, and are the final […]
Join SAAM’s research fellows for this lunchtime series of gallery talks as they share new discoveries about artworks on view. Learn the stories behind these objects and how each one tells us about America’s ever-changing culture. Zoe Weldon-Yochim, the Douglass Foundation Predoctoral Fellow, provides new insights into Patrick Nagatani’s Trinity Site, Jornada Del Muerto, New […]
Kids World is a fully immersive experience designed for young children, teenagers, and their families to enjoy in the heart of downtown D.C. Attendees can expect three days of fun-filled learning and exploration in the DowntownDC's largest green space, Franklin Park. Activities include: Storyland story time with special guest appearances Pop-up children’s bookstore Hands-on science, […]
Spicez is excited to share our intimate knowledge of these aromatic ground-up seasonings that tickle your taste buds, elevate your cuisine, and dazzle your guests...if you get it right! The combinations and complexities of using spices are endless, and we are here to spice up your life! (Or at least your dish.) Let's get together […]
Storytellers presents an exciting, fast-paced adaptation of Shakespeare's famous tragedy with music. Peformances Thursday, July 27, 2023 , 7:30pm-9:45pm Friday, July 28, 2023, 7:30pm-9:45pm Saturday, July 29, 2023, 2:00pm-4:15pm Saturday, July 29, 2023, 7:30pm-9:45pm Sunday, July 30, 2023, 3:00pm-5:15pm
UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje is taking place at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah on Saturday July 29, with the main card starting at 03:00 BST on Sunday morning. How To Watch The UFC Live Stream With Stake. UFC 291: Poirier vs Gaethje is taking place in Salt Lake City on Saturday, […]
The bees at Tudor Place are an important part of keeping the garden healthy. Learn about how bees communicate by dancing, follow their directions to find a prize, and then come up with your own secret language. Summer Saturdays is best enjoyed by young learners ages four to eight and their adults.
Learn how to create easy, colorful monotype prints using water soluble materials and a printing press! We will be using watercolor paint, water soluble crayons, and washable markers to create images on a plexi glass sheet. Once the images are complete and dry, we will run them through the press with a damp paper to […]
As a premier lifestyle event on the tennis tour, Citi Taste of Tennis offers foodies and tennis fans an evening of incredible cuisine prepared by notable local chefs and "served" by top professional tennis players. Guests can also look forward to libations, live entertainment, and appearances by top tennis stars. This is an event you […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “The History Behind Bridgerton,” a look at British life at the time depicted in the hit Netflix series, with Amy Froide, professor of history at the University of Maryland Baltimore County and scholar of British and women's history. The Netflix series Bridgerton was a breakout sensation when it debuted in […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Putin’s Image Crisis,” a look at how the Prigozhin mutiny has sparked a new battle for minds in Russia, with Ksenia Turkova, linguist, former news […]
Ready to impress your loved ones with your next letter or note? Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, come join Samantha Testa from Right Place Studio to learn the basics of hand lettering and brush calligraphy at Planet Word. The workshop includes personalized goodies, a hand lettering workbook, and more!
Join Music Director Frank Albinder for an evening of singing or listening to your favorite songs for tenor and bass chorus, including Biebl’s Ave Maria, Spaseniye Sodelal, Brothers, Sing On!, Shenandoah, Drunken Sailor, Vive L’Amour, and many more! Free admission. All are welcome to attend! Music provided. Registration required (available until August 2nd at noon). […]
Join Planet Word for an intriguing exploration of fan culture and language as Cynthia Gordon, Professor of Linguistics at Georgetown University, unveils the concept of “fanilect.” Discover how fandoms create a unique common language – from Taylor Swift lyrics to Star Trek phrases to sports talk, and delve into the linguistic phenomenon where language and […]
Profs and Pints DC presents: “Dream Interpretation,” with Richard Bargdill, associate professor of psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University, teacher of courses on dream interpretation and the psychology of creativity, and author of An Artist’s Thought Book. Get ready to for the talk of your dreams. Come to Washinton D.C.' s Hill Center to learn about […]