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Music & Mindfulness:Yoga with APO

Dupont Underground 19 Dupont Cir NW, Washington, Dist of Columbia, United States

Join The American Pops for innovative yoga practices in the iconic Dupont Underground. Each practice will feature live music to create a peaceful backdrop as instructor Michael Peterson guides you […]

$25

Magnificent Obessesions

national Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC, Washington D.C., United States

The Smithsonian Libraries will be presenting the opening of the exhibition Magnificent Obsessions: Loving Books, Expanding Knowledge, on November 7th as a part of their 50th anniversary celebration at the […]

Free

Enduring Ideals: Rockwell, Roosevelt & the Four Freedoms

The George Washington University Museum and The Textile Museum 701 21st Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

Norman Rockwell’s masterpieces make their way to Washington as part of a major international traveling exhibition on the Four Freedoms famously outlined by Franklin D. Roosevelt: freedom of speech; freedom […]

$8

Jane Franklin Dance: Composition

Theatre on the Run 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington, VA, United States

Location: 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington VA 22206 Class Dates/Times: Thursdays, Feb 21 - April 11, 2019 - 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Enrollment: $160 Enroll: https://www.janefranklin.com/comp or […]

$160

Into the Light: Music. Space. Resonance.

Dupont Underground 19 Dupont Cir NW, Washington, Dist of Columbia, United States

Explore a world of immersive soundscapes and projections featuring resonance and sound-painting that will envelop the audience. The program will make use of the shimmering acoustics of the Dupont Underground with Steven Reich’s Different Trains, a choral and double string quartet arrangement of Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings, and a new piece by Artistic Director […]

Space Cowgirls: Ciara Barsotti

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present "Space Cowgirls: Ciara Barsotti." The exhibition is a series that explores humanity’s relationship with the land and this planet we call “Earth.” It features colorful acrylic landscape paintings of the Southwest, with an added technique that involves glassine or tracing paper to create semi-transparent figures that […]

Free

Girls Who Start Hosts Inaugural Summit in Washington, D.C. Featuring Keynote Speaker Elle Macpherson

Halcyon 3400 Prospect Street NW

Girls Who Start (GWS), the Washington, D.C. based non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring young women to become entrepreneurs and leaders will host its first ever Girls Who Start Entrepreneurship Summit on Saturday, April 6th from 11am – 2:30pm at Halcyon in Georgetown located at 3400 Prospect Street NW, Washington, DC 20007. Open to female students […]

Free - Register to attend at https://www.girlswhostart.org/summits

All Nature Is But Art: Botanical Art Society of the National Capital Region

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

"All Nature Is But Art" features artwork by the Botanical Art Society of the National Capital Region (BASNCR). In the early nineteenth century, the intrepid English author Frances Trollope embarked on a multiyear journey around the United States. Her travels took her from New Orleans to Niagara Falls. The spring of 1830 found her staying […]

Free

Meditations on the Personal: The Work of Susan Lyon

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

This April, world-renowned portrait artist Susan Lyon is showcasing her work at the Stone Tower Gallery at Glen Echo Park. The exhibition of works on paper titled “Meditations on the Personal” focuses on her world travels. Meeting people from other cultures has become the primary inspiration for her artwork. The exhibition coincides with a two-day […]

Free

New Beer’s Eve

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Come celebrate your new favorite holiday: New Beers Eve! On April 7th, 1933 beer productions was once again made legal in the US, marking the imminent end of prohibition. Join us with local beer historians in tasting a wide variety of local beers, ciders, and snacks. This is the day to honor your right to […]

$40.00

ASO Presents: Rachmaninoff

Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall 4915 East Campus Drive, Alexandria, VA, United States

Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 8 p.m. – with pre-concert talk at 7:00pm The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center 4915 E. Campus Drive Alexandria, VA 22311 Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 3 p.m. – with pre-concert talk at 2:15pm George Washington Masonic Memorial 101 Callahan Drive Alexandria, VA 22301 James Ross, Music […]

$5 – $80

Sunday Sketch

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Join us for a free sketching session in the Museum galleries! Artists of all ages are invited to sketch; all materials are provided. To register, please contact Anne Marie Paquette, Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator, at APaquette@NationalSporting.org or (540) 687-6542 ext. 25

Free

ASO Presents: Rachmaninoff

George Washingon Masonic Memorial 101 Callahan Drive, Alexandria, VA

Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 8 p.m. – with pre-concert talk at 7:00pm The Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall and Arts Center 4915 E. Campus Drive Alexandria, VA 22311 Sunday, April 7, 2019 at 3 p.m. – with pre-concert talk at 2:15pm George Washington Masonic Memorial 101 Callahan Drive Alexandria, VA 22301 James Ross, Music […]

$5 – $80

Calidore String Quartet with Juho Pohjonen, Piano

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

An homage to impresario Ignaz Schuppanzigh, who gave birth to the modern chamber music recital in the early 1800s. The Calidore String Quartet and pianist Juho Pohjonen pay tribute in their Wolf Trap debuts.

$40

Skylark Vocal Ensemble

St. John's Episcopal Church, Georgetown Parish 3240 O St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Georgetown Concert Series concludes it's 2018-19 Season with a performance by the Skylark Vocal Ensemble. Skylark is a premier ensemble of leading American vocal soloists, chamber musicians, and music educators.Their dramatic performances have been described as “gripping” (The Times of London) and “awe-inspiring” (Boston Music Intelligencer). With “some of Boston’s best singers” (Boston Globe), […]

$40.

Profs & Pints: “Bugscape” to Help Save Insects

La Pop 1847 Columbia Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “‘Bugscape’ to Help Save Insects,” a guide to gardening and landscaping with insects in mind, Nate Erwin, entomologist and former manager of the Smithsonian insect zoo and butterfly pavilion. Insect numbers have plunged over the past 30 years, according to recent data published in Science magazine and the Proceedings of the […]

$2 – $12

Violin Virtuoso Zoltán Mága

Strathmore

Dazzling music is brought to life through the flair and passion of Hungary’s preeminent violin virtuoso, Zoltán Mága and his fiery orchestra: the Budapest Gypsy Virtuosi. After touring five continents and nearly 100 countries, Zoltán is returning to North America. With a diverse program from Béla Bartók, Franz Liszt, and Zoltán Kodály to Vittorio Monti […]

The Unwanted: America, Auschwitz, and a Village Caught in Between

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW, Washington, DC, United States

For the Jewish villagers of Kippenheim, no challenge was as urgent or formidable as escaping Nazi Germany, often by acquiring American visas. In his book, The Unwanted: America, Auschwitz, and a Village Caught in Between, Michael Dobbs painstakingly documents how several members of this small community struggled to find refuge and what obstacles stood in […]

Free

Profs & Pints: The Tet Offensive (A 360-Degree View)

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents, “The Tet Offensive: A 360-Degree View,” with Erik Villard, military historian and author of Staying the Course: U.S. Army Combat Operations in Vietnam, Oct. 1967 to […]

$2 – $12

Carousel Day 2019

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture presents CAROUSEL DAY on Saturday, April 27, to celebrate the opening of the Park's historic Dentzel carousel for the 2019 season. Free activities will be presented throughout the park, including live music and performances featuring Barynya, Cantaré, Enviro Drum, Global Connections, and Mark H Rooney: Taiko, […]

Free

Monthly Speaker Series on Spiritually Strengthening Marriages and Families

The Washington Times Building 3600 New York Ave. NE, Washington, MD, United States

ARCHBISHOP GEORGE AUGUSTUS STALLINGS, JR. - Author, Interfaith Leader, Lecturer “Sustaining The “Highs” and Surviving the “Lows” of Marriage” George Augustus Stallings, Jr. is the Archbishop and Founder of an autonomous, independent and African-centered Catholic Church, known as Imani Temple under The African-American Catholic Congregation, headquartered in Suitland, Maryland. Archbishop Stallings also serves as the […]

Free

Hot Topics in Breast Cancer – Luncheon and Medical Symposium

The Hay-Adams 800 16th Street NW, Washington, DC, MD, United States

Breast Cancer Alliance (BCA) partners with DC area medical experts to bring a world-class medical symposium “Hot Topics in Breast Cancer.” The panel, consisting of leaders in the field, will discuss new advances that can play a significant role in improving risk assessment, prevention and treatment for breast cancer. The morning will help inform women […]

$150

DC-CAPital Stars & The British Invasion- A Real Time Talent Show and Competition

Kennedy Center 2700 F St NW, Washington, DC, United States

April 10, 7-9pm, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts Join us for this “American Idol” type show featuring the top ten student finalists from DC public and public charter high schools. Finalists compete across the categories of vocal, instrumental and dance for a chance to win college scholarships. Winners are selected by […]

$35

Whittle School: Coffee with Middle and Upper School Division Heads

Whittle School & Studios Information Center

Whittle School & Studios invites you to an informal conversation about Whittle School & Studios with Marek Beck, Head of Middle School, and Ara Brown, Head of Upper School, where you can learn more about the opportunities this global school will provide your children and the greater Washington area. Register by emailing mydcadmission@whittleschool.org or on […]

Free

Cherokee Days Festival

National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United States

The National Museum of the American Indian celebrates Cherokee history during the sixth annual Cherokee Days festival April 12–14, featuring the three federally recognized Cherokee tribes—Cherokee Nation, United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians and Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The free three days of festivities include the installation of the original Treaty of New Echota […]

Free

NSLMOLOGY: Science of Sporting Art

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

This Spring, NSLM melds art with science to create NSLMology, an exhibition for explorers of all ages! Visitors are invited to experience scientific principles within three centuries of paintings, sculptures, […]

$8 – $12

Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen centers on a unique decorative object from the NSLM’s permanent collection. Recently conserved, the four-panel screen is comprised of paintings and prints showing 18th century […]

$8 – $12

Conserving “Deconstructed” Exhibit Opening

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Join the National Sporting Library & Museum to celebrate the opening of Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen! 6-7pm: Reception and Exhibition Viewing 7pm: Lecture by conservator Deborah Parr, describing how she restored NSLM’s sporting screen, which includes both paintings and works on paper. $10 admission, free to NSLM members. RSVP at Info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 […]

$10

Storm Large

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

Cole Porter, Pat Benatar, and Black Sabbath—powerhouse singer-songwriter Storm Large can sing them all and more! Whether performing with Pink Martini, at a cabaret, or with a rock band, this sassy yet classy artist with an edge knows how to bring the house down.

$50 – $55

Coffee with the Curator

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Enjoy an informal coffee reception and tour of Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen. 10:00am: Coffee reception 10:30am: Tour of the exhibition with Claudia Pfeiffer, the NSLM’s George L. Ohrstrom, Jr. Curator $5 admission, free to NSLM members. RSVP to Anne Marie Paquette, the Clarice & Robert H. Smith Educator at Info@nationalsporting.org or (540) 687-6542 x25

$5

Eggstravaganza!

Tudor Place

Eggstravaganza! Ticket Sales Open to MEMBERS ONLY in January. The event kicks off with a lively egg hunt and egg roll on the South Lawn. Cap off the experience by decorating a festive animal magnet, making a jumbo egg hanging decoration, and playing traditional children’s games. Bring your camera for photo ops with the Easter […]

$5 – $15

Eggstravaganza!

Tudor Place

Egg hunt, egg roll, and crafts. Take photos with the Easter Bunny! The event kicks off with a lively egg hunt and egg roll on the South Lawn. Cap off the experience by decorating a festive animal magnet, making a jumbo egg hanging decoration, and playing traditional children’s games. Bring your camera for photo ops […]

$5 – $15

Camerata RCO: Musicians of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra

Dumbarton United Methodist Church 3133 Dumbarton St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Camerata RCO brings the magnificent talents of Amsterdam’s Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, a fixture on shortlists of the world’s greatest orchestras, to the realm of chamber music. These six colleagues founded this independent group with the desire to explore smaller, more intimate repertoire. The Washington Post describes their work as “sophisticated, expressive music making with […]

$39 – $42

JGSGW April Meeting – The Mysterious Mister Manley: How do you prove something didn’t happen?

Bender JCC of Greater Washington 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, MD, United States

Eloise Metzger, a relative of the speaker, was suddenly widowed at the age of 26 when her husband was killed in a tragic 1918 New York subway wreck. Within a few years, references to Eloise Metzger disappeared from public records, and Eloise Manley seemed to appear in her place. Assuming Eloise had remarried, the speaker […]

$5

Profs & Pints: Dawn of the Drug War

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Dawn of the Drug War,” with Matthew R. Pembleton, adjunct lecturer at American University, fellow at the DC Policy Center, and author of Containing Addiction: The […]

$2 – $12

Profs & Pints: Titanic Mistakes

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents, “Titanic Mistakes,” an in-depth analysis of what doomed the famous ship, with Vincent Brannigan, professor emeritus of the University of Maryland's Clark School of Engineering. When […]

$2 – $12

I Am What I Am: The Music of Jerry Herman

Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater 1101 Sixth Street SW, Washington D.C., DC, United States

What happens when you combine a “Trading Spaces” star with a madcap musical about trying to trade one’s identity? Or a “Drag Race” contestant with songs about the larger than life “Mame”? It promises to be an incredible evening of entertainment as The American Pops Orchestra presents “I Am What I Am: The Music of […]

$55 – $75

Free Chamber Music Concert

Dumbarton House 2715 Q Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Join Dumbarton House Tuesday, April 16th at noon for a free chamber music concerts presented by the Friday Morning Music Club! Concerts are held in the museum’s Belle Vue Room, which can be accessed through the lower terrace off the parking lot. Groups are welcome. Seats are available on a first come, first served basis. […]

Free

Bloomia’s Field of Tulips at CityCenterDC

DC, United States

The second-ever Bloomia's Field of Tulips will transform The Park at CityCenterDC into an interactive, urban garden that is home to more than 40,000 stems of tulips. We welcome you […]

Free

Yoga in Luce

Luce Foundation Center, Smithsonian American Art Museum F St NW &, 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Bring your mat to our relaxing yoga and art appreciation series. Reflect on a work in the Luce Foundation Center before unwinding with a one-hour vinyasa yoga session led by […]

$10

Profs & Pints: Understanding the Mueller Investigation

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

In a special encore talk, Profs and Pints presents: “Understanding the Mueller Investigation,” with Randall D. Eliason, law professor, white-collar crime expert, Washington Post columnist, and former Assistant U.S. Attorney […]

$2 – $12

Eggstravaganza!

Tudor Place 1644 31st Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Egg hunt, egg roll, and crafts. Take photos with the Easter Bunny! The event kicks off with a lively egg hunt and egg roll on the South Lawn. Cap off […]

$5 – $15

Profs & Pints: Founding Fathers in the “Friend Zone”

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Founding Fathers in the ‘Friend Zone,’” with Cassandra Good, assistant professor of history at Marymount University and author of Founding Friendships: Friendships Between Men and Women […]

$2 – $12

Eggstravaganza!

Tudor Place

Egg hunt, egg roll, and crafts. Take photos with the Easter Bunny! The event kicks off with a lively egg hunt and egg roll on the South Lawn. Cap off […]

$5 – $15

Luce Unplugged: We Were Pirates

Luce Foundation Center, Smithsonian American Art Museum F St NW &, 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Luce Unplugged invites local musicians to perform after staff-led art talks. Libations and snacks available for purchase from an on-site bar. Talk at 5:30 p.m.; performance at 6 p.m. We Were Pirates explores themes of love, pain, and the search for peace of mind in their mellow, electronic tunes.

Free

Lynn Boggess Solo Exhibition & Opening Reception

Principle Gallery 208 King St, Alexandria, VA, United States

Lynn Boggess' tactile landscapes consist of seemingly endless layers of thick, lush paint. In his landscapes Lynn captures the rushing movement of water, snowy hillsides, the rigidness of trees, the vibrancy of changing leaves, and the mood of each season. Boggess titles each painting the date they were created. "Titling paintings the date they were […]

Free

Profs & Pints: On Gender and Cats

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

As a special encore, Profs and Pints presents, “On Gender and Cats,” a feminist exploration of how we think about felines, with Crys Stuvland, lecturer at Howard University and scholar […]

$2 – $12

Profs & Pints: Rethinking the Rappahannock Tribe

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Rethinking the Rappahannock Tribe,” a fascinating look at archeological research on a local native people, with Julia King, professor of anthropology at St. Mary’s College of […]

$2 – $12

Eggstravaganza!

Tudor Place

Egg hunt, egg roll, and crafts. Take photos with the Easter Bunny! The event kicks off with a lively egg hunt and egg roll on the South Lawn. Cap off […]

$5 – $15

Shoff Promotions Comic Book & Sports Card Show

Annandale Va. Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike, Annandale, VA, United States

Shoff Promotions COMIC BOOK & SPORTS CARD SHOW SATURDAY APRIL 20 10am-3pm, Annandale Virginia Fire House Expo Hall 7128 Columbia Pike Annandale 22003 Super Selection of Comic Books from Gold, Silver, Bronze to Modern Age, Nonsports cards including Magic & Pokemon , Original Art, Super Heroes Toys, Gaming supplies, Pop Toys & Anime, and Hobby […]

Free – $12

Tailgating at the Middleburg Spring Races

glenwood park Foxcroft Rd, Middleburg, VA, United States

Tailgate and picnic with fashionable Middleburg crowd all while watching the thrilling sport of horse racing. The Middleburg Spring Races is an exciting and fun event in our historic Virginia […]

$20

Make Me Wanna Holler: Exploring DC’s Music Legacy

National Postal Museum 2 Massachusetts Ave. NE, Washington, DC, United States

Celebrate the Marvin Gaye stamp at the Smithsonian National Postal Museum! Dance to Marvin’s tunes and more with DC’s own DJ RBI. Bring your own tote bag or T-shirt to get the new stamp screen printed on or take home a paper print by artists from Pyramid Atlantic Arts Center. Break out your hand dancing […]

Free

Cre8tiveSports Jr. NBA Team Selection Tournament

Manassas Park Community Center 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA, United States

The Cre8tiveSports Jr. NBA Team Selection Tournament is a chance for boys and girls, ages 6U - 14U, to compete for prizes and an automatic bid to the Cre8tiveSports Jr. […]

$25

Bluemercury Hosting Conscious Beauty Program

Bluemercury 3059 M St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Bluemercury launched their Conscious Beauty Program in stores from April 22nd – May 2nd. The program will empower those to select products that support a lifestyle of healthy and conscious […]

Free

Profs & Pints: Philosophy and Star Trek, Exploring the Mind

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Philosophy and Star Trek, Exploring the Mind,” with Linda Wetzel, emeritus associate professor of philosophy at Georgetown University. Boldly go where few philosophy enthusiasts have gone before. Linda Wetzel long taught a Georgetown University class called “Philosophy and Star Trek,” which used the popular television series to teach important philosophical concepts […]

$2 – $12

National Picnic Day at Reston Town Center

Reston Town Center 11900 Market St., Reston, VA, United States

Take a break and bring your lunch to the Pavilion to celebrate the great weather and National Picnic Day. Enjoy entertainment, treats, and a fun picnic atmosphere. Restaurant offers from Balducci's, Le Pain Quotidien, Peet's Coffee, and Ted's Bulletin.

Free

Free Landmark Lecture: A Remarkable Friendship

Tudor Place

Elizabeth Patterson Bonaparte and Martha Custis Williams Carter, A Remarkable Friendship, presented by Alexandra Deutsch, Vice-President of Collections & Interpretation, Maryland Historical Society Although the story of Elizabeth Bonaparte's marriage to Napoleon Bonaparte's youngest brother has long been celebrated, her end-of-life friendship with Martha Custis Williams Carter, longtime resident of Tudor Place, is rarely noted. […]

Free

Profs & Pints: On Gender and Cats

La Pop 1847 Columbia Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents, “On Gender and Cats,” a feminist exploration of how we think about felines, with Crys Stuvland, lecturer at Howard University and scholar of depictions of cats […]

$2 – $12

Jane Franklin Dance: Complete Dogness at Aurora Hills Library

Enjoy family friendly fun with Jane Franklin Dance at Arlington Public Libraries this summer. Each performance is a delightful blend of movement, theater, music and participation. Complete Dogness is a family friendly dance performance about a delightful little doggy with bad habits. She can eat a delicious wool sweater or steal a whole block of […]

Free

Whittle School & Studios Parent Information Event

Whittle School & Studios Information Center

Whittle School & Studios welcomes you to a presentation by school leaders, followed by a Q&A where you can learn more about the opportunities this global school will provide your […]

Free

Profs & Pints: Jackie Robinson, Revolutionary

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Jackie Robinson, Revolutionary,” an homage to the hero who broke baseball’s color line, with Richard Zamoff, professorial lecturer in sociology at George Washington University and director […]

$2 – $12

Smithsonian Craft Show 2019 Preview Night Benefit

National Building Museum Washington DC, United States

Attend a beautiful gala at the Smithsonian Craft Show Preview Night at the National Building Museum. Meet the artists and shop for unique handcrafted pieces in a fun, intimate setting with a cocktail buffet. Be the first to see and buy featured fine crafts! The 2019 Smithsonian Visionary Award will be presented to Joyce J. […]

$250

Treasured Gardens Chevy Chase Garden Tour

One Quincy Street, Chevy Chase, Md One Quincy Street, Chevy Chase, MD, United States

Garden Tour in Historic Chevy Chase Village Saturday, May 18, 2019 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm (rain or shine) discover treasured gardens when the Chevy Chase Garden Tour, hosted […]

$30 – $40

Meet Dr Barbara Sturm Founder at Bluemercury Georgetown on April 27th

DC, United States

Dr Barbara Sturm, Founder will be making a personal appearance at the Bluemercury store in Georgetown on Saturday, April 27th. From 1pm – 3pm, Dr. Barbara Sturm will be speaking to and featuring the clarifying collection at the event, while answering any questions from customers. RSVPs can easily be made by calling the Georgetown store […]

Free

Smithsonian Craft Show 2019

National Building Museum 401 F Street, NW, Washington, United States

The most prestigious juried show of fine American crafts in the country, the 37th annual Smithsonian Craft Show is not to be missed! On display and for sale - works […]

$17

Smithsonian Craft Show 2019 Friends Night Out

National Building Museum Washington DC, United States

Bring your friends for this special night of fun shopping, nibbles and cash bar at the Smithsonian Craft Show. Extended shopping hours for Thursday night patrons at the general admission […]

$17

30th Annual Servant of Justice Awards Dinner

JW Marriott 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join the Legal Aid Society of the District of Columbia as we honor Servants of Justice who have made meaningful contributions to access to justice in DC and beyond. All proceeds will benefit Legal Aid's efforts to "make justice real" in individual and systemic ways for low-income individuals and families in the District.

$500

John McCutcheon

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

A master instrumentalist, powerful singer-songwriter, storyteller, activist, and author, John McCutcheon is folk music’s Renaissance man. “His storytelling has the richness of fine literature” (The Washington Post).

$25 – $28

Outside the Box 2019

Popcorn Gallery at the Glen Echo 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Glen Echo Pottery presents a spring ceramics exhibition entitled “Outside the Box 2019” at Glen Echo Park’s Popcorn Gallery, May 3 to June 2, 2019. The exhibition features recent works by Glen Echo Pottery faculty and advanced students and celebrates the artists’ constant artistic evolution. Dates: May 3 to June 2, 2019 Art Walk & […]

Free

Living Earth Festival 2019: Farm to Table: Sustaining Our Future through Indigenous Knowledge

National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United States

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian is hosting its annual Living Earth Festival April 26–28 at its museum in Washington, D.C. Living Earth brings together Native innovators and practitioners […]

Free

Opening event: Living Earth Festival 2019

National Museum of the American Indian Fourth Street & Independence Ave., S.W., Washington, DC, United States

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian is hosting its annual Living Earth Festival April 26–28 at its museum in Washington, D.C. Living Earth brings together Native innovators and practitioners […]

Free

Wu Han, Gloria Chien, & Gilles Vonsattel

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

Wu Han, Gloria Chien (“…fiercely lavish”) and Gilles Vonsattel (“ ...utter ease, fluidity, and calm...”) exploit every color the piano has to offer in this wide-ranging evening of piano music for four hands.

$40

NSLMology Family Day

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

Join the National Sporting Library & Museum for NSLMology: The Science of Sporting Art Family Day! Explore NSLM’s STEAM-based exhibition with hands-on activities and take aways for families and children. 10am-5pm: Museum Open with Free Admission 11am-1pm: Hands-on Activities and Kid-Friendly Snacks in the Library’s Founders’ Room 1pm: Gallery Talk about the exhibition with Anne […]

Free

Virginia Vine Cancer Research Symposium

500 N Pendleton St, Middleburg, VA 20117 500 N Pendleton St., Middleburg, VA, United States

The V Foundation for Cancer Research will be hosting a Cancer Research Symposium during their fifth annual Virginia Vine event on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The symposium will be held at the Salamander Resort & Spa, Bluemont Room from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and will be free and open to the public. Speakers will […]

Free

Meet Dr Barbara Sturm Founder at Bluemercury Georgetown on April 27th

Bluemercury 3059 M St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Dr Barbara Sturm, Founder will be making a personal appearance at the Bluemercury store in Georgetown on Saturday, April 27th. From 1pm – 3pm, Dr. Barbara Sturm will be speaking to and featuring the clarifying collection at the event, while answering any questions from customers. RSVPs can easily be made by calling the Georgetown store […]

Free

Jane Franklin Dance: Complete Dogness

Theatre on the Run 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington, VA, United States

A family friendly performance about a dog with bad habits who learns new tricks. “The four women perform an energetic, muscular, almost gymnastic dance style, routinely lifting or supporting the spinning bodies of their cast mates. They seemingly have no fear as they dive for the floor and slide across it, or leap over one […]

$15

Jane Franklin Dance: EyeSoar

Theatre on the Run 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, Arlington, VA, United States

EyeSoar highlights the landscapes near 3700 S Four Mile Run Drive, a somewhat non-gentrified neighborhood that spans across Nelson Street, the footbridge and Jennie Dean Park and curves around to South Oakland Street. This area is a heavy utilized, an under recognized public site drawing bike path and recreation users, footbridge traffic and individuals to […]

$22

NSLM Community Day

National Sporting Library & Museum 102 The Plains Road, Middleburg, VA, United States

NSLM offers free admission the last Sunday of each month. Join us in April to see highlights from our permanent collection and temporary exhibitions! Exhibitions on view include: NSLMology: Science of Sporting Art (on view April 12 - September 15) Deconstructed: The NSLM Sporting Screen (on view April 12 - September 15)

Free

Beyond the Studio with Smithsonian Gardens

Luce Foundation Center, Smithsonian American Art Museum F St NW &, 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Hear from professionals who work in the arts, then sharpen your own creative skills with a hands-on activity related to the speaker’s expertise. Please register online at AmericanArt.si.edu/calendar ($10 materials fee).

$10

Profs & Pints: Pinball’s Wizardry

The Bier Baron Tavern 1523 22nd Street Northwest, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Pinball’s Wizardry,” with Adam Ruben, host of the Science Channel's Outrageous Acts of Science and author of Pinball Wizards: Jackpots, Drains, and the Cult of the […]

$2 – $12

The Muslim Women of Spoken Word – 2019

busboys and poets 1025 5th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Celebrate diversity and creativity of thought through diction in our 7th year presentation of The Muslim Women of Spoken Word. Join in the journey of a plethora of amazing spoken word artists from various cultural and geographical backgrounds who, although they are connected by the strings of Islam and gender, their experiences are radically different […]

$20.00

A Woman’s Journey – Greater Washington Area

Hyatt Regency Bethesda 1 Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, MD, United States

Walk through the doors of A Woman’s Journey. We urge you to come alone or with a friend or colleague. You will find it exhilarating, stimulating, empowering and for some, […]

$40

Profs & Pints: Bizarre Psychological Disorders

La Pop 1847 Columbia Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Profs and Pints presents: “Bizarre Psychological Disorders,” with Brian A. Sharpless, associate professor of clinical psychology at the American School of Professional Psychology and visiting research fellow at Goldsmiths University […]

$2 – $12

Ninth Annual Great Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show

Ritz-Carlton 3100 South Street NW, Washington, DC, United States

The Alzheimer’s Drug Discovery Foundation, with Neiman Marcus Tysons Galleria and Mazza Gallerie, cordially invite you to join us for the Ninth Annual Great Ladies Luncheon & Fashion Show featuring the Carolina Herrera Fall 2019 Collection. The Symposium to Conquer Alzheimer’s will precede the luncheon and will feature a panel of leading scientists led by […]

$500

RONNIE SPECTOR & THE RONETTES

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.

$50 – $55

Harpsichord Concert: Queen Elizabeth, Her Musicke

Woodend Mansion 8940 Jones Mill Road, Chevy Chase, MD

Enjoy a beautiful evening of 17th century English music performed on harpsichord, muselar and ottavino by acclaimed British keyboardist Colin Booth, a master of the genre. Featured are works by William Byrd who was central in developing an English national musical style, and Peter Philips, a gifted and prolific English composer of the period. Complimentary […]

$55

Drop-Off Unwanted Paint for FREE

DC Armory Lot 3 2001 E Capital Street SE, Washington, DC, United States

Who: Open to all residents and businesses living and operating in the District of Columbia. Sponsored by PaintCare, a non-profit stewardship organization running paint recycling programs across the country and […]

Free

Luce Unplugged: Backbeat Underground

Luce Foundation Center, Smithsonian American Art Museum F St NW &, 8th St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Luce Unplugged invites local musicians to perform after staff-led art talks. Libations and snacks available for purchase from an on-site bar. Talk at 5:30 p.m.; performance at 6 p.m. Backbeat Underground delivers energetic, improvised funk with soul and jazz influences.

Free

RONNIE SPECTOR & THE RONETTES

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

Few groups in history are capable of defining an entire era in pop music. With hits like “Be My Baby” and “Baby, I Love You,” Rock & Roll Hall of Famers Ronnie Spector & The Ronettes are one of those groups: the embodiment of the heart, soul, and passion of ‘60s female rock and roll.

$50 – $55

Opera Matinee

Duke Ellington School of the Arts

The Duke Ellington School of the Arts Vocal and Instrumental Departments will feature An Evening at the Opera on Saturday, May 4th. On Friday, May 3rd, at 10 AM they will present a shorter version of the show. The concert will feature senior vocalists in the Principal roles in various scenes from operas, along with […]

$5 – $15

Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) Market in Washington

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center 1300 Pennsylvania Ave., Washington, DC, United States

Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) Market continues to offer a wide range of fruits, flowers and vegetables from local farms, along with baked goods, coffee, ice cream and other specialty foods for Downtown DC.The market will have over 30 vendors this year – a mix of fan favorites and original CHoP vendors as well […]

May Art Walk in the Park

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Come join us for some refreshments while you walk around the park watching artists work. Along with the open studios, the Popcorn, Stone Tower, and Park View Galleries will be open as well. In addition to activities in our visual arts studios, the Washington Conservatory of Music presents a “Casual Concerts” series to coincide with […]

Free

Abstractly Speaking

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

Description: The Glen Echo Park Partnership is pleased to present “Abstractly Speaking,” featuring the work of six artists who paint together in the Advanced Acrylic Abstract Class at Glen Echo Park. The artists work in a creative and supportive environment, while listening to their own voices and following their own direction. They have all mastered […]

Free

Inspiring New Memories: Youth Art Exhibition

Glen Echo Park 7300 MacArthur Blvd Glen Echo, MD 20812 7300 MacArthur BLVD, Glen Echo, MD, United States

The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents “Inspiring New Memories: Youth Art Exhibition.” This exhibition is presented in celebration of the Partnership’s Inspiring New Memories Gala in the Park. Young artists portray their favorite experiences at Glen Echo Park through visual art and imagine new memories they would like to make. The exhibition includes a selection […]

Free

32nd Annual Evening of Comedy

The Barns at Wolf Trap 1635 Trap Road, Vienna, VA, United States

The Barns transforms into a comedy club for three performances of hilarious stand-up entertainment.

$25 – $28

12th Annual C&O Canal Pride Days at Great Falls Tavern

Great Falls Historic Tavern 11710 Macarthur Blvd., Po, MD, United States

Do you take pride in your neighborhood National Park, the C&O Canal? Show it off by volunteering for a day of restoration, revitalization, and fun during one of the C&O Canal Trust’s Canal Pride Days! Groups, families, individuals, and businesses are all welcome and encouraged to participate. This year’s projects will focus on helping the […]

Free

Children’s Book Illustrator and Painter Brittany N. Adams to Lead Paint and Sip for Fatherless Teen Girls May 4, 2019 in Washington, DC

New York Presbyterian Church 1313 New York Avenue NW, Washington, DC, United States

Esther Productions Inc. presents PaintSpiration: An Interactive Workshop designed for girls ages 13 through 17 on May 4, 2019 from 10:00am - 12:00pm at 1313 New York Avenue NW in Washington, D.C. featuring nationally known artist Brittany N. Adams, ATR, LPC. During the workshop, Ms. Adams will guide participants to completing a work of art. […]

$5.00

2019 National Math Festival

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Don’t miss the FREE 2019 National Math Festival, organized by the Mathematical Sciences Research Institute. This all-ages event brings today’s most fascinating mathematicians together for a variety of presentations, performances, short creative films, and hands-on puzzles, games, art-making, mathletic competitions, and more. See how math connects to what you love. Film animation? Pro football? Magic? […]

Free