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Events for Today May

  • Wed 23
  • Thurs 24
  • Fri 25
  • Sat 26
  • Sun 27
  • Mon 28
  • Tues 29

Today's Editors' Picks

  • Jessica van Brakle and Joshua Wade Smith - Exhibit
    Construction-inspired art by Jessica van Brakle, whose pictures feature tower cranes, and Joshua Wade Smith, whose sculptures often incorporate building material.
    Hamiltonian Gallery | Washington, DC
  • Unbuilt Washington - Exhibit
    An examination of what Washington, D.C., could have looked like if some of the proposed designs for its most prominent buildings were realized.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
  • Isis Ensembles Trio - Music Event
    "Chamber Music of Eastern Europe," featuring works by Rachmaninoff, Igor Stravinsky, Bohuslav Martinu, Bartok, and more
    Friendship Heights Village Center | Chevy Chase, MD
  • Wine Event - Food Event
    Rioja wines are paired with five Spanish tapas.
    Oceanaire Seafood Room | Washington, DC
  • Wine Tasting and Dinner - Food Event
    More than 30 Italian wines to try, followed by a five-course dinner at 8:15 p.m.
    Assaggi Osteria | McLean, VA
  • Pork and Pinot Wine Dinner - Food Event
    Five-course meal featuring ingredients from Bay Haven Farm in Round Hill, Va. At the Tysons Galleria, 3rd floor.
    Wildfire | McLean, VA
  • DJ Dabe Murphy - Miscellaneous Event
    Swing dance
    Nick's Nightclub | Alexandria, VA
  • Local Author Showcase - Book Event
    This event features Joanna Clark, Ruth Glick (pen name Rebecca York), Katherine Kenny, Cara Michele Nether, Eleanor Randrup and Chassie West, all of whom will chat about their writing, publishing tips and a Q&A, as well as sign copies of their books. Light refreshments will be served; call 410-313-7800 for details.
    Central Branch Library | Columbia, MD
  • Garrett Peck - Book Event
    The local writer discusses and signs his new illustrated book, "The Potomac River: A History and Guide."
    One More Page Books | Arlington, VA
  • Latin Flavor Appreciation Night - Miscellaneous Event
    WPFW personalities Jim Byers, Nancy Alonso, Tony Regusters and ZeZe play your favorites
    Artisphere | Arlington, VA

Highlighted Events: Thurs, May 24

  • Duvel Beer Night - Bar/Club Event
    After a hiatus, the beers of the Flemish Duvel brewery and its sister ales -- Duvel, De Koninck, Maredsous and Liefman's -- are all available in the U.S. again. They'll be celebrated at Bourbon in Adams Morgan, along with beers from Duvel's American partners Ommegang. Ten drafts will start flowing at 5 p.m., including De Koninck Tripel d’Anvers, Chouffe Biere du Soleil, Maredsous Tripel and Gnomeagang. They'll cost $7 each, and prizes will be raffled off at 8 and 11 p.m.
    Bourbon | Washington, DC
  • Shine & the Moonbeams - Music Event
    Singer/songwriter Shawana Kemp and guitarist John Heagle's songs for kids fill a musical void in children's music. Kids' tunes are often overrun with enough energy to launch a spaceship, but Shine & the Moonbeams bring a more laid-back approach to their melodies with soothing R&B and soul. Best for ages 2 to 6. At the Discovery Theater.
    Discovery Theater | Washington, DC
  • Jessica van Brakle and Joshua Wade Smith - Exhibit
    Construction-inspired art by Jessica van Brakle, whose pictures feature tower cranes, and Joshua Wade Smith, whose sculptures often incorporate building material.
    Hamiltonian Gallery | Washington, DC
  • Unbuilt Washington - Exhibit
    An examination of what Washington, D.C., could have looked like if some of the proposed designs for its most prominent buildings were realized.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
  • Fireside Stories at Ben Lomond - Miscellaneous Event
    Local historians discuss the world of Robert "Councilor" Carter III, one of the wealthiest men in Virginia.
    Ben Lomond Historic Site | Manassas, VA
  • Workhouse Farmers Market - Miscellaneous Event
    Visit the Workhouse Quad for local produce, meats, breads, and cheeses from Northern Virginia.
    Workhouse Arts Center | Lorton, VA
  • Eleanor Clift - Book Event
    The political pundit and journalist discusses and signs her new book, "Selecting a President" (written with Matthew Spieler).
    Politics & Prose Bookstore | Washington, DC
  • Washington Revels Heritage Voices - Music Event
    Performing songs from the Civil War era
    Fort Ward Park | Alexandria, VA
  • Salsa music by Sin Miedo - Music Event
    Take a blanket
    Farragut Park | Washington, DC
  • Classic Albums 1977 - Music Event
    Ken Wenzel performs Jackson Browne's "Running On Empty," Jon Kaplan performs Elvis Costello's "My Aim Is True," Addieville performs the Ramones' "Rocket to Russia," Rene Moffat performs Billy Joel's "The Stranger" Rachel Levitin and Dave Mallen perform Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" and Jason Mendelson and the Open Doors perform Steely Dan's "Aja." 8:30
    Iota Club & Cafe | Arlington, VA

Highlighted Events: Fri, May 25

  • Rocky Votolato, CALLmeKAT - Music Event
    His name makes him sound like a boxer, but he's really just a sensitive guy with a guitar and a knack for a good, heartfelt song.
    The Red Palace | Washington, DC
  • Chuck Prophet & the Mission Express - Music Event
    Veteran singer-songwriter is a minor god in the roots-rock pantheon and hits another creative peak with "Temple Beautiful," his new album that pays tribute to San Francisco.
    Iota Club & Cafe | Arlington, VA
  • Drake - Music Event
    The new face of hip-hop heads up the genre's biggest tour of the summer. With J. Cole, Waka Flocka Flame, Meek Mill, 2 Chainz, French Montana.
    Verizon Center | Washington, DC
  • Jessica van Brakle and Joshua Wade Smith - Exhibit
    Construction-inspired art by Jessica van Brakle, whose pictures feature tower cranes, and Joshua Wade Smith, whose sculptures often incorporate building material.
    Hamiltonian Gallery | Washington, DC
  • Unbuilt Washington - Exhibit
    An examination of what Washington, D.C., could have looked like if some of the proposed designs for its most prominent buildings were realized.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
  • Diverging Mediums: Photography vs. iPhoneography - Exhibit
    The exhibition pairs images shot on iPhones with ones from more traditional cameras and raises interesting questions: What makes a photograph art? When is a camera not a camera? And what is the definition of "artist"? Sometimes it's easy. The telltale square format and fake faded snapshot border of Therese Brown's untitled landscape, for instance, are a dead giveaway to the picture's Hipstamatic provenance. Other times, it's a little more tricky.
    Torpedo Factory Art Center | Alexandria, VA
  • Organist Wyatt Smith - Music Event
    Performing works by Komm Heiliger Geist, Herre Gott, J. S. Bach, Cesar Franck and Jehan Alain
    National City Christian Church | Washington, DC
  • Merrifield's Summer Social - Music Event
    Featuring Grime Syndicate, Supernova, Footwerk, No Lover
    Velvet Lounge | Washington, DC
  • Eighties Mayhem - Bar/Club Event
    Featuring DJs Steve EP, Missguided, Killa K and Krasty McNasty
    Black Cat | Washington, DC
  • Jesus Adrian Romero - Music Event
    At the Patriot Center.
    George Mason University - Patriot Center | Fairfax, VA

Highlighted Events: Sat, May 26

  • Shine & the Moonbeams - Music Event
    Singer/songwriter Shawana Kemp and guitarist John Heagle's songs for kids fill a musical void in children's music. Kids' tunes are often overrun with enough energy to launch a spaceship, but Shine & the Moonbeams bring a more laid-back approach to their melodies with soothing R&B and soul. Best for ages 2 to 6.
    Jammin' Java | Vienna, VA
  • Zou Bisou Bisou - Bar/Club Event
    The French Embassy and Brightest Young Things team up for an enchanting evening of DJs, live music, comedy, burlesque and cocktails. Admission is open to everyone 18 and over.
    La Maison Francaise - Embassy of France | Washington, DC
  • Rapunzel - Performing Arts
    Stuck up in a remote tower and guarded by a witch, Rapunzel doesn't know what she is missing until a prince stumbles onto the scene. But this familiar tale has a slightly different twist: the witch isn't all that evil. In fact she is simply protecting Rapunzel from the evils of the world outside like any good parent. And like any true 16-year-old, Rapunzel is eager to see the world beyond her tower.
    Imagination Stage | Bethesda, MD
  • Delaplane Strawberry Festival - Miscellaneous Event
    This annual festival celebrates the tragically short local strawberry season with a weekend of fun in the country: On tap are children's games, a petting zoo, hayrides and concerts, and food vendors selling crab cakes, funnel cake and strawberry sundaes. The only thing missing? Strawberry-picking. All the berries are pre-picked and ready for snacking.
    Sky Meadows State Park | Delaplane, VA
  • Jessica van Brakle and Joshua Wade Smith - Exhibit
    Construction-inspired art by Jessica van Brakle, whose pictures feature tower cranes, and Joshua Wade Smith, whose sculptures often incorporate building material.
    Hamiltonian Gallery | Washington, DC
  • Unbuilt Washington - Exhibit
    An examination of what Washington, D.C., could have looked like if some of the proposed designs for its most prominent buildings were realized.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
  • Diverging Mediums: Photography vs. iPhoneography - Exhibit
    The exhibition pairs images shot on iPhones with ones from more traditional cameras and raises interesting questions: What makes a photograph art? When is a camera not a camera? And what is the definition of "artist"? Sometimes it's easy. The telltale square format and fake faded snapshot border of Therese Brown's untitled landscape, for instance, are a dead giveaway to the picture's Hipstamatic provenance. Other times, it's a little more tricky.
    Torpedo Factory Art Center | Alexandria, VA
  • Pete Earley - Book Event
    The award-winning journalist discusses his book "Crazy: A Father's Search Through America's Mental Health Madness," followed by a book sale and signing. The program is part of the Loudoun County Library's Mental Health Awareness Month programs.
    Eastern Loudoun Regional Library | Sterling, VA
  • Cooking Class - Miscellaneous Event
    Learn to make pasta and pasta sauces with chef Enzo Fargione. Includes lunch with wine.
    Elisir | Washington, DC
  • Wine Tasting - Miscellaneous Event
    Featuring wines to pair with grilled meat.
    The Butcher's Block | Alexandria, VA

Highlighted Events: Sun, May 27

  • SpeakEasy - Performing Arts
    If you're spending Sunday nights at home in your jammies watching "Mad Men," here's a reason -- better yet, three -- to program the DVR: cocktails, a disco ball and one female impersonator who, if you close your eyes, you'd swear was Billie Holiday.
    L'Enfant | Washington, DC
  • Delaplane Strawberry Festival - Miscellaneous Event
    This annual festival celebrates the tragically short local strawberry season with a weekend of fun in the country: On tap are children's games, a petting zoo, hayrides and concerts, and food vendors selling crab cakes, funnel cake and strawberry sundaes. The only thing missing? Strawberry-picking. All the berries are pre-picked and ready for snacking.
    Sky Meadows State Park | Delaplane, VA
  • Unbuilt Washington - Exhibit
    An examination of what Washington, D.C., could have looked like if some of the proposed designs for its most prominent buildings were realized.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
  • Jessica van Brakle and Joshua Wade Smith - Exhibit
    Construction-inspired art by Jessica van Brakle, whose pictures feature tower cranes, and Joshua Wade Smith, whose sculptures often incorporate building material.
    Hamiltonian Gallery | Washington, DC
  • Diverging Mediums: Photography vs. iPhoneography - Exhibit
    The exhibition pairs images shot on iPhones with ones from more traditional cameras and raises interesting questions: What makes a photograph art? When is a camera not a camera? And what is the definition of "artist"? Sometimes it's easy. The telltale square format and fake faded snapshot border of Therese Brown's untitled landscape, for instance, are a dead giveaway to the picture's Hipstamatic provenance. Other times, it's a little more tricky.
    Torpedo Factory Art Center | Alexandria, VA
  • Laurel bird walk - Miscellaneous Event
    A guided hike through the refuge; take binoculars and field guides. At the North Tract.
    Patuxent Wildlife Research Center | Laurel, MD
  • Nate Foley - Music Event
    At the Millennium Stage.
    Millennium Stage - The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
  • Stacy Brooks - Miscellaneous Event
    Blues dance. At the Ballroom Annex.
    Glen Echo Park | Glen Echo, MD
  • The Phillips Camerata - Music Event
    The Camerata performs works by Shostakovich and Schumann in the final concert of the season.
    Phillips Collection | Washington, DC
  • Terpsichore - Miscellaneous Event
    Contra and square dance. Lesson at 7. At the Spanish Ballroom.
    Glen Echo Park Spanish Ballroom | Glen Echo, MD

Highlighted Events: Mon, May 28

  • Jessica van Brakle and Joshua Wade Smith - Exhibit
    Construction-inspired art by Jessica van Brakle, whose pictures feature tower cranes, and Joshua Wade Smith, whose sculptures often incorporate building material.
    Hamiltonian Gallery | Washington, DC
  • Unbuilt Washington - Exhibit
    An examination of what Washington, D.C., could have looked like if some of the proposed designs for its most prominent buildings were realized.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
  • Diverging Mediums: Photography vs. iPhoneography - Exhibit
    The exhibition pairs images shot on iPhones with ones from more traditional cameras and raises interesting questions: What makes a photograph art? When is a camera not a camera? And what is the definition of "artist"? Sometimes it's easy. The telltale square format and fake faded snapshot border of Therese Brown's untitled landscape, for instance, are a dead giveaway to the picture's Hipstamatic provenance. Other times, it's a little more tricky.
    Torpedo Factory Art Center | Alexandria, VA
  • Math Alive! - Exhibit
    Math can be a tough sell for kids, but once they're able to see its application beyond the calculator, there's a whole new world of possibilities. Aimed at older elementary school and middle school students, MathAlive! uses interactive workstations and consoles to show how the fields of action sports, video games, entertainment, fashion and music all rely on numbers.
    S. Dillon Ripley Center - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
  • Eli Cook - Miscellaneous Event
    Blues dance. At the Ballroom Annex.
    Glen Echo Park | Glen Echo, MD
  • The National Memorial Day Parade - Miscellaneous Event
    This year's official National Memorial Day Parade honors the generation of veterans who served in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation New Dawn in Iraq over the past decade. All veterans of Iraq are invited to participate.
    Constitution Avenue Between Seventh and 17th Streets NW | Washington, DC
  • Lady Luck and the Suicide Kings - Miscellaneous Event
    Swing dance. Lesson at 5. At the Millennium Stage.
    Millennium Stage - The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
  • U.S. Air Force Concert Band - Music Event
    With soloists from the Singing Sargeants
    Air Force Memorial | Arlington, VA
  • First Exhibit - Exhibit
    Recent paintings by Jonathan Ege and Rosanne Grolman. At the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery.
    Yellow Barn Studio at Glen Echo | Glen Echo, MD
  • Hometown Holidays - Miscellaneous Event
    Does the name Rockville conjure visions of traffic jams and long lines at chain stores? Change that the city's annual Hometown Holidays celebration Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 10 p.m. While dozens of concerts and shows play on eight stages across the Rockville Town Center, nearly 20 of the city's restaurants, from barbecue to baguettes, serve up samples ($1.25 per ticket) at the Taste of Rockville. Other events include a craft festival, games and activities for children and a Memorial Day parade Monday from 9 a.m. to noon complete with marching bands and firetrucks.
    Rockville Town Center | Rockville, MD

Highlighted Events: Tues, May 29

  • Diverging Mediums: Photography vs. iPhoneography - Exhibit
    The exhibition pairs images shot on iPhones with ones from more traditional cameras and raises interesting questions: What makes a photograph art? When is a camera not a camera? And what is the definition of "artist"? Sometimes it's easy. The telltale square format and fake faded snapshot border of Therese Brown's untitled landscape, for instance, are a dead giveaway to the picture's Hipstamatic provenance. Other times, it's a little more tricky.
    Torpedo Factory Art Center | Alexandria, VA
  • Math Alive! - Exhibit
    Math can be a tough sell for kids, but once they're able to see its application beyond the calculator, there's a whole new world of possibilities. Aimed at older elementary school and middle school students, MathAlive! uses interactive workstations and consoles to show how the fields of action sports, video games, entertainment, fashion and music all rely on numbers.
    S. Dillon Ripley Center - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
  • Steve Winwood, Bobby Long - Music Event
    At the Filene Center.
    Wolf Trap - Filene Center | Vienna, VA
  • NYU Veterans Writing Workshop - Performing Arts
    At the Millennium Stage.
    Millennium Stage - The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
  • Duo Marchand - Music Event
    English theorboist Any Rutherford, soprano and harpist Marcia Young and Baroque flutist and soprano and Ruth Cunningham perform
    Church of the Epiphany | Washington, DC
  • Exploring Worlds - Exhibit
    Photographs by Avner Ofer and handbags by Daphne Nadler
    Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia | Fairfax, VA
  • Get Real - Exhibit
    Paintings of realistic cityscapes by Glenn Moreton
    Gallery 555dc | Washington, DC
  • Jeremiah Stermer - Exhibit
    Works by the self-taught painter
    Marin-Price Galleries | Chevy Chase, MD
  • Landmarks & Landscapes of the Washington, DC Area - Exhibit
    Photographs by members of the North Bethesda Camera Club.
    River Road Unitarian Church | Bethesda, MD
  • Free Wine Tasting - Bar/Club Event
    Let an expert guide you through free tastings of two wines every Tuesday night at Bistrot Lepic. No, there's no catch.
    Bistrot Lepic | Washington, DC
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