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The circus-style dog show takes the stage. Rockville Town Square Maryland Avenue and E. Middle Lane, Rockville, MD

Birchmere Music Hall 3701 Mt. Vernon Ave., Alexandria, VA | 703-549-7500

At the Filene Center. Wolf Trap - Filene Center 1551 Trap Rd., Vienna, VA | 703-255-1900

Vs. the Atlanta Braves Nationals Park 1500 South Capitol St. SE, Washington, DC | 202-675-6287

Site-specific installations by Mariah Anne Johnson and John Watson Carroll Square Gallery 975 F St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-624-8643

Timed to coincide with the sesquicentennial of the Civil War and Emancipation, the museum showcases Eastman Johnson's "A Ride for Liberty-The Fugitive Slaves, March 2, 1862", in addition to 29 paintings, sculpture, and rare books. Virginia Museum of Fine Arts 200 North Boulevard, Richmond, VA | 804-340-1400

This event is the most family-friendly and convenient of the summertime military traditions. Spread out a blanket to watch members of the Silent Drill Platoon spin and toss their rifles and listen to the Marine Band and the Drum and Bugle Corps, all with the iconic Marine Corps War Memorial in the background. No reservations are needed. Marine Corps Memorial N. Meade Street, Arlington, VA

The Brightest Young Things Bentzen Ball comedy festival has featured Sarah Silverman and Patton Oswalt. Now comes Live From the Lab, a curated lineup of local comics trying out new material. To participate: E-mail bentzenball@brightestyoungthings.com at least a week in advance. Velvet Lounge 915 U St. NW, Washington, DC

This proving ground is so popular that tickets go on sale in the bookstore at 10 a.m. The audience is treated to fiery slam poetry, heartfelt spoken word, even rap and live music. To participate: Purchase a wristband on the day of the event. Busboys and Poets 2021 14th St. NW, Washington, DC | 202-387-7638

Screenprint and digital hybrids by Winston Harris University of Maryland University College 3501 University Blvd., College Park, MD | 800-888-8682