Tony Award-winning musical An American in Paris makes its D.C. premiere at the Kennedy Center’s Opera House this Tuesday, December 12. The critically-acclaimed show tells the story of a romance between an American soldier and French woman in Paris during the aftermath of World War II and features the music of George and Ira Gershwin. … Read More
DC/MD/VA Events
Winterwilds Market at Park Potomac This Weekend
This Saturday & Sunday, Park Potomac presents Winterwilds, a unique indoor holiday market that features 50+ vendors, including independent and emerging brands, designers, and small businesses. With uniquely curated items spanning numerous retail categories—apparel, accessories, home goods, artisanal packaged foods & more—Winterwilds has something for everyone on your holiday shopping list! The event will also … Read More
The City of Gaithersburg’s Winter Lights Festival
The City of Gaithersburg is welcoming visitors for its 22nd annual Winter Lights Festival, a spectacular display of lights at Seneca Creek State Park open nightly November 24 through December 31. Enjoy an enchanting 3.5-mile drive through the park and take in 380+ illuminated displays and 65 animated vignettes with themed areas including Winter Woods, … Read More
Giving Tuesday: 5 D.C.-Area Volunteer Opportunities
Organization: Miriam’s Kitchen Mission: To end chronic homelessness in the district by providing high-quality, nutritious meals; social services; and other short-term assistance. Service Opportunity: Volunteers can prepare or serve meals or provide other services such as writing resumes, distributing toiletries, fulfilling clothing orders, and more. Call 202-452-8926. Organization: Animal Welfare League of Alexandria Mission: To … Read More
DC Cocktail Week: November 13-19
DC Cocktail Week, produced by the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington, kicks off this Monday and features specialty food-and-cocktail pairings by the region’s best mixologists! Participating locations can be found throughout DC, MD & VA: BaBa (Clarendon, VA) Bar Dupont (Dupont Circle, DC) Benjamin Bar & Lounge (Downtown DC) Cedar (Penn Quarter, DC) Charlie Palmer Steak … Read More
Barre3 Canned Food Drive
Barre3, a barre workout studio with locations in DC & VA, will be hosting its annual canned food drive from November 16th through the 23rd. In exchange for three canned goods, you get a free workout at any Barre3! The canned goods will be donated to Martha’s Table, a D.C. nonprofit whose mission is to … Read More
Holiday Market This Weekend at Strathmore!
This Thursday, November 9 through Sunday, November 12, visit the Mansion at Strathmore to shop for unique holiday gifts from area museum and nonprofit organizations, including: Audubon Naturalist Society Brookside Gardens The Jewish Museum of Maryland The George Washington University Museum & Textile Museum Glen Echo Park Galleries Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens Imagination Stage … Read More
3 Fun Events Around D.C. This Weekend
Art on Tap 2017 Visit Alexandria’s Torpedo Art Factory Center to hear live music, sample craft beers from local breweries, and enjoy appetizers from restaurants such as Clyde’s and Pizzeria Paradiso. Proceeds from the event support the Art League’s programming efforts and ticket holders will receive a take-home Art on Tap beer tasting glass. Tickets … Read More
Bethesda/Rockville Toys & Clothes Drive
The Original Pancake House, located at 7703 Woodmont Avenue and 12224 Rockville Pike, is currently collecting new and gently used coats, hoodies, gloves, and hats to distribute during their annual Christmas Day Breakfast for members of our community in need. They are also collecting new toys to distribute to over 250 children who attend the … Read More
Best Virginia Wine Country Destinations
The fall is a great time to escape the city for a weekend getaway to the Virginia wineries, which offer stunning views, fine dining, family fun, and, of course, fabulous wine tastings. Below are some local favorites by region: Northern Virginia: Bluemont Vineyards Tarara Willowcroft Farm Central Virginia: Pippin Hill Barboursville Stinson Vineyards Tidewater/Eastern Shore: … Read More