Weekend Picks – Page 11

Weekend picks in and around Washington, DC

June 18, 2021

24 ways to Commemorate Juneteenth this weekend, thanks to Washingtonian.

A few summer camps still have openings! Hirshhorn Kids Summer at Home has extended their registration deadline to this Monday if an at-home art camp interests your kids.

After a 15-month closure, The Avalon Theatre is beyond thrilled to announce that they are open to the public. They’re taking a cautious, conservative approach when it comes to health and safety measures, including limited capacity, reserved seating, and mask requirements. More can be learned about these measures here. They will also continue the popular Virtual Cinema program, with many films being available both in theaters and online.

How fun is this? YardWork Concerts supports full-time, working jazz musicians who had to suspend their live performances this past year. The only place they could legally and safely play was outside on private property. They’ve now held over 80 concerts in yards in Tenleytown, Palisades and other neighborhoods. Here’s a recent piece in dcist about YardWork Concerts. If you’re interested in having a wonderful jazz or bluegrass concert in your backyard or front porch, contact Michael

Washington National’s are hosting the Mets this weekend with 4 games. Sunday’s game is a kids hooded t-shirt promotion in addition to celebrating Father’s Day.

Our area has so many great options when it comes to summertime movies and music!

Saturday

10:00am: Illumination presents Saturday Morning Minions
Join Illumination every Saturday for the next 40 Saturdays for its first original digital series. To watch, follow Illumination on Facebook & Instagram and turn on post notifications to catch every episode.

10:30am-4:00pm: B&O Railroad Museum Community Days
This summer, join Community Days at the B&O! They’re thankful for the opportunity to offer free Museum admission on Sat, June 19, and Sundays, July 18 & August 8, so members of the community can enjoy special programs, tours, kids activities, and free train rides at the B&O. The focus of our B&O Community Days is the B&O Street Art Project, which selected local four street artists to design murals on the theme of connectedness and paint them onto a caboose here at the Museum. During the first Community Day on Sat, June 19, they’re proudly unveiling the results of a Street Art Project with an art exhibit reception, and on Sundays, July 18 & August 8, visitors will get to attend Artist Talks to hear from the artists about the process of designing and creating these incredible works of art. All day: Pavilion Games, Snack, and Art Activities. 10:30-11 AM: Juneteenth “From Slavery to Civil Rights” Junior Tour 11:30-12 PM: Train Ride (free while supplies last) 1-1:30 PM: Train Ride (free while supplies last) 2-2:30 PM: Juneteenth “From Slavery to Civil Rights” Public Tour 2:30-4 PM: Art Opening Reception & Artist Talk

11:00am-3:00pm: Carousel Family Day at Glen Echo
The second Carousel Family Day will be held on the grounds of Glen Echo Park as CHALK THE PARK! Participants will be given a designated 5′ x 5′ square, spread out on the grounds, to create their own chalk art. Chalk will be provided! Draw your family or friends, aspects of the Park you enjoy, or the carousel – it is up to you! Participants and the public will also be able to watch three professional chalk artists from CHALK R!OT create their masterpieces in celebration of the Carousel’s 100th Anniversary. This is a FREE activity and open to all, but due to limited available asphalt areas they will not be able to accommodate everyone. Pre-registration is required! Register here!

11:00am & 1:00pm: Father’s Day at The Lane
Dads love their kids. They also love cheesy jokes, cold beers, and spending time alone with their friends. Give them everything they love this Father’s Day. Bring the kids to The Lane while you send dad off to Atlas Brew Works, where The Lane has tables reserved.

5:00pm-7:00pm: Pizza on the Farm
Head to Calleva for pizza, drinks, dessert and ziplines on Fridays and Saturdays through October. This is a great opportunity to wander the farm. Families are welcome.

6:00pm-9:00pm: Craft Beer Festival at Mt Vernon
Experience Mount Vernon after-hours and taste beers from across the region. Your ticket includes a commemorative tasting cup and 8 tasting tickets. Additional tastings are available to purchase on-site.

9:00pm: Washington National Cathedral Juneteenth Lighting for Freedom and Justice
Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. This year Washington National Cathedral will light the west façade in celebration and in honor of Juneteenth.

Sunday

Celebrate Dad at a brewery! We have rounded up plenty of breweries with outdoor space for kids to roam.

9:00am (other times for various events): Great Country Farm Father’s Day Fish-a-Rama and live music
Treat Dad to a day of catch-and-release fishing! Compete in a Fish-a-Rama contest, fishing for bass and bluegill in a stocked pond. Prizes are on the line for the largest fish caught between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and for the most fish caught during the power hour from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Bring your own pole and gear to fish (no drag hooks) and they will have worms for sale with your contest entry! Tickets are $17.00 per guest 21+ and $15.00 per guest under 21. Tickets include admission to the fishing contest and admission to Great Country Farms for the day. Guests must have a ticket to enter the event area surrounding the pond. The kitchen will be serving up Breakfast Bird Bites. While celebrating, enjoy live music on our outdoor patio from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

2:00pm: Adventure Theatre Celebrates Father’s Day with Dad Jokes
This Father’s Day, join Adventure Theatre for a series of knee-slapping and eyeroll-inducing jokes from Dad Jokester extraordinaire Tom Schruben and our resident Dad Bard Leon Seemann. Tom is best known across the whole DMV for coverage in the Washington Post of his dad jokes during COVID. Tune in to see if that joke about chemistry really gets a reaction after all! This digital feature begins at 2PM ET on Sunday on Facebook-live.

12:00pm & 5:00pm: Laurie Berkner Family Concerts: Father’s Day Party!
Two LIVE, Interactive, Virtual Performances
Legendary children’s musician Laurie Berkner invites everyone to join her at two LIVE Virtual Family Concerts on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 20 at 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Laurie’s concert website: HERE. For double the fun, a family ticket grants admission to one or both livestreams.

Weekend picks in and around Washington, DC

May 7, 2021

Ongoing-
For a few ways to spend Mother’s Day this weekend, we love the list we created of things to do if you stayed local for Spring Break. It is a perfect mix of outdoor and adventure with some great adult options as well.

Georgetown Glow is another event we plan to cross off our Spring bucket list soon. Taking place from April 9-June 27 it is sure to be a must-see for everyone this spring as it takes place outdoors throughout Georgetown. It is the region’s only free curated outdoor public light art experience. Established in 2014, the innovative exhibition has quickly become one of DC’s most anticipated events each year. The 7th edition of GLOW is an extended, two-part series featuring a total of eight art works, including six by local DC artists, to ensure a safer and more comfortable visitor experience. Plan to head back this summer. Following Spring GLOW, visitors are invited back for Summer GLOW featuring three artworks that will transform Georgetown’s public alleys, July 2–September 26.

Don’t delay! Only a few performances of Spy Academy from Imagination Stage left. Saturday, May 8: 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m.Sunday, May 9: 1:00 p.m.The show concludes in two weekends. For a limited time for $5 off you can use the code: cadet5

Remake Learning Days Across America is an innovative learning festival for families and youth! Taking root in 17+ regions, these hands-on and engaging events are designed for kids of all ages at libraries, schools, tech centers, museums, play spaces, community centers and more. Explore from April 22 – May 23, 2021. Select our region from the drop-down to see the events taking place near you!

Drive-in’s are the new way to see movies thanks to the pandemic and our area has a few! DC Party Box and Capitol Riverfront both have flicks playing this weekend.

Saturday–
9:30am: Carousel Story Time (virtual)
Kicking off this weekend with A Carousel Tale by Elisa Kleven. Says Kleven. You can watch Carousel Story Time our Glen Echo’s website and on their YouTube channel! Carousel Story Time is presented in collaboration with the Puppet Co.

10:00am: InterAct Story Theatre: KidStory Theatre Festival @ Home
This year’s KidStory Theatre Festival runs all month long! Throughout the month, InterAct artists share their interpretations of some of the fabulous stories written by kids for kids in the KidStory Theatre creative writing and drama program. All Wheaton Family Theatre Series events are FREE and open to the public! Each program will stream on their Facebook page at and their Youtube channel at each Saturday at 10 a.m. beginning May 8.

1:00pm-4:00pm: Brookland Arts Walk Art Hop
Just in time for Mother’s Day! The Arts Walk is home to 27 art studios producing a diverse range of art and craft including fine art, photography, sculpture, furniture, pottery, jewelry, candles, beauty goods, art prints, paper goods, and more! It’s the perfect place to find the most unique Mother’s Day gifts this year. There will also be a dance performance, maker pop-ups, specials, and more.

2:30pm-3:30pm: Nature: Prints, Paintings & Processes at Robinson Nature Center
Join Visual Artist Beth Yashnyk on an exciting examination of nature and art! From fun scavenger hunts around the Nature Center’s grounds to experimental printmaking and painting projects, explore the many qualities that make natural materials the perfect tools for creating works of art. The world around us is beautiful, so why not use it to create something stunning?! Families with children Pre-Kindergarten – Grade 5

Saturday & Sunday Pizzeria Paradiso in Spring Valley and Hyattsville–
Love your Mom with a gift of nature and nourishment from Pizzeria Paradiso and Grounded Plants. Your Mom’s favorite pizza and salad (or $25 Pizzeria Paradiso gift certificate) and a choice of houseplant from our friends at Grounded Plants make up this delicious and delightful gift package. Mother’s Day Artful Eats: Art Works Now and Pizzeria Paradiso bring you a DIY Mother’s Day gift collaboration. Eat Your pizza and design a jewelry tray out of clay! All ages are welcome. Nourish your creativity and belly and make a gift for Mom!

Sunday- Happy Mother’s Day!
Send Mom away to Sip & Paint at the Omni Shoreham
Take a cruise and have brunch along the Potomac
Queen for the day with tea at The Fairmont
Tidal Basin pedal boating and swan boat tickets or head to one of these boathouses for some Spring & Summer kayaking: Ballpark Boathouse, Fletcher’s Boathouse, Mariner Sailing School, The Wharf

Make a donation to DC Diaper Bank and support other Mom’s

Recent posts:
Cicada fun for the family
15 family friendly hikes
Pool toys!
Outdoor swimming pools
Trains and Carousels

Plan ahead:
A Day Out With Thomas at B&O Railroad Museum: May 14-16 & 21-23

Weekend picks in and around Washington, DC

April 23, 2021

Georgetown Glow is another event we plan to cross off our Spring bucket list soon. Taking place from April 9-June 27 it is sure to be a must-see for everyone this spring as it takes place outdoors throughout Georgetown. It is the region’s only free curated outdoor public light art experience. Established in 2014, the innovative exhibition has quickly become one of DC’s most anticipated events each year. The 7th edition of GLOW is an extended, two-part series featuring a total of eight art works, including six by local DC artists, to ensure a safer and more comfortable visitor experience. Plan to head back this summer. Following Spring GLOW, visitors are invited back for Summer GLOW featuring three artworks that will transform Georgetown’s public alleys, July 2–September 26.

The National Museum of the American Indian has a virtual ongoing virtual festival through April 25 to celebrate Earth Day. The Living Earth Festival, a signature annual event at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, is going virtual in 2021. Stream this online experience on demand over four days. Presentations will explore agricultural trends, innovations, and sustainability in Native communities with a focus on Native agricultural businesses.

Saturday
9:30am: Carousel Story Time (virtual)
Kicking off this weekend with A Carousel Tale by Elisa Kleven. Says Kleven. You can watch Carousel Story Time our Glen Echo’s website and on their YouTube channel! Carousel Story Time is presented in collaboration with the Puppet Co.

9:30am: Saturday Morning Live!
Saturday Morning Live! At The National invites you to join for the final series of episodes in the first virtual season: Paige and Gonzo. Two fan favorites from this season are back! Paige Hernandez and David Gonzalez will each present one episode and combine their artistic styles for a finale episode you won’t want to miss!

12:00pm-2:00pm: Washington Nationals and Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation Department to Host Drive-Thru PLAY BALL Event
The Washington Nationals and Prince George’s County Parks and Recreation Department will host a drive-thru PLAY BALL event at Fletcher’s Field on Kenilworth Ave. in Riverdale, Maryland. To help encourage and promote youth baseball and softball participation, the Nationals and their mascot, Screech, will give away free plastic bats, balls, and other Nationals goodies to young fans within the D.C. metro area.

Sunday
10:00am: Wild Child Hike
This isn’t your average walk in the woods. Scamper like a squirrel, balance like a billy goat, and run like a rabbit through the park. We’ll be on and off the trail as we go on a hiking adventure. Wear shoes and clothes you don’t mind getting dirty. Be sure to sign up 24 hours ahead so we can contact you with the meeting location. Intended for ages 4 – 12yrs.

2:00pm: Magic Show + Cake Pop Class (virtual)
Join Baked by Yael for two hours of fun! First, it’s the magic show that happens in your hands performed by acclaimed Chicago magician Scott Green, followed by a cakepop class taught by Yael Krigman of the world famous Baked by Yael bakery in Washington, D.C. It’s all live on Zoom, and it’s all very interactive.

Recent posts:
Outdoor swimming pools
Trains

Plan ahead:
A Day Out With Thomas at B&O Railroad Museum: May 14-16 & 21-23

Weekend and Easter picks in and around Washington, DC

April 2, 2021

It is Easter weekend and looks like a warm one, despite today’s temps. Here is a post where you will find all things Easter around our area both in-person and virtual events.

There are still blooms on the cherry blossom trees! We love finding neighborhoods and parks that have these cherry blossoms throughout; avoiding a trip downtown. This post has 10 alternatives to heading to the Tidal Basin.

Dino Safari is at National Harbor through April 11. It is a fun and educational drive-thru experience that features 40 full-size animatronic museum-quality dinosaurs you can experience from the comfort and safety of your vehicle and is invading National Harbor!

Third Outdoors Noyes StoryWalk® to Feature Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea
Families are invited to read the book Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea by Meena Harris on posted signs as they stroll through a garden setting in Kensington. The third Noyes StoryWalk®, presented by the Noyes Children’s Library Foundation in collaboration with the Town of Kensington, will be available for self-guided exploration through April 10, 2021, at Clum-Kennedy Park (10298 Frederick Ave., Kensington, MD 20895). A free craft kit related to Kamala and Maya’s Big Idea will be available for pick up in a box outside the Noyes Library for Young Children (10237 Carroll Place, Kensington, MD 20895) on Saturdays and Sundays (9am to 4pm) for the duration of the StoryWalk® (except in inclement weather).

Don’t forget to check into spring break camps if you are staying local.

NEWS! The National Building Museum is opening April 9 after a 16-month closure due to restoration work and the COVID-19 pandemic.

Weekend picks in and around Washington, DC

March 12, 2021

This marks a year of everyone pivoting and adapting as our lives changed pretty fast. Hopefully this finds you well and optimistic for the future. I’m appreciative to those who have stuck around this past year– I look forward to sharing family-friendly events throughout our city as they slowly return. Speaking of returning, many summer camps will return in-person and they are selling out quickly!

April 9, 2020 she was missing her friends so much

The Station at Riverdale Park has something for every member of the family. From riding along the Rhode Island Avenue Trolley Trail, to a scavenger hunt for all of the unique art on the property, like this sparkly blue bear at the center of Bear Square, and active programming like outdoor concerts throughout the year, weekends at The Station are filled with family fun and bonding. Less than one mile from the Riverdale Park MARC station and about a 30-minute drive from the heart of Washington, DC, The Station will feel like a weekend getaway without the hassle of traveling. We have many outdoor options listed on our site in addition to this outing.

Saturday 9:30am: Saturday Morning at National Theatre: Once Upon a Zoom from Arts on the Horizon
The Saturday Morning Live! At The National program is celebrating its 40^th anniversary this year and has delighted children for years with performances designed to engage and inspire the young mind. Virtual performances by nationally known educators and artists encourage children to look outside their communities and discover a world of wonder. New episodes premiere every other Saturday at 9:30 AM via Facebook Premiere. This programming is best suited for children 4-10 years, but siblings and friends of other ages are always welcome to join the fun.

Saturday 2:00pm-4:00pm: Washington Nationals to Host PLAY BALL Youth Baseball and Softball Drive-Thru Event
The Washington Nationals and Major League Baseball will host a drive-thru PLAY BALL event at Matthews Memorial Baptist Church on Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE in Ward 8. To help encourage and promote youth baseball and softball participation, the Nationals and their mascot, Screech, will give away free plastic bats, balls, and other Nationals goodies to young fans within the D.C. area. This event is part of MLB’s PLAY BALL at Home initiative, encouraging fans to stay safe at home while finding creative ways to participate in youth baseball and softball activities.

Saturday 2:00pm-4:00pm: Rally to reopen DC Schools
Join at Mayor Bowser’s office to demand:
-A vaccine–now–for all teachers who want one
-An in-person education, with a teacher, for all families who want it at the start of Term 4 in mid-April
-Sensible safety guidelines that follow the CDC while still allowing a return to the classroom
-A commitment to regular school–5 days a week, in person, with a teacher in a classroom–starting from Day 1 of the 2021-2022 school year, for every DC schoolchild who wants one RSVP here

Sunday 12:00pm-4:00pm: Pi(e) Day at Maryland Science Center
Celebrate the most mathematically delicious day of the year at the Maryland Science Center! Pi(e) Day is a celebration of the mathematical constant Pi (∏), a number used to calculate the circumference of a circle, and also a celebration of the sweet, circular baked dessert! Circle up for a well rounded day of endless fun. Get creative with circle art, launch pizza pie toppings with catapults, watch pie fall from the sky, and so much more. Plus, take a free slice of pie from Dangerously Delicious Pies for the road! Can’t make it to the Science Center for Pi(e) Day this year? Join the celebration online!

Sunday 2:00pm: Celebremos Nuestras Historias con Andrea Sarralde y Claudia Yelin
Celebrate finding your place in the world with Adventure Theatre! Tune in on Facebook-live for story time with Claudia Yelin, author of De Aquí Para Allá, and a surprise special guest!

Have a dog? Don’t you wish there was a place for you to meet up with your best friends where you can bring along your dog AND enjoy a beer (or coffee) all at the same time? Enter Bark Social! Maryland’s first dog bar has found its home at Pike & Rose.

Don’t forget about Daylight Savings this weekend!

Plan ahead:
March 15 at 1:00pm: Mo Willems LUNCH DOODLES Special Episode to Mark One Year Since the Series Debut
A Special LUNCH DOODLES with Mo Willems, marking one year since the debut of the popular series. To mark this significant moment, Mo and the Kennedy Center are releasing a special new “Episode 00” of LUNCH DOODLES, inviting everyone back into his studio to doodle, reflect on the past year, and create art together. “

March 18 – April 11: Dino Safari drive-through experience at National Harbor
More than 40 giant dinosaurs will fill the parking lot at National Harbor, transforming into a Dino Safari. A fun and educational nearly 60-minute drive through experience with audio narration.

March 20: Ice Yards is back in a brand new way and it’s coming to your favorite neighborhood restaurants down at The Yards. Participating restaurants will have an Ice Yards Outpost set up for you to enjoy!

Weekend picks in and around Washington, DC

February 12, 2021

It is not too late to get some amazing chocolate, even if you don’t like to celebrate Valentine’s Day; you deserve good chocolate!! Plan ahead to President’s Day {before we publish our post} and Monday you can visit Mount Vernon free of charge to celebrate George Washington’s birthday. Or check out some great places to ski that only require a day trip.

Friday

4:00pm-4:30pm & 4:30pm-5:00pm: Valentine’s Cupcake Decorating at American Girl Store
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with sweet treats! Your girl will love adding her own special touches to girl- and doll-sized cupcakes with plenty of frosting and sprinkles to make them extra special!

5:00pm-6:00pm: Valentine’s Kids Night In with My Gym
A special one-hour “evening” event where kids will spend time together on Zoom enjoying fun games and activities with their favorite teachers. Sign up online HERE.

Saturday

10:00am: Lunar New Year Virtual Celebration
Ring in the Year of the Ox! Celebrate the Lunar New Year online with the Smithsonian American Art Museum, the Chinese Cultural Institute, and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the United States of America. Enjoy streamed video performances and demonstrations of traditional Chinese crafts and Lunar New Year traditions. Visit our SAAM Family Zone online for crafts, coloring pages, videos and other activities.

11:00am-1:00pm CST: Paper Source Virtual Galentine Hangout
Grab your gals, pals and best buds to join us at the Paper Source Galentine Virtual Hangout! Spend your favorite brunch time learning to make champagne cocktails, long-lasting paper blooms and DIY pressed flower candles with the Bouqs. We recommend crafting along with us with our Big Blooms Paper Flowers Kit and creating bubbly brunch cocktails with our DIY Mimosa Kit (purchased separately). Take 20% off your order when you add the Galentine Virtual Hangout to your cart & use code GALENTINE20 at checkout.

Sunday- Happy Valentine’s Day!

10:00am: Red Panda Valentine’s Day-inspired Workshops!
Spend your Valentine’s Day morning with us as we celebrate all things love! Workshop runs from 10AM to 11AM and includes a collaborative painting project for the whole family! All ages 2+ welcome. All supplies included and delivered to you (local delivery only). $25/family.

10:00am: Virtual concert with Marsha & the Positrons
A 30 min concert; all are welcome! Tune in on Marsha’s Facebook live page.

11:00am: The Sculpture Garden re-opens!!
No Timed Passes Required; Ice Rink is Closed

12:00pm & 5:00pm EST: Laurie Berkner’s Valentine’s Day Party Virtual Concerts for Families
Laurie encourages fans of all ages to decorate their homes for Valentine’s Day and to wear something fun and valentine-y to the show — shades of pink and red are the order of the day, and love-hearts are the shape of the hour! $20 Regular*/$80. Meet & greet add-on package. Group discounts available.

2:00pm: Adventure Theatre presents The Heartcracker Ballet
Adventure Theatre MTC’s Sunday digital productions will celebrate Valentine’s Day with a reading of the new play The Heartcracker Ballet by Margaret Gorman. In this new work, middle-schoolers Zelda and Therese are dear friends who have been dancing around one question for some time now: how do you admit to your friend that you want to go out with them? Adventure Theatre MTC’s digital productions are Sundays at 2PM ET free on Facebook-live.

2:00pm-4:00pm: Card making at The Lane
What’s Valentine’s day without a homemade card covered in paste and construction paper hearts? There will be hot chocolate, card making, masks, social distancing, and someone else (The Lane staff) cleaning up afterward.

2:30pm: Shrek at the Drive-In
Enjoy Valentines as a family, includes admission for the whole car, family size popcorn, a rose for Mom, & a special sweet treat, This special showing is only offered as a package.

Weekend picks for families in and around Washington, DC

February 5, 2021

This weekend calls for warmer weather! We have a list of area trails, marshes and gardens for you to explore as well as other great outdoor activities in and around Washington, DC.

DC Public Library has many events that celebrate the culture and accomplishments of the Black Family.

You still have time to prepare for Valentine’s Day! Celebrate Valentine’s Day and Valentine’s Day Chocolates are sure to get you ready.

A self-guided, socially distanced experience to read the book The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats will get families outside and moving in Kensington. The Noyes StoryWalk® by the Noyes Children’s Library Foundation will wind through the grounds of Warner Circle, a spacious area adjacent to Noyes Library for Young Children (10237 Carroll Place, Kensington, MD 20895). The Snowy Day StoryWalk®, presented in collaboration with Montgomery Parks, will be available from Feb. 6 – Feb. 28, 2021. While enjoying the StoryWalk®, park patrons are asked to wear masks and observe social distance.

Saturday

11:00am: InterAct Story Theatre presents I am Human! Dancing with Change
We all know how to dance with change – we do it with every single step we take. We adapt to the conditions of the ground, momentum, and direction with our every move. So let’s get up on our feet and dance! In this virtual dance workshop inspired by the book “I am Human—A Book of Empathy”, Kelly King, InterAct Story Theatre teaching artist and founder of The Movement Movement, brings us together during this time of change…through books and dance! We’ll dance our way through this heartwarming book and create a dance just for us as we move through the world with empathy and dance with change. This event is sure to get you up and moving to chase away those winter chills! Suitable for ages 5 and up.

12:00pm-5:00pm: Dupont Circle PopUp
This unique Pop-Up event co-locates artists and makers in front of retail shops around Dupont Circle to discover fun and new shopping.

1:00pm-3:00pm: Virtual Lunar New Year 2021
Celebrate the Year of the Ox! Asia Society rings in the New Year with performances and traditional craft activities inspired by Lunar New Year traditions across Asia. This year, we will celebrate together virtually. Please join us for a day of performances and arts and crafts inspired by Lunar New Year traditions across Asia.

3:00pm: Drive-in movie: Soul
The theatre follows CDC required social distancing guidelines. Guests are asked to stay in their vehicle at all times. There are designated parking spots and no more than 50 cars are admitted.

3:00pm & 3:30pm: Snow Queen virtual show presented by Imagination Stage
In this adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s winter fairy tale, a powerful friendship is put to the test as four narrators bring to life the story of Gerda and Kai, whose relationship is broken by the unfeeling Snow Queen. Can Gerda save Kai before his heart is frozen solid? Imagination abounds in this magical story of courage, wit, and unshakable resilience! Your ticket purchase includes:A 25-minute live “prequel Zoom performance”, that sets the stage for the play. This interactive experience is exclusive with just 12 families at each performance. A link to view The Snow Queen, a filmed live performance, to be enjoyed within 24 hours of your chosen prequel Zoom performance.

5:30pm: Drive-in movie: The Incredible Hulk
The theatre follows CDC required social distancing guidelines. Guests are asked to stay in their vehicle at all times. There are designated parking spots and no more than 50 cars are admitted.

Super Bowl Sunday

11:00am & 3:00pm: Snow Queen virtual show presented by Imagination Stage
In this adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s winter fairy tale, a powerful friendship is put to the test as four narrators bring to life the story of Gerda and Kai, whose relationship is broken by the unfeeling Snow Queen. Can Gerda save Kai before his heart is frozen solid? Imagination abounds in this magical story of courage, wit, and unshakable resilience! Your ticket purchase includes:A 25-minute live “prequel Zoom performance”, that sets the stage for the play. This interactive experience is exclusive with just 12 families at each performance. A link to view The Snow Queen, a filmed live performance, to be enjoyed within 24 hours of your chosen prequel Zoom performance.

2:00pm: Drive-in movie: Ratatouille
The theatre follows CDC required social distancing guidelines. Guests are asked to stay in their vehicle at all times. There are designated parking spots and no more than 50 cars are admitted.

2:00pm: InterAct Story Theatre presents I am Human! Dancing with Change
We all know how to dance with change – we do it with every single step we take. We adapt to the conditions of the ground, momentum, and direction with our every move. So let’s get up on our feet and dance! In this virtual dance workshop inspired by the book “I am Human—A Book of Empathy”, Kelly King, InterAct Story Theatre teaching artist and founder of The Movement Movement, brings us together during this time of change…through books and dance! We’ll dance our way through this heartwarming book and create a dance just for us as we move through the world with empathy and dance with change. This event is sure to get you up and moving to chase away those winter chills! Suitable for ages 5 and up.

3:30pm: Adventure’s Mixing It Up virtual show presented by Adventure Theatre
Adventure Theatre MTC continues its Sunday digital presentation “Mixing It Up with Erin Quill” bringing new light to biracial and multi-racial stories. This week, Erin goes international with a conversation with British stars of screen and stage Lucy Sheen and her daughter and fellow actress Sophie Miller-Sheen. Adventure’s Mixing It Up premieres free on Facebook Live.

Weekend picks for families in and around Washington, DC

January 29, 2021

Saturday
9:00am-4:00pm: KTown StoryWalk ends tomorrow!
A stroll through historic Kensington, Maryland, will offer families a self-guided, socially distanced outing to read the book The Mitten by Jan Brett in store windows. A free craft kit tied into The Mitten will be available for pick up in a box outside the Noyes Library for Young Children which is located at 10237 Carroll Place, Kensington, MD. 20895 today and tomorrow from 9am to 4pm.

9:30am: Saturday Morning Live! At The National
The Saturday Morning Live! At The National program is celebrating its 40^th anniversary this year and has delighted children for years with performances designed to engage and inspire the young mind. Virtual performances by nationally known educators and artists encourage children to look outside their communities and discover a world of wonder. New episodes premiere every other Saturday at 9:30am via Facebook Premiere. This programming is best suited for children 4-10 years, but siblings and friends of other ages are always welcome to join the fun.

2:00pm: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Head to the movies and stay in your warm car while watching a family-friendly flick.

5:30pm: The Karate Kid
Head to the movies and stay in your warm car while watching a family-friendly flick.

6:15pm: Pajamuary Havdalah
Havdalah starts a new week with a multi-sensory experience, so join us and special guest reader, PJ Poppins, for a fun way to end Shabbat. You can bring a Havdalah candle, spice box and juice (get ideas for these) to join us to say the blessings. Register in advance

Sunday
9:00am-4:00pm: KTown StoryWalk ends today! A stroll through historic Kensington, Maryland, will offer families a self-guided, socially distanced outing to read the book The Mitten by Jan Brett in store windows. A free craft kit tied into The Mitten will be available for pick up in a box outside the Noyes Library for Young Children which is located at 10237 Carroll Place, Kensington, MD. 20895 today from 9am to 4pm.

9:30am: Pajamuary Breakfast and All Star Tu B’Shevat Performance
Stay in your pajamas and join the Kagin Family to make pancakes; then enjoy your breakfast while being entertained. Join the JKids Radio All-Star Tu B’Shevat Concert, featuring Jewish kids music superstars Ellen Allard, Shira Kline, Joanie Leeds, Jason Mesches, Mister G, and Rick Recht. Let’s all plan to make the world a happier, healthier and GREENER place to be in 2021! Registration is required for Zoom link and password.

10:00am & 1:00pm: Virtual Artful Conversations
Join the National Gallery of Art for an upbeat Artful Conversation and learn how one artist’s love of hip hop inspires her art. DC-based DJ and multimedia artist Virtual Chicana connects our discoveries to music. Registration is required and the program is geared towards ages 7-12 year olds.

2:00pm: Toy Story 4 Drive-In
Head to the movies and stay in your warm car while watching a family-friendly flick.

More ideas:
Head to a trail, marsh or garden to explore but bundle up!

Our outdoor post has a bit of everything. Be sure to check individual websites to verify they are open and welcoming guests currently.

Have you gotten to any slopes this winter? There are so many options from DC that are perfect for a day trip of skiing.

Create Valentine’s through Eliana’s Light annual initiative for caregivers and patients; to be sent virtually.

Do you have a 3-5 year old? Don’t forget to register for Books & Baseball program put on by Washington Nationals Youth Baseball and DC Public Library. Families can now register for the Winter 2021 season of the virtual program, with sessions occurring every Monday from January 11 to February 22. Each 35-minute session includes the reading of a children’s book by a DC Public Librarian, followed by a beginner-level baseball clinic led by YBA coaches. Virtual clinic activities are easy to complete at home and focus on enhancing motor skills and learning the fundamentals of baseball.

Support our local restaurants by participating in DC Restaurant Week through February 7.

Plan ahead:
Hirshhorn presents: Respect her Crank!: Creating Sounds of Blackness
Workshops are open to educators on Tuesdays and teens on Thursdays. Do not miss out on this groundbreaking opportunity to learn about Black women’s contribution to music. Select the links below to learn more about each set of workshops, operating from February–June 2021.

Recent posts:
Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Where to buy Valentine’s chocolate