Enjoy the best of summer at the annual City of Falls Church Concerts in the Park series on Thursdays at 7 p.m. from June 23 through August 1. Bring a blanket and a picnic dinner and enjoy free performances by local musicians. Concerts are held at Cherry Hill Park (312 Park Ave.) and are open to the […]
2016 Smithsonian Folklife Festival
The 2016 Folklife Festival will take place Wednesday, June 29, through Monday, July 4, and Thursday, July 7, through Sunday, July 10. It will be located on the National Mall, between Fourth and Seventh streets, adjacent to the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum. Admission to the Festival is free and hours are from 11 […]
Kidsave’s 4th of July Fireworks Party
Want less crowds for the 4th of July? Join Kidsave’s 4th of July Fireworks Party, a fundraiser in support of older orphan and foster care kids. This is a spectacular place to view fireworks, have a nice dinner, and avoid the large crowds. We are even providing bus service from DC and VA for those who do […]
George Washington’s Mount Vernon to Host Evening Fireworks July 2, 2016
Start your Independence Day celebration with a bang on July 2, the day Congress voted to declare independence. Enjoy a patriotic evening filled with dazzling nighttime fireworks, musical performances, and games on George Washington’s beloved estate! Greet “General and Mrs. Washington” in the historic area before trying your hand at bocce ball. Dust off your […]
“Sound Scene IX: Sculpting Sound,” July 9, 2016 at the Hirshhorn Museum
Have you shifted sand with the sound of your voice? Played a “Simon Theremin?” Tried your ear at “Sounds Against Humanity?” Are you flexible enough to compose a physical melody through “Sonic Twister?” DC Listening Lounge is excited to announce the IX annual Sound Scene – an interactive audio installation. This year, DC Listening Lounge is pleased […]
Washington DC Parking Meter Rate Increase Scheduled for June 1, 2016
The following is a press release from DDOT: The District Department of Transportation (DDOT) is scheduled to implement adjusted parking meter rates as part of the Fiscal Year 2016 Budget Support Clarification Temporary Amendment Act of 2015. The new rate structure was ordered by the Council of the District of Columbia last year, and establishes […]
“America Now”: America Participates at Three Smithsonian Museums
Museums To Present Programs That Capture American Participation in Democracy, Dance, Portraiture, Music and Art “America Now,” a collaboration of programs jointly organized by three Smithsonian museums, will create spaces for civic engagement and cultural connections under the unifying theme of “participation” since 2016 is an election year. The National Portrait Gallery, National Museum of […]
Metrorail to Close at Midnight Every Night Beginning June 3
The following is a press release from Metro: Metrorail to close at midnight every night beginning June 3 Seven-day-a-week midnight closures will expand maintenance time, improve safety Beginning Friday, June 3, the Metrorail system will close at midnight every night to allow for the implementation of SafeTrack, an expanded track work plan to improve Metrorail safety […]
Sewall-Belmont House & Museum Becomes Newest National Park Site
The following is a press release from the Sewall-Belmont House & Museum: April 12, 2016 Washington, DC—Today, Sewall-Belmont House & Museum, the home and headquarters for women’s suffragist, human rights activist, and founder of the National Woman’s Party Alice Paul, announces its designation by Presidential Proclamation as America’s newest national park site. The Board of […]
Mount Vernon to Host One of the Largest Revolutionary War Encampments of the Year
Join Mount Vernon April 30 and May 1 for one of the largest Revolutionary War encampments in the area! Step back in time and experience more than 500 Continentals, Redcoats, Hessians, cannon, and cavalry in action at George Washington’s Mount Vernon. Meet hundreds of Revolutionary War military re-enactors, learn more about life in the 18th-century, […]