"Free in DC" Free Events & Things to do in DC!

UPCOMING: Tonight! Dance, Drum, Fire... Open Spirit Circle at Seekers Church in Takoma Park SAT, Jan 28th Indoor Fire Circle 7:30pm - 11:00pm + Potluck and Discussion 6:00pm - 7:30pm, by donation, suggested $10

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Saturday, January 28th

Indoor Fire Circle 7:30pm - 11:00pm

By donation, suggested $10

no one will be turned away for lack of funds

Preceded by a Potluck from 6:00pm - 7:00pm and Community Discussion from 6:30pm - 7:30pm. Folks are welcome to be a part of the set up process, which starts at 4:30pm.

Tonight in Takoma, for the more metaphysical folks who like to dance and drum... Open Spirit Circle is "an intentional indoor fire circle, more than just a drum and dance."This event is family friendly and open to all spiritual paths... "creating a sacred safe space to express ourselves through art, song, voice, music, movement and silence." Read more details on the invite.

The Seekers Church
276 Carroll St, NW

Important Note: Use the entrance at the back of the church

Seekers is located across from Takoma Park Metro stop, there is also parking available on the street and at the metro station.

UPCOMING: Today! DC Grey Market, local food bazaar, returns to Brightwood at 14th & Kennedy SAT, Jan 28th from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, $2

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D.C. Grey Market returns to Brightwood

Saturday, January 28th

1:00pm - 4:00pm

This local, food bazaar returns again to 1365 Kennedy St, NW in Brightwood - which is not accessible by metro but is by several bus routes.

Grey DC assists aspiring food entrepreneurs from the area by providing them a low-cost marketplace to sell their fare, has been going strong for nearly a year now. Read more here.

What to expect? Bourbon pecan cakes, sweet potato chocolate swirl pie, homemade banh mi sandwiches, jelly donuts and fruit sushi, and Tea Pops (chai popsicles, iced and hot chai and bags of jalapeño and cheddar popcorn, sounds yummy). Photo above, by Eddie Kim, from DCist post where I found this info.

DC Grey Market

(in apartment building)

1365 Kennedy St, NW (map) close to the corner of Kennedy and 14th

Metro: Columbia Height and bus going north on 14th St, or take a bus along Georgia Ave to Kennedy and walk a block and a half or so, see metro trip planner for best bus access.

UPCOMING: Tonight! DJ Medusa and DJ Strange Guest DJ at Midnight SAT, Jan 28th from 9:00pm - 3:00am, first 12 people get in free, $5, 18+

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DJ Medusa and DJ Strange Guest DJ at Midnight
Saturday, January 28th
9:00pm - 3:00am
$5, 18+
first 12 people get in free

My friends DJ Medusa and DJ Strange will be guest DJ's Tonight at Midnight - where you can dance to some goth, post punk, wave, industrial & more! They'll be spinning along with DJ JavieR.

The Meeting Place
1707 L St, NW
Metro: Farragut North and walk a half a block (though they are doing track work on the red line this weekend so you may want to keep that in mind). You can also walk about 4 blocks from the McPherson Sq Metro or take the S2 or S4 bus that runs along 16th St to L St or the 42 bus to Conn & L.

UPCOMING: MUSIC: Tonight! The Children of Uganda Tour of Light 2012 stops at The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage this SAT, Jan 28th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Free

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Children of Uganda Tour of Light 2012
Saturday, January 28th
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Free

The Children of Uganda Choir perform on the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage. The U.S. nonprofit and Ugandan NGO presents a program of music and dance celebrating Uganda’s multiple, rich heritages.

"Hailed as “first rate” and “inspiring” by The New York Times, the Children of Uganda 2012 Tour of Light returns to the D.C. area to share the rich culture of East Africa through song, dance and art. The dance troupe’s goal is to raise funds to provide shelter, education and a bright future for children orphaned by AIDS, the leading cause of death in Uganda."

The Kennedy Center
Millennium Stage
2700 F St, NW
Metro: Foggy Bottom and take the free Kennedy Center Shuttle

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Today! Free Art & Dance Classes SAT, Jan 28th as part of the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop 40th Anniversary Celebration! 40 Free Events in 40 Days! WED, Jan 4th - SUN, Feb 12th, Free, most events require advance RSVP

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CHAW Celebrates 40th Anniversary with 40 Free Events in 40 Days!

Starting on Wednesday, January 4th - Sunday, February 12th

See complete schedule here!

Free, most events require advance registration

The Capitol Hill Arts Workshop will be hosting 40 free events over the course of 40 days beginning January 4, 2012 to celebrate their 40th anniversary. See a complete list of events and register online here!

All events are Free! Kid-friendly events are marked with a *

Pre-registration is required for some events

Call (202) 547-6839 or visit CHAW online to register.

Dance Class

Saturday, January 28th

1:00pm - 2:15pm

Dance Event! - Space Activation Lab *

Teaching Artist, Binahkaye Joy - Binah is great, recommend this one!

Limit 30– Dance Studio , Registration Required

The Space Activation lab is a fun dance experiment designed and conducted by everyone who is dancing in the space. Through a series of movement activities and dance games, participants will discover the connections between the choices we are making in our bodies and the physical and energetic elements of the spaces where we are dancing. Suitable for ages 10 and up.

Art Class

Saturday, January 28th

1:30pm - 4:00pm

Open Figure Drawing

Limit 12 – Art Studio Registration Required

This is an opportunity for artists to work on drawings or paintings in front of a live model in a session without an instructor. Please bring your own drawing materials. Easels are available. Suitable for adults.

Founded in 1972, CHAW is celebrating it's 40th anniversary! Read more about the history of CHAW and the impact it has had on the Capitol Hill Community in the Hill Rag article from October 2011 written by Megan Cheek.

See the complete list of events by date here!

Capitol Hill Arts Workshop

545 7th St, SE

Metro: Eastern Market

UPCOMING: Today! Free Arts & Culture Events this Weeked from CultureCapital.com! SAT, Jan 28th & SUN, Jan 29th

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Here are some more great free arts and culture events happening this week from CultureCapital.com. Please click through for complete details about the event and location details!

Saturday, January 28th

Artist Talk
Stephen Fredericks
1:00pm
Join New York Society of Etcher's founding member Stephen Fredericks for a discussion about intaglio printmaking, his work and the work of other member artists, and the New York Society of Etchers.
Washington Printmakers Gallery

Musical Performance
Men in Blaque and Paul Jacobs, organist
Two performances each

Men in Blaque: 1:00pm and 3:00pm
Alexander Frey, organist: 2:00pm and 4:00pm

A festival of French music from the 1870s and presented in honor of the reopening of the 19th-Century French Galleries.

National Gallery of Art

West Building Main Floor, East Garden Court
Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial

Film Screening
Kazan Restored: Man on a Tightrope followed by Wild River
2:30pm
Read more about the films here
National Gallery of Art
East Building Concourse, Auditorium
Metro: Judiciary Sq, closes to the East Building

Sunday, January 29th

Art Lecture
Nineteenth-Century Redux: A New Look at a Great Collection of French Paintings
2:00pm

Lecture given by Mary Morton, curator and head of the department of French paintings,
National Gallery of Art
East Building Concourse, Auditorium
Metro: Judiciary Sq, closes to the East Building

Musical Performance

Made in America
2:00pm
Come celebrate the indelible spirit of America with the homegrown music of Leonard Bernstein, Joel Puckett, Frank Ticheli, and Aaron Copland.
Schlesinger Hall at NoVa Comm. College, Alexandria Campus
Metro: See metro for best bus access from metro

Culture Capital is a program of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington, linking you to the Metro DC's vibrant arts community.

Want to see more upcoming free events and exhibitions on view in the DC metro area? Visit the customized Inside-Out page on their site designed especially for fans of Free in DC!

UPCOMING: THEATER: Today! Staged Reading of Danielle Mohlman’s “Stopgap” with Field Trip Theatre at the Cleveland Park Library this SAT, Jan 28th from 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Free, RSVP Requested

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Staged Reading of Danielle Mohlman’s “Stopgap”
with Field Trip Theatre at the Cleveland Park Library
Saturday, January 28th
2:00pm - 5:00pm
Free, RSVP requested, suggested for those 18+
Reserve tickets by emailing fieldtriptheatre@gmail.com

Field Trip Theatre presents a staged reading of Danielle Mohlman’s “Stopgap” this Saturday afternoon at the Cleveland Park Library.

About the play: "After a glass of wine at a birthday brunch, May announces that she’s going to turkey baste her way into pregnancy. The same morning, David tells his husband Robert that he wants to adopt. It’s November 8, 2008 -- four days after Prop 8 passed in California. This dark comedy delves into the lives of six individuals living just on the outskirts of their suburban California town, trying to find their own definition of family in this heteronormative community they call home.”

“Stopgap” is directed by Elena Hight with dramaturgy by Jamila Reddy. The reading features Caitlin Diana Doyle as May, Pomme Koch as David, and Enrico Nassi as Robert. Elizabeth Frerking, Steve Isaac, and Angela Kay Pirko round out the cast."

Cleveland Park Library
3310 Connecticut Ave, NW
Metro: Cleveland Park, head south, which is straight when you come up the escalators, on Connecticut Ave about walk about two blocks or so, the library is on the right side of the street.

UPCOMING: ARTIST TALK + ART OPENING: Tonight! American University Museum at the Katzen Center celebrates their new Winter Exhibition with an Artist Talk with Anil Revri this SAT, Jan 28th from 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Followed by an Opening Reception from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Free

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Opening Reception for new Winter Museum Exhibitions at AU's Katzen Center
Saturday, January 28th
6:00pm - 9:00pm
All ages, Free
On view Saturday, January 28th - February 28th, March 18th and April 15th

Opening will be Preceded by a Gallery Talk with Anil Revri
also on Saturday, January 28th

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Free

Join artist Anil Revri and the American University Museum in a talk about Revri’s newest exhibition, Faith and Liberation through Abstraction, which you can read more about below. His work is also pictured in this post.

Join the American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center in the Kreeger Lobby in the Katzen Arts Center this Saturday, January 28th to celebrate their new exhibitions, listed below.

Kids@Katzen: The Photographic Life
Saturday, January 28th - Tuesday, February 28th
Photographs by Kids@Katzen participants inspired by the exhibitions Re-viewing Documentary: The Photographic Life of Louise Rosskam and Wayne Barrar: An Expanding Subterra.

Raoul Middleman: City Limits
Saturday, January 28th - Saturday, March 18th
Baltimore maestro Raoul Middleman’s nudes are not pretty— they are sagging, dimpled, and real. His cityscapes reveal the underbelly of post-industrial rot, his narrative paintings give contemporary life to his personal obsessions. They are intelligent, messy, and utterly masterful.

Regaining Our Faculties: Zoë Charlton, Tim Doud, Deborah Kahn, and Luis Manuel Cravo Silva
Saturday, January 28th - Saturday, March 18th
Recently returning from sabbaticals (sab·bat·i·cal) adj any extended period of leave from one's customary work, especially for rest, to acquire new skills or training), American University faculty members Zoë Charlton, Tim Doud, Deborah Kahn, and Luis Manuel Cravo Silva used their time wisely.

Anil Revri: Faith and Liberation through Abstraction
Saturday, January 28th - Sunday, April 15th
Anil Revri’s paintings function as aids to meditation, while at the same time the process of their creation is itself an act of meditation. They are beautiful, their craft is breathtaking, but their success depends on whether they further us, and the artist, along in the process of our own enlightenment.

Gabarrón’s Roots
Saturday, January 28th - Sunday, April 15th

The sculptures and paintings of Cristóbal Gabarrón have been seen in hundreds of exhibitions around the world, but never in Washington, D.C. Here, his vibrantly colored sculptures are larger than life, yet human in scale and effect; his painted tondos evoke archaeological and zoological mysteries.

American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center
4400 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Metro: Tenleytown, take the free AU shuttle bus to campus, tell the driver you want to get off at the Katzen Center

UPCOMING: GALLERY TALK: " Works in Progress: Reflections and Undercurrents: Printmaking in Venice, 1900-1940" at the National Gallery of Art MON, Jan 30th at 12:10pm and 1:10pm, Free

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Gallery Talk at the National Gallery of Art
Works in Progress: Reflections and Undercurrents: Printmaking in Venice, 1900-1940

Monday, January 30th
12:10pm and 1:10pm
Free

Talk by Eric Benker, lecturer, National Gallery of Art

National Gallery of Art

East Building Concourse, Small Auditorium
Metro: Judiciary Sq, closes to the East Building

UPCOMING: YOGA: Free Yoga Classes in Logan Circle! SUN, Jan 29th at 11:00am and TUES, Jan 31st at 7:00pm, Advance RSVP required

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Free Yoga Classes in January in Logan Circle!
Advance registration is required

Please bring your own yoga mat
Free, suggested for those 18 and up

Remaining Free Yoga Classes:

Tuesday January 31st
7:00pm

Sunday, January 29th
11:00am

Jaime Andrews Fitness, a boutique fitness training studio in Logan Circle -offering boot camp style classes, small group and one on one personal training - has partnered up with Ra Amin to offer yoga classes on Tuesdays at 7:00pm and Sundays at 11:00am and all classes offered in January are FREE.

Please email jaime@jafitnesstraining.com to secure a spot and also please be sure to bring your own yoga mat. Note also that the Studio is located in a residential building on the 1st floor, Suite 1, so you'll need to be buzzed in by the person at the front desk.

Jaime Andrews Fitness Training Studio
1440 N St, NW - 1st floor, Suite 1
Metro: McPherson Square or take the Circulator bus along 14th St to the P St/ RI Ave stop to get there closer - it's the Woodley-McPherson line, you can also catch it at 14th & U St.

UPCOMING: BloomScreen and TransAfrica present "Salvador Dawning" - about Brazil's equal rights movement for Afri-Brazilians - this TUES, Jan 31st at BloomBars from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, All ages, by donation

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BloomScreen and TransAfrica present "Salvador Dawning"
Tuesday, January 31st
7:00pm - 9:00pm
by donation, suggested $10
All ages, RSVP Requested, but not required

"Salvador Dawning (2011, 54 min) (view trailer) by Kamau Hunter – examines the Movimento Negro – Brazil’s equal rights movement for Afro-Brazilians. Although they comprise 47% of the population, and have made tremendous contributions to the culture and society, Afro-Brazilians face disproportionate social and economic barriers. “Salvador Dawning” tells how today’s Afro-Brazilian leaders are bolstering the rights and quality of life of Afro-Brazilians – through new policies, and programs of workforce and community development. Their struggles and victories provide invaluable lessons for us all. The screening will be followed by a discussion with the film’s Executive Producer – Dr. Keith Hunter." The film is in Portuguese with English subtitles.

Bloombars

3222 11th St, NW

next to Wonderland, at Kenyon

Metro: Columbia Heights, walk up 14th St, turn right on Kenyon, left on 11th

UPCOMING: TALK: "The Arts Ripple Effect: A Research Based Strategy to Build Shared Responsibility for the Arts" at Woolly Mammoth WED, Feb 1st from 3:30pm - 5:00pm, Free, RSVP Required as space is limited

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The Arts Ripple Effect: A Research Based Strategy to Build Shared Responsibility for the Arts
Wednesday, February 1st
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Free, advance RSVP required as space is limited*

Margy Waller will lead a talk entitled "The Arts Ripple Effect: A Research Based Strategy to Build Shared Responsibility for the Arts."

Margy was named one of the nation's 25 most "powerful and influential" nonprofit arts leaders, Top Ten Tweeter by SoapboxMedia, and a Rising Civic Star by Cincy Magazine. This event is organized by Marc Eisenberg, Executive Director, Washington Bach Consort.

* There is no charge for this event, but participants must register to staff@cultural-alliance.org . Include the name of the event, your name, title, organization and email address.

More about the speaker: Margy, Vice President, Strategic Communications and Research, founded and has served as Executive Director of The Mobility Agenda, a think tank in Washington DC. Previously she was Visiting Fellow at the Brookings Institution, with a joint appointment in the Economic Studies and Metropolitan Policy programs. Prior to Brookings, she was Senior Advisor on domestic policy in the Clinton-Gore White House. Before joining the Administration, Margy was Senior Fellow at the Progressive Policy Institute. She also served as Director of Public Policy at United Way of America, Director of Policy Development at Public/Private Ventures in Philadelphia, and congressional fellow in the office of U.S. Representative Eric Fingerhut (D-OH).

Woolly Mammoth Theatre
641 D St, NW - near the corner of 7th & D
Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial or Gallery Pl - Chinatown

UPCOMING: GALLERY TALK: Conversations with Curators and Educators on "The French Eighteenth-Century Art of Jean François de Troy" MON, Jan 30th & TUES, Jan 31st from 12:00pm - 12:40pm, Free

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Gallery Talk - Conversations with Curators and Educators

Jean François de Troy,
The Abduction of Europa,
1716, National Gallery of Art,
Washington, Chester Dale Fund

The French Eighteenth-Century Art of Jean François de Troy

Monday, January 30th - Tuesday, January 31st

12:00pm - 12:40pm

Free.

Yuriko Baccon, assistant curator of French paintings, in conversation with Diane Arkin, lecturer.

National Gallery of Art

West Building Main Floor, Rotunda

7th & Constitution Ave, NW

Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial

ON VIEW: ART: "ApocalypTOON 2012" features works by Editorial and Political Cartoonists - On view at the Artisphere for one weekend only! FRI, Jan 27th - SUN, Jan 29th, Free

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Work by Kevin Kallaugher (“KAL”)
Economist's editorial cartoonist since 1978

ApocalypTOON 2012 on view this weekend only
at the Artisphere, in partnership with Art Soiree
features works by Editorial and Political Cartoonists
Free
Friday, January 27th - Sunday, January 29th

Note: The opening event on Thursday has a $25 cover but the exhibition will remain on view, for free, all weekend

"With a touch of art, style and humor, Art Soiree will unveil what 2012 will bring us!This one of a kind exhibition will feature works of the most renowned editorial and political cartoonists such as:Kal (Economist)Tom Toles (Washington Post)Matt Wuerker (Politico)Jeff Danziger (NYTS/CWS, LA Times, Huff Post etc)Daryl Cagle (MSNBC)Damien Glez (La Monde, Courrier International, La Gazette, etc)Dan Piraro (Bizarro)and More…With simple pen strokes these cartoonist foreshadow the future, poke fun at the past and imply hidden motives in ways that elude written or spoken report. The result of this creative license is a unique perspective on future—entertaining, clever, and insightful."imentary bites, cash bar and more…"

Artisphere
1101 Wilson Blvd - Arlington, VA
Metro: Rosslyn, exit metro and turn right and walk to the corner, which is Wilson, take a left and walk down about a block or so, it's the building with the white dome at the top on the left side of the street. You can also take the Dupont - Georgetown - Rosslyn Circulator express bus there for just a dollar.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: Free Lunchtime Concert Series - every TUES - at The Church of the Epiphany, near Metro Center, 12:10pm - 1:00pm, donations appreciated

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The Tuesday Concert Series at the Church of the Epiphany is back!

lunchtime concerts every Tuesday

12:10pm - 1:00pm
Free, donations welcome

After major renovations to the church, the series is back on. The pic in this post is from before the renovations but it captures some of the beauty of the space. If you work near metro center, you should totally check it out!

Below are the remaining performances in January:

Tuesday, January 31st
Chris Gekker, trumpet

Church of the Epiphany

1317 G St, NW

Metro: Metro Center

UPCOMING: THEATER: "Locally Grown" Festival at the DC JCC hosts Staged Readings and Performances from DC area Playwrights! Continues MON, Feb 6th - SUN, Feb 19th, $10 for each event or get a Festival pass for $30

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Locally Grown: Community Supported Art
From Our Own Garden

Theater J's new festival focusing on the
thriving Washington DC playwright scene

"This robust new initiative is inspired in part by the “locovore” and Community Supported Agriculture movements which focus on cultivating, appreciating and utilizing local resources for local consumption. Theater J’s dynamic new initiative translates these principles to DC’s burgeoning theatre scene, fostering the talent of DC playwrights through four mini-commissions, round-table discussions and staged readings."

Locally Grown: Community Supported Art Festival
Remaining readings and performances listed below
$10 each, or purchase a festival pass for $30
Buy your tickets here!

Monday, February 6th
7:30pm
Reading of Hot and Cold
by Gwydion Suilebhan

Sunday, February 12th
5:00pm
Workshop presentation of
The Prostate Dialoguesby Jon Spelman

Monday, February 13th
7:30pm
Reading of Married Sex
by Laura Zam

Sunday, February 19th
5:00pm
Workshop presentation of
The Prostate Dialogues
by Jon Spelman

Washington DC JCC Theater J
16th & Q St, NW
Metro: Dupont Circle and walk over 4 blocks or you can take any bus along 16th St - S1, S2, S4, S9, right to Q St.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: COMEDY: Open Mics most TUES, WED & THURS Nights in DC and the Metro Area!

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Here's a list of Comedy Nights happening in the DC area

See Standup Comedy To Go and DC Stand Up for more info about stand-up nights and comedy shows in the area.

Tuesday nights in Chinatown
Open Mic every Tuesday Night in DC!
Tuesday, December 27th
at new comedy club, Riot Act

8:30pm - 10:30pm

$10

Buy a Riot Act T-Shirt (which I think costs $20) and wear it to get in Free every Tuesday!

Every Tuesday amateur, local and national headliners gather for a showcase of comedy showcase. Each show begins with a hand full of real first timers cutting the rug in one of their first stage performances ever, followed by local and national comics showcasing their new material. Note, if you want to perform, you need to register in advance.

Riot Act Comedy

801 E St, NW

Metro: Gallery Pl - Chinatown or Archives - Navy Memorial

Wednesday nights in Arlington, VA

Ri-Ra Wednesdays

Ha-Ha at Ri-Ra in Clarendon

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Free

Free Live stand-up comedy show. $25 cash prize joke contest for non-com audience members after the show and ½ price burger night.

Ri-Ra Irish Pub

2915 Wilson Blvd

Arlington,VA 22201

Metro: Clarendon

Thursdays nights in Dupont

Topaz Thursdays

The Laughing Buddha-ha-ha in Dupont Circle

Live Stand-up Comedy Show

8:00pm – 10:00pm

Free

$25 cash prize joke contest for non-com audience members after the show

Topaz Hotel Bar

1733 N St, NW

Metro: Dupont Circle

Saturday nights in Bethesda, MD

Hyatt Saturdays at the Hyatt Hotel

$10 cover for this one

Metro: Bethesda

UPCOMING: MUSIC: Classical Concert featured cellist Natalie Spehar and others as part of The Angels Concert Series at The Church of the Holy City this SUN, Jan 29th from 3:30pm - 4:30pm, Free, donations welcome

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Classical Concert as part of The Angels Concert Series
Sunday, January 29th
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Free, all donations benefit the Tower Restoration Fund

Classical concert of works by Ravel, Keane Southard, Rachmaninoff performed by Natalie Spehar, cello (pictured), Francis Liu, violin and Jessica Stitt, piano. Light reception follows the performance.

Church of the Holy City
1611 16th St, NW
at Corcoran, between Q & R St
Metro: Closet access by bus, take the S2 or S4 bus from McPherson Sq or anywhere along 16th St to Q St or you can walk from the Dupont Circle metro, take the Q Street exit and walk over to 16th St

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MEDITATION: Free Meditation Classes at the Shambhala Center in Cleveland Park every MON, TUES & THURS Night and 1st & 3rd SUN

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Meditation Schedule at the Shambhala Center

Free and open to the public, donations welcome

Every Monday night
6:00pm - 6:50pm

Evening meditation practice. No Meditation Instruction on Mondays.

Every Tuesday night
6:00pm - 7:00pm

Evening meditation practice and instruction. Meditation period ends with Buddhist chants followed by tea and refreshments.

Every Thursday night
7:00pm - 7:45pm

Meditation practice and instruction followed by tea and refreshments

8:00pm

Dharma Talk and Open Discussion

First and Third Sunday morning of the month
9:00am – 11:00am

Meditation practice and instruction; practice period begins and ends with Buddhist chants (come and leave anytime during this period).
11:00am - 12:00pm

Dharma talk and open discussion
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Community luncheon

Third Sunday Schedule
9:00am - 11:00am

Meditation practice and instruction; practice period begins and ends with Buddhist chants (come and leave anytime during this period).
11:00am - 12:00pm

Sadhana of Mahamudra (Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join)

Note: The third Sunday practice schedule may be adjusted when other weekend programs are offered; please check the calendar online.

Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, DC

3520 Connecticut Ave, NW

Metro: Cleveland Park, super close to the metro

ON VIEW: ART: "Amy Hughes Braden: Too Extroverted To Paint" THURS, Jan 19th - SUN, March 11th at the Artisphere in Rosslyn, Free

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"Amy Hughes Braden: Too Extroverted To Paint"

On view at the Artisphere

Free

Thursday, January 19th - Sunday, March 11th

"Plagued by the need for human interaction, stuck in a world of tweets and tags, Amy Hughes Braden will paint large portraits of "tweens" working towards her 2013 show in Artisphere's Mezz Gallery. Amy is an Arlington native and recent graduate of the Corcoran College of Art and Design. Stop by during her onsite residency and tell her about your own awkward experiences as a tween.

The artist will be working onsite:
Fridays
4:00pm - 8:00pm
Saturdays
1:00pm - 7:00pm
Sundays
1:00pm - 5:00pm

Artisphere
1101 Wilson Blvd - Arlington, VA
Metro: Rosslyn, turn right when you exit the metro, take a left on Wilson, look for the domed building on the left about a block down.

ON VIEW: EXHIBITION: Last Chance! "CHINA Town: Contemporary Ceramic Painting from Jingdezhen" at Meridian International Center on 16th St, FRI, Sept 23rd - SUN, Jan 29th, Free

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"CHINA Town: Contemporary Ceramic Painting from Jingdezhen"

at the Meridian International Center

Free

Friday, September 23rd - Sunday, January 29th

Read more, and watch an educational video, with English subtitles, about the history of this kind of artwork here!

"This is the first time an exhibition featuring Chinese painted porcelain from Jingdezhen has been presented in the United States. The display brings together artists of different backgrounds and philosophies, linked by their common appreciation of the ancient ceramic capital of China. Jingdezhen remains an exciting center of innovation for artists exploring ways to transform ancient traditions into art that is relevant in the 21st century." You can also read more about the show here!

Gallery hours:

Wednesday - Friday

2:00pm - 7:00pm

Saturday and Sunday

12:00pm - 6:00pm

Meridian International Center

Cafritz Galleries of the White-Meyer House

across the street from Meridian Hill/ Malcolm X Park

1624 Crescent Place, NW (map)

Metro: Columbia Heights and walk over to 16th St, turn left and walk down hill about 15-20 minute walk, or take the S2 or S4 bus from anywhere along 16th St right there to Crescent Place. You can also catch the S buses from McPherson Sq metro.

UPCOMING: DC Capoeira Classes - January Promotion $10 drop-in classes on TUES & THURS Nights and SAT & SUN Mornings near Columbia Heights Metro

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DC Capoeira Classes - January Promotion
View and share facebook invite
$10 classes throughout January
Classes held at All Souls and BloomBars

Tuesday and Thursday nights at All Souls
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Saturdays at All Souls
10:30am - 12:00pm

Sundays at BloomBars
11:00am - 12:00pm

"Looking for a fun way to stay in shape? Capoeira is a unique martial art from Brazil, that combines strength, cardio, and music for a challenging and exciting sport!January Special - drop-in price of $10, normally $15. Cash, check and credit cards accepted at the end of class (no pre-registration required).

January Special $10 for adults (dropin) or $80 for a month pass. $8 for those under 18, class is best for those 12+ No prior experience is necessary. Beginners should wear loose fitting clothing and light footwear. Advanced capoeiristas should wear traditional white capoeira pants and a t-shirt. Shirts and Pants are available for purchase.

About Capoeira: "Capoeira is a Brazilian martial art disguised as a dance and performed to musical instruments and traditional Brazilian songs. It is comprised of specific offensive and defensive movements and, unlike in other martial arts, the participant is constantly in motion because of the basic movement, the ginga. The movements also consist of positions on the ground, kicks, sweeps and acrobatics. Some believe that capoeira originated in Africa, others say that it was formed in Brazil. The regional style of capoeira originated in the 1930s in Brazil and, unlike capoeira angola, is usually practiced to a quicker beat and kicks are performed in an upright and aggressive style."

Note: There is also a class on Sundays from 11:00am - 12:00pm at BloomBars in Columbia Heights, on 11th St between Lamont and Kenyon, NW

All Souls Unitarian - in the gym
corner of 16th & Harvard - near Columbia Rd
Metro: Columbia Heights or take the S2 or S4 bus, on weekday eves you can take the S1 or S9 to Irving and walk back a block

ON VIEW: ART: "Michael Craig-Martin: Drawings" and "Let's Eat! Works from the GW Permanent Collection" at GWU's Luther Brady Gallery, WED, Dec 7th - FRI, Feb 17th, Free

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Two Exhibitions on view at GWU Luther Brady Gallery

Michael Craig-Martin: Drawings
Free
On view Wednesday, January 11th - Friday, February 17th

The center piece of the Michael Craig-Martin: Drawings exhibition is a large 5 ft. x 4 ft. wall drawing created on site especially for the gallery. The show includes more than 30 drawings of subjects drawn from ordinary life, which he portrays using a mechanical line. On January 10, 2012, the artist created a large wall drawing in the Luther W. Brady Art Gallery. This video was created by William Atkins and Christopher Boyes from the Office of External Relations.

Let's Eat! Works from the GW Permanent Collection

2nd floor cases
Free
On View Wednesday, December 7th - Friday, February 10th

This exhibition is produced in conjunction with First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move! Museums & Gardens campaign and GW's Urban Food Task Force. Pairing paintings, sculptures, and prints from GW's notable permanent collection with healthy recipes related to their subjects, this exhibit hopes to demonstrate how small changes in one's diet can make a difference.
All of the recipes are available online: Let's Eat Recipes

Luther Brady Art Gallery
2nd Floor Casings
805 21st St, NW
Metro: Foggy Bottom

UPCOMING & ONGOING: JAZZ: 355 Jazz Masters Quartet play at India Garden on Rockville Pike this SAT, Jan 14th - and every SAT in Jan and Feb- 6:30pm - 9:30pm, Free, All ages

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355 Jazz Masters Quartet play at India Garden on Rockville Pike
every Saturday in January and February
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Free, all ages

355 Jazz Masters, a high-energy, toe-tapping, hard-bop and contemporary funky jazz quartet - with Rich Durbin, Colton Hammond, Craig Falk, and Steve Silverman - plays every Saturday night from 6:30-9:30 in January and February 2012 at India Garden Restaurant in Rockville, across from BMW and Best Buy.

India Garden Restaurant
Woodmont Station Center
1321-C Rockville Pike - Rockville, MD
Metro: Twinbrook, take a bus along Rockville Pike or walk, just under one mile (map). Take a right on Chapman, Left on Halpine, then straight up Rockville Pike.

ON VIEW: ART: "The Exceptional Everyday: Design Post-Process Nine Contemporary Norwegian Industrial Designers" at the Corcoran's Gallery 31 from WED, Dec 21st - SUN, Jan 22nd , Free

2012-01-18T00:00:00.001-05:00

The Exceptional Everyday: Design Post-Process
Nine Contemporary Norwegian Industrial Designers
at the Corcoran's Gallery 31
Free
Wednesday, December 21st - Sunday, January 22nd

"The Exceptional Everyday showcases the dynamic and witty work of nine contemporary Norwegian industrial designers. Each object in the show tweaks a seemingly mundane object or process and, in doing so, creates an exceptional experience. Kristine Bjaadal's Underfull Tablecloth, for example, transforms an everyday annoyance--spilled beverages on a white tablecloth--into a magical moment. The spill causes a butterfly pattern rather than a stain. While the objects in the show exemplify the rigor and attention to detail typically associated with Scandinavian design, they also embody creative collaboration with the user."

Corcoran Gallery of Art

Gallery 31 (free admission to this exhibition space)

500 17th St, NW

Metro: Farragut West or Farragut North and walk about ten minutes down 17th St

UPCOMING: Please see facebook for more events Today, Tonight and Tomorrow that I didn't have time to create individual posts for! Lots of good ones!

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I don't have time to craft individual posts for every event so I often post facebook events and links to events on the Free in DC facebook page.

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OF NOTE: Honoring MLK: You can watch the MLK Day at the National Cathedral which took place on MON, Jan 16th online now! Free

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MLK Day Celebration at the National Cathedral

Monday, January 16th

2:00pm - 4:00pm

Free

NOTE: Though this event has passed, you can still watch it online here!

Special Celebration at the National Cathedral! Tribute honoring the life of Dr. King. Featured groups such as Malcolm X Dancers & Drummers, St. Augustine Gospel Choir, poet Tony Keith, Urban Nation H.I.P.–H.O.P. Choir, Washington Performing Arts Society’s Children of the Gospel Choir, and CityDance with singers from School Without Walls will “rock the nave” from 2 to 4 pm. A coat and winter clothing drive is also planned.

The National Cathedral

3101 Wisconsin Avenue

Metro: Tenleytown and take any of the 30 series bus (31, 32, 36, or 37) south on Wisconsin Avenue to Woodley Avenue or Dupont Circle and take the N2, N3, N4, or N6 bus until you reach the corner of Massachusetts and Wisconsin Avenues. Walk north on Wisconsin 1/2 block to the Cathedral.

UPCOMING: Free Capoeira for Beginners Classes every MON in January from 6:30pm - 7:30pm, All ages welcome

2012-01-14T23:45:00.000-05:00

Capoeira Angola Beginners Classes
Mondays nights throughout January
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Free, All ages welcome

Capoeira Beginners classes are being offered for free during the month of January on Monday nights for anyone interested in learning more about the art of capoeira angola. Experience the music of capoeira as well as stretching, strengthening and conditioning exercises and movements.

Universal Capoeira Angola Center
1351 U St. NW
Metro: U Street, take the 13th St exit, the school is located between 13th and 14th St.

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: Last Chance! Special Featured Document on Display at The National Archives "150th Anniversary of the Medal of Honor" On view through MON, Jan 16th, Free

2012-01-14T11:24:00.000-05:00

Special Featured Document on Display at The National Archives
150th Anniversary of the Medal of Honor
Free
10:00am - 5:30pm, last admission is at 5:00pm
On view through Monday, January 16th

In 1861, Abraham Lincoln signed an act to recognize "gallantry in action." A century and a half later, the Medal of Honor is the highest military decoration awarded. This special Featured Document Display will include a Civil War–era Medal of Honor and written testimony of the heroic actions of Pvt. Samuel E. Eddy during an 1865 battle.

The National Archives
East Rotunda Gallery
between 7th & 9th on Constitution Ave, NW
Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial

ON VIEW: ART: Last Chance! "Floating Utopia: Mobile Art Gallery Designs" at the Artisphere Works In Progress Gallery WED, Dec 4th - MON, Jan 16th, Free

2012-01-14T10:14:00.000-05:00

Floating Utopia: Mobile Art Gallery Designs
On view at the Works In Progress Gallery at the Artisphere
Wednesday, December 14th - Monday, January 16th
Free

"See drawings from and a team of seven German architecture students under the direction of Andreas Queneau for a Step Van Truck designed as a mobile art gallery. Interact with this exhibit by designing your own customized version of this truck. The exhibit also includes utopian plans for a mobile greenhouse and diagrams showing various uses of recycled lunar devices for community engagement. Floating Lab Collective is a group of Metropolitan DC-based artists working collectively on public art, new media and social research. Their goal is to expand public art practices that provoke discourse about social issues."

Artisphere
1101 Wilson Blvd - in Arlington, VA
Metro: Rosslyn, turn right from metro exit to get to Wilson, turn left on Wilson, look for the domed building about a block down.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Performances Every Day at The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

2012-01-13T23:24:00.000-05:00

Free performances every night on The Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center

Watch in person or live stream the show online!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Free

To see the schedule click here

The Kennedy Center - Millennium Stage

2700 F St, NW

Metro: Foggy Bottom and take the free shuttle

ON VIEW: "Art @ Work" at the Joan Hisaoka Gallery at the Smith Center FRI, Jan 13th - SAT, Feb 18th, Free

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Art @ Work - at the Joan Hisaoka Art Gallery at the Smith Center

Free

On view Friday, January 13th - Saturday, February 18th

Joan Hisaoka Art Gallery at the Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, in partnership with Albus Cavus, an arts group that transforms communities through public art, presents an open reception for Art @ Work! A number of my friend John Grunwell's latest pieces will be featured alongside with works by lots of other awesome DC-area artists, most of whom work in the arenas of "street art" and graffiti. "

"Art @ Work, a collaboration with the Albus Cavus arts group, features over 40 local graffiti artists working with local children and residents to beautify DC’s public spaces, including DECOY, Ben Tolman, Kelly Towles, Aniekan Udofia, CHE, and Jazirock! Over the course of 3 on-site mural workshops, visitors will work together with graffiti-mural artists to transform the gallery into a working studio, creating a large-scale mural that will be permanently installed in a local neighborhood."

Joan Hisaoka Art Gallery at the
Smith Center for Healing and the Arts
1632 U St, NW
Metro: Closest reached by bus, take the S1, S2, S4 or S9 bus from anywhere along 16th St to U St or you can walk about 4 long blocks from the U St metro.

ON VIEW: ART: Honfleur Gallery presents "Visual Audio: Inquiries Into Found Media" FRI, Jan 13th - FRI, Feb 24th, Free

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"Visual Audio" On view at Honfleur
Free
Friday, January 13th - Friday, February 24th

Honfleur Gallery's newest exhibit, "Visual Audio: Inquiries Into Found Media," is a collaboration by Radio Transmission Ark and the Vernacular Preservation Society that combines atmospheric sounds, writings, drawings and more from the surrounding Anacostia community.

Note: While in the area you should also swing by Vivid to check out their new photography exhibition, just a few blocks away from Honfleur.

Honfler Gallery
1241 Good Hope Rd, SE
Metro: Closest reached by bus, you can take the new Circulator express bus, which you can catch from the Eastern Market Metro or you can walk from the Anacostia Metro.

ON VIEW: ART: "Decathlon" at the DCAC in Adams Morgan FRI, Jan 13th - SUN, Feb 5th, Free

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DC Arts Center Decathlon
Free
Friday, January 13th - Sunday, February 5th

"After centuries of specialization in art that has relied on labels like painter, sculptor or photographer, DCAC asked artists working in the DC metropolitan area to submit proposals that explore the significance of what being "unspecialized" means to being a working artist today. The semi-finalists of the decathlon, Shanthi Chandrasekar, Lee Gainer, Lisa Rosenstein, and Mary Woodall, will exhibit their works at DCAC. This exhibition will culminate in a medal ceremony, but only one artist will walk away with gold!"

DCAC - DC Arts Center - in Adams Morgan
2438 18th Street NW
Metro: Woodley Park and walk or take the Circulator bus to Adams Mill or you can take the 42 or 43 bus along Conn Ave or from Dupont toward Mt Pleasant and get off at 18th & Columbia.

ON VIEW: ART: Photography: "Second Look: Selections from a Print Lab's Archives" at Vivid Solutions in SE from FRI, Jan 13th - FRI, March 30th, Free

2012-01-13T00:10:00.000-05:00

"Second Look: selections from a print lab's archives" at Vivid Solutions
Free
Friday, January 13th - Friday, March 30th

This group photography show, specifically geared towards exhibiting works, highlights the range of specialized skills and creative visions of VS Print Lab’s customer base. The images printed at Vivid Solutions DC Print Lab include work from photographers: Adam Davies, Ben Droz, Bobby Bruderle, Bobby Washington, Bruce McNeil, Danny Harris from The People's District, David Rehor, Ed Mays, Eric Gottesman, Jonathan French, Laila Abdul-Hadi Jadallah, Marlon Norman, Michael Platt, Nicholas Huynh, Pat Padua, Otis P. Motley and Deborah Terry. This show was collectively curated by Vivid Solutions DC Print Lab staff and The Gallery at Vivid Solutions. Read more on Vivid's website here.

You can also check out the show down the street at Honfleur which is also hosting an opening on the same night from 7:00pm - 10:00pm

The Gallery at Vivid Solutions
2208 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave SE
Metro: Anacostia or you can take the new Circulator bus to Anacostia from Eastern Market Metro.

ON VIEW: ART: Arlington Arts Center hosts three new shows! "She Got Game" Gillian Schroeder's "herd" and "Students Select Students" FRI, Jan 13th - SUN, March 18th, Free

2012-01-13T00:08:00.000-05:00

Three new exhibitions on view at the Arlington Arts Center
She Got Game, Gillian Schroeder's herd and Students Select Students
Free
Friday, January, 13th - Sunday, March 18th

AAC celebrates the opening of two new exhibitions. For She Got Game, curator Jeffry Cudlin has brought together 11 artists—female, male, and transgendered—who explore shifting contemporary perceptions of women’s bodies, gender roles, and identities through the lens of sports spectacle. In the Wyatt Gallery, AAC Resident Artist Gillian Schroder presents new work in her solo exhibition herd.

Pictured: work by Cory Oberndorfer.

Save the date for these free performances related to She Got Game

Saturday, February 11th
12:00pm - 4:30pm
Performances by Amber Hawk Swanson and Kristina Bilonick

Saturday, March 17th
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Performance by Holly Bass

Arlington Arts Center
3550 Wilson Blvd - Arlington, VA
Metro: Virginia Square, just across the street from the metro on Wilson

OF NOTE: For more Free events happening this month, please see CultureCapital.com's INSIDE-OUT page custom designed for Free in DC readers!

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Did you know that CultureCapital has a special INSIDE-OUT page designed specifically for Free in DC readers! This page highlights 4 weeks or more FREE events, shows and exhibitions in the DC metro area!

Free in DC has teamed up with CultureCapital to provide you with CultureCapital INSIDE-OUT a quick guide to Metro DC's vibrant Arts & Culture scene. Like Free in DC, this INSIDE-OUT will feature cool, free, and super cheap things to do in Metro DC... proving that you needn't spend a lot of money to live a rich life in this town!

CultureCapital and TICKETPLACE.org (half-price, advance sale tickets) are programs of the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington serving the arts & culture community and the public for over 30 years!

ON VIEW: ART: Last Chance! ART Options Debut Art Exhibit "Creativity in Our Community" at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel WED, Nov 2nd - January 2012, Free

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ART Options debut Art Exhibit, Creativity in Our Community

on view at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel

Free

Wednesday, November 2nd - January 2012

Some background about the program: After the closing of VSA Washington DC (formerly an affiliate of the Kennedy Center) in August, St. John's Community Services (SJCS) successfully transitioned the program, its staff, and artists to ART Options, a community-based, arts-infused program for people with disabilities.

Creativity in Our Community features paintings which share the stories of those artists supported by SJCS who use art as a vehicle to communicate and ultimately inspire. The exhibit, which is on display in the Mandarin Oriental gallery space, will be available to view and purchase at the opening evening and through January 2012.

Celebrate with St. John's Community Services new program, ART Options, and its debut art exhibit Creativity in Our Community, at the Mandarin Oriental to celebrate. The exhibit features paintings which share the stories of those artists supported by SJCS who use art as a vehicle to communicate and ultimately inspire.

Mandarin Oriental

1330 Maryland Avenue, SW

Metro: Smithsonian or L'Enfant Plaza

ON VIEW: ART: Solo Show for Mike Weber at Long View Gallery THURS, Jan 19th - SUN, Feb 19th, Free

2012-01-11T00:06:00.000-05:00

Long View Gallery Opening for LA-based Artist Mike Weber
Free
Thursday, January 19th - Sunday, February 19th

"Mike Weber spent his childhood exploring rural farmland outside of St. Louis, Missouri. Like any inquisitive child, he was drawn to investigate the abandoned homesteads that dotted the landscape. These forgotten buildings, full of history and littered with hints of their grandiose past, left a lasting impression on the youngster. Recalling his experiences in these abandoned homes brings up mysterious childhood emotions for Weber." See pdf invite.

View press release to read more.

Long View Gallery
1234 9th St NW
Metro: Mt Vernon Sq - Convention Center

ON VIEW: ART: Milena Spasic's "Kosovo Series" at the Washington Studio School in Dupont MON, Jan 9th - FRI, Feb 10th, Free

2012-01-09T23:20:00.000-05:00

Milena Spasic's "Kosovo Series"

On view at the Washington Studio School

Free

Monday, January 9th - Friday, February 10th

Washington Studio School is pleased to exhibit the paintings of DC artist Milena Spasic.

The Washington Studio School

2129 S St, NW

Metro: Dupont Circle.

ON VIEW: ART: "Liana Finck: The Bintel Brief " at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue WED, Jan 11th - FRI, March 2nd, Free

2012-01-09T12:00:00.000-05:00

Liana Finck: The Bintel Brief on view at Sixth & I
Free
Wednesday, January 11th - Friday, March 2nd

The exhibit showcases pieces from Liana Finck’s upcoming graphic novel based on The Jewish Daily Forward’s “Bintel Brief” advice column. Through the column, young immigrants sought advice on a variety of heartbreaking and absurd dilemmas. Finck’s illustrations capture these letters as seen from the point of view of a narrator – an omniscient but relatively helpless columnist inspired by the Forward’s founding editor, Abraham Cahan.

Liana Finck graduated from Cooper Union and received a Fulbright Fellowship to Brussels to write a graphic novel about Georges Remi, the creator of the beloved comic book character Tintin. She is a recipient of the prestigious Six Points Fellowship, a two-year grant for emerging Jewish artists.

Sixth & I Historic Synagogue
600 I St, NW
Metro: Gallery Place - Chinatown, you can also take the Circulator bus, Union Station-Georgetown Route, from lots of stops along K St downtown to 5th & Mass.

ON VIEW: ART: "Yours Truly: Figurative Paintings in Encaustic and Mixed Media" at The Popcorn Gallery at Glen Echo SUN, Jan 15th, 3:00pm- 5:30pm, Free

2012-01-08T00:00:00.000-05:00

Yours Truly: Figurative Paintings in Encaustic and Mixed Media
Free
Saturday, January 14th - Sunday, January 29th

Enjoy Figurative art (nudes) on display and the encaustic paintings of Marcie Wolf-Hubbard, many of which focus on the grace of the figure. The “back and forth” of additive collage imagery is married with encaustic’s mysterious depth and transparency. Wolf-Hubbard is an instructor at Glen Echo Park teaching collage and mixed media for children and adults. More info: call (301) 634-2222 or click here.

Hours: Saturday & Sunday
12:00pm - 6:00pm
and by appointment

The Popcorn Gallery at Glen Echo Park (directions)
7300 MacArthur Blvd, in Glen Echo, MD
Metro: Friendship Heights and Bethesda metro stations Montgomery County Ride-On bus #29, operating daily from Friendship Heights and Bethesda metro stations on the Red Line. For information on rates and schedules for the 29 bus route click here.

ON VIEW: ART: Hillyer, in Dupont, features works by Lucinda Murphy and Monica Stroik from FRI, Jan 6th - FRI, Jan 27th, Free

2012-01-05T12:21:00.000-05:00

Hillyer features works by Lucinda Murphy and Monica Stroik
Free
Friday, January 6th - Friday, January 27th

"Lucinda Murphy has been fascinated by science and the process of evolution, from the Big Bang to computers. Most recently, Murphy has focused on exploring order and chaos from both the scientific sense and in the sense of how we perceive the difference; literally and psychologically." Her work is pictured above.

"Monica Stroik's paintings reflect the fact that each of us makes daily choices, some conscious and others unconscious, which all have consequences. On a personal level, these paintings are specifically tied to an experience that happened many years ago, the effect of which affects Stroik on an almost daily basis, the degree to which is tied to the choices she makes."

Hillyer
9 Hillyer Court, NW
Metro: Dupont Circle, Q St north exit. The gallery is located in the alleyoff of 21st St between the two Phillips Collection buildings, turn right when you get back there and you'll see the gallery

ON VIEW: ART: January All-Media Exhibit at The Art League in Old Town, Alexandria WED, Jan 4th - MON, Feb 6th + Opening Reception on THURS, Jan 12th 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Free

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Opening Reception for the January All-Media Exhibit
at The Art League in Old Town, Alexandria
Thursday, January 12th

6:30pm - 8:00pm
Free
On view Wednesday, January 4th - Monday, February 6th

Juried by Alan Beland, this exhibit by Art League members will feature artwork of all media and subject matter. Gallery hours: Open every Thursday evening until 9:00pm, Monday - Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm and Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm.

The Art League
105 North Union St (map)
inside of the Torpedo Factory in Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Metro: King St and take the free trolley or a bus from the metro down King St to the Waterfront

ON VIEW: ART: New York Society of Etchers Invitational at Washington Printmakers Gallery from WED, Jan 4th - SAT, Jan 28th, Free

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New York Society of Etchers Invitational at WPG
Free
On view Wednesday, January 4th - Saturday, January 28th

Join WPG for the opening of our 13th annual January Invitational, featuring works by members of the New York Society of Etchers - which focuses on providing exhibition opportunities to intaglio printmaking specialists in New York City, and is internationally recognized as an artist-run print organization with dozens of major exhibitions. Currently, there are close to 300 New York printmakers associated with the New York Society of Etchers, some of whom will be exhibiting at WPG.

Washington Printmakers Gallery
at the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center
8230 Georgia Avenue, 2nd Floor
Metro: Silver Spring

PAST: ART: "The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries" at the NGA East Building, SUN, Sept 18th - SUN, Jan 8th, Free

2012-01-03T18:20:00.000-05:00

The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries

On view at the National Gallery of Art
Sunday, September 18th - Sunday, January 8th
Free

The Pastrana Tapestries were commissioned in the late 1400s, likely by the king of Portugal, Afonso V (1432-1481), to commemorate his 1471 campaign in Morocco. Exquisitely rendered in wool and silk by Flemish weavers in Tournai, the tapestries depict a vivid world set against maritime and urban landscapes.

National Gallery of Art
East Building - 4th & Constitution Ave, NW
Metro: Federal Triangle is closest to the East Building, you can also walk through the West Building to get there, the Archives - Navy Memorial metro station is closest to the West Building.

ON VIEW: MULTI-MEDIA: "The Immersive Ideal" a multimedia installation designed by Kelley Bell and Stephan Moore, at the Artisphere SAT, Jan 7th - SUN, Jan 22nd, Free

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The Immersive Ideal - a multi-media installation designed by Kelley Bell and Stephan Moore
Free
Saturday, January 7th - Sunday, January 22nd

"Following the Washington, DC band Beauty Pill's summer 2011 open recording residency at Artisphere, the Immersive Ideal project returns with a multimedia installation designed by Kelley Bell and Stephan Moore. The installation will feature a user-interactive, monome-controlled array of photographs from the recording sessions by Nestor Diaz, Morgan Klein, Brian Libby, Jon Pack and PJ Sykes.

From January 7-22, you can listen to Beauty Pill's new album--recorded at and presented exclusively at the Artisphere--while immersed in the photographs that document the band's experiment in radical artistic transparency. The installation will run in the Black Box Theatre itself, where the recording took place, furthering the intimacy between the viewer/listener and the work.

The Immersive Ideal is part of Notasphere, a month of programming created by local artistic collaborators. From a pop-up restaurant and political cartoons to Brazilian beats, Artisphere will be filled with fresh, thought-provoking off-beat arts events presented by creative partners from across the DC-region throughout January 2012."

Artisphere
1101 Wilson Blvd - Arlington, VA

Metro: Rosslyn, turn right from the metro exit, left at the corner on Wilson, walk down a block or so to the domed building on the left

ON VIEW: ART: Paintings by Edward Bear Miller at the Foundry Gallery in Dupont WED, Jan 4th - SUN, Jan 29th, Free

2012-01-02T11:08:00.000-05:00

Paintings by Edward Bear Miller on view at the Foundry Gallery
Free
Wednesday, January 4th - Sunday, January 29th

Edward Bear Miller’s recent oil paintings explore a range of subjects: nudes, portraits, cityscapes, the mountainous Adirondacks, and the parks and waterways of his native city, DC. "Each piece communicates the artist’s admiration for the natural world, where monumental bridges, outstretched trees, and wistful human forms serve as motifs for our current condition. Miller applies his paint rapidly and generously, producing bold, clear images that break down into gracefully abstract brushwork as the viewer steps forward."

Open in the Winter:
Wednesday - Sunday
12:00pm - 6:00pm

Foundry Gallery
1314 18th St, NW
Metro: Dupont Circle

OF NOTE: Want to see more events happening today? Check out Free in DC on facebook and twitter! Some events are posted there that are not on the site

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Did you know that Free in DC is on facebook? Just search for "Free in DC" or click here!

Since lots of my content comes from facebook and I don't always have time to craft individual posts on this site for every event I come across (especially when I am traveling, as I am most weekends this summer), I often link to events on facebook through facebook and I usually link to and post events happening that day or the next day or two through facebook as well so that might be helpful for some of you. You can become a fan on facebook to get updates through your feed and you can also go directly to the page to view the info - even if you aren't on facebook - at facebook.com/FreeinDC

If you are on twitter, you can also follow me there at @FreeinDCBlog. Posting on twitter is not as consistent as facebook, but I do post quite a bit there as well.

OF NOTE: YOGA: New Studio Opens in Petworth on MON, Jan 2nd, Special Intro 8 class pack, just $5 per class

2011-12-28T12:23:00.000-05:00

New Yoga Studio - Golden Heart Yoga DC opens in Petworth! Grand Opening on Monday, January 2nd

Intro Special - $5 a class when you buy an 8 class pack!

If your New Year's resolutions include trying yoga, my friend Yael will be teaching a beginner's class at Golden Heart Yoga DC, Tuesdays at 5:30pm in Petworth, DC. The new studio will open on January 2nd and they are offering a special intro package for 8 classes for $40 which is just $5 a class!

Golden Heart Yoga DC, is owned and operated by DC yoga instructors Elizabeth Lloyd and Julie Eisenberg, will offer yoga classes for all levels, as well as teacher trainings, workshops, and other special events. You can read more about the studio on Prince of Petworth's post

Golden Heart Yoga DC
4804 Georgia Ave, NW
across from Fusion and Moroni and Bros
Metro: Georgia Ave - Petworth

ON VIEW: FILM: Screening of Jesse Kanda's "Waking From A Coma" at the Artisphere, in Rotation all day long, THURS, Dec 22nd - WED, Feb 15th, Free

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Jesse Kanda: Waking From A Coma
Film Screening - in Rotation
on the Town Hall Video Wall at the Artisphere
Thursday, December 22nd - Wednesday, February 15th
Free

"Jesse Kanda is a Japanese-born, London-based designer and filmmaker. Coming from a graphic design background, he creates experimental films which merge mediums ranging from 3D and 2D to live footage. Taking advantage of the possibilities technology allows today, he aims to trigger the senses with sights and sounds, depicting images never quite seen before. Kanda's work will be shown on Artisphere's video wall as well as satellite screens located throughout the building."

Artisphere
1101 Wilson Blvd - Arlington, VA

Metro: Rosslyn - turn right when you exit metro, take a left on Wilson, walk about a block, look for the domed building

ON VIEW: ART: The Dunes presents "Dystopia" featuring local artists Matt Sesow & Dana Ellyn! FRI, Dec 16th - Jan 31st, Free

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Art Opening at The Dunes for "Dystopia" featuring works by two of my favorite local artists, Matt Sesow and Dana Ellyn
Friday, December 16th
7:00pm - 11:00pm Free
On view Friday, December 16th - January 31st

+ Live Music from New York City based punk band "Drunken Sufis"

"Dystopia" is a two-person exhibition featuring recent paintings by DC artist couple Dana Ellyn and Matt Sesow. For "Dystopia" Ellyn and Sesow selected and created new works inspired by classic Dystopian novels, movies, and themes. Additionally, the couple has pulled from news and commentary sources such as Democracy Now, Russia Television, Al Jazeera, Alex Jones, and CSPAN.

Some of the paintings are a re-imagining of a degraded and totalitarian future, while others offer a social commentary on current events. According to Ellyn and Sesow, the Dystopian future conjured within so much of classic literature turned out to be an accurate prediction of current events, politics, and perceived individual freedoms.

The New York City based punk band "Drunken Sufis" will be performing during the opening reception of "Dystopia". The "Drunken Sufis" mix raw edge sound with politically charged thoughtful lyrics... taking no prisoners while dissecting the actions and influence of American policy.

Gallery hours, in addition to regular events:
Tuesday - Saturday
11:00am - 6:00pm

The Dunes

1402 Meridian Pl

Metro: Columbia Heights, walk a few blocks north on 14th St and turn left on Merdian Pl, right above the Getaway

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: The only US appearance of the "Anglo-Saxon Hoard: Gold from England's Dark Ages" at National Geographic! Now - SUN, March 4th $8 -$4

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Anglo-Saxon Hoard: Gold from England's Dark Ages

$8, military, members, seniors, students $6, ages 5- 12 $4

On view Saturday, October 29th - Sunday, March 4, 2012

In July 2009 on a farm in Staffordshire, England, a metal detectorist uncovered the largest hoard of Anglo-Saxon gold ever found-more than 3,490 pieces from hundreds of individual objects dating to about 650 A.D. In their only appearance in the U.S., more than 100 of these intricately detailed artifacts will travel to National Geographic Museum.

National Geographic

145 17th Street, NW

Metro: Farragut North is closest, you can also walk from Farragut West or take the S1, S2, S4 or S9 bus to 16th & M St and walk over a block.

ON VIEW: ART: "Year's End / New Beginnings " at Zenith Gallery at Chevy Chase Pavilllion in Friendship Heights, TUES, Dec 1st - SAT, Feb 25th, Free

2011-12-01T19:54:00.000-05:00

Year's End / New Beginnings
at Zenith Gallery at Chevy Chase Pavilllion
Free
Tuesday, December 1st - Saturday, February 25th

This mixed-media show commemorates the clever ingenuity of artists and salutes the whimsical spirit of the visual arts. The show features works by artists: Fabiano Amin, Justin Beller, Brooke Fierce Bronner, Jay Burch, Eric Ehlenberger, Stephen Hansen, Peter Kephart, Joan Konkel, Michael Madzo, Chris Malone, Karen Starika, Bradley Stevens, Cassie Taggart and Ken Wyner. Art will also be displayed throughout Chevy Chase Pavilion.

Zenith Gallery at Chevy Chase Pavilion

second level next to Embassy Suites

5335 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Metro: Friendship Heights

ON VIEW: ART: "Shining Stars" sculptures on view at Zenith Gallery Sculpture Space at 12th & Penn WED, Sept 7th - SAT, Feb 25th, Free

2011-12-01T19:41:00.000-05:00

Shining Stars on view at Zenith Gallery downtown

Free

Wednesday, September 7th - Saturday, February 25th

"Form, color and highly polished material, ranging from bronze, steel, glass and mixed-media will transform the Eleven Eleven Sculpture Gallery at 1111 Pennsylvania Avenue NW and capture the eye and imagination of visitors in this show featuring monumental and pedestal sculpture and three-dimensional wall art."

Artists: Julie Girardini / David Hubbard / Joan Konkel / Barton Rubenstein / Paul Martin Wolff.

Pictured: Boat with Patina and Copper Square by Julie Girardini

Sculpture Space is open weekdays, 8:00am - 7:00pm and Saturdays & Sundays by appointment.

Zenith Gallery

1111 Pennsylvania Ave, NW - at 12th & Penn

Metro: Metro Center or Federal Triangle

ON VIEW: ART: "30 Americans" features works by African American Artists (Rubell Family Collection) at the Corcoran, Oct 1st - SUN, Feb 12th, $10, $8

2011-12-01T00:38:00.000-05:00

30 Americans now on view at the Corcoran - from the Rubell Family Collection

Saturday, October 1st - Sunday, February 12th, 2012
$10 general, $8 seniors 62+/students with valid ID, members/ those under 12, free

Pictured: Kehinde Wiley, Sleep, 2008. Oil on canvas, 132 x 300 inches. Rubell Family Collection, Miami. - Saw this in person and it is really impressive - an incredibly large canvas.

"30 Americans showcases works by many of the most important African American artists of the last three decades. Provocative and confrontational, this exhibition focuses on issues of racial, sexual, and historical identity in contemporary culture, and explores the powerful influence of artistic legacy and community across generations."

Gallery Hours:

Closed on Monday and Tuesday

Wednesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday

10:00am - 5:00pm

Thursday - open late!

10:00am - 9:00pm

Corcoran Gallery of Art

500 17th St, NW - near E St

Metro: Farragut West or Farragut North, walk about ten minutes or so down 17th

ON VIEW: ART: "Multiplicity" at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, FRI, Nov 11th - SUN, March 11th, 2012 , Free

2011-11-30T23:55:00.000-05:00

“Multiplicity” on view at the Smithsonian American Art Museum

Friday, November 11^th- Sunday, March 11^th, 2012

Free

The concept of making multiple images from the same matrix has been integral to printmaking ever since the earliest prints were pulled from woodblocks and metal plates in the 15^th century. Each impression is considered to be an original work of art. This exhibit features 83 works by contemporary artists, including John Baldessari, John Cage, Vija Clemins, Chuck Close, R. Luke DuBois, Sol LeWitt, Brice Marden, Julie Mehretu, Martin Puryear, Susan Rothenberg, Kiki Smith, and Kara Walker along with additional artists. Curated by Joann Moser. The works on view explore repetition, pairing and variations on a theme as artistic strategies.

Smithsonian American Art MuseumBetween 7th & 9th, F and G St, NW
Metro: Gallery Pl – Chinatown

ON VIEW: "Momentum: A Juried Exhibition of Emerging Artists with Disabilities" On View at the Ripley Center WED, Sept 7th - SUN, Jan 22nd, Free

2011-11-30T23:21:00.000-05:00

Momentum: A Juried Exhibition of Emerging Artists with Disabilities
On view at the Smithsonian's Ripley Center
Wednesday, September 7th - Sunday, January 22nd
Free

VSA sent more than 20,000 calls for entry to high schools and colleges around the country, inviting submissions from emerging artists with disabilities, ages 16-25, who are living in the United States, that illustrate the theme Momentum.

Participants were asked to examine the creative spark behind their work.Selected from over 120 submissions, this year's 15 recipients were awarded a total of $60,000 in prize money generously provided by Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. The resulting exhibition showcases the diverse viewpoints and variety of creative processes of these emerging artists as they gain momentum in their artistic trajectories. The artwork on display is an unprecedented opportunity to experience these young artists' works at the inauguration of their careers.

The 2011 award-winning artists are Dimelza Broche (FL), Holiday Campanella (PA), Will Copps (DC), Angela Godoy (MD), Brian Kellett (OH), Krista Kuskye (IN), Emily Gail Lyles (SC), Artur Matveichenkov (PR), Emily McPeek (CA), Caitlin Miller (DC), Xi Nan (MD), Sonya Seitz (PA), Jansen Smith (FL), Rea Walsh (PA), and Beth Zarden-Benson (WI). Presented by John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, this exhibition will be on view at the Smithsonian's Ripley Center.

Smithsonian's Ripley Center
1100 Jefferson Drive, SW
Metro: Smithsonian

ON VIEW: ART: Multiple Exhibitions on view at American University's Katzen Center! TUES - SUN, 11:00am - 4:00pm, Free!

2011-11-30T22:40:00.000-05:00

American University Museum at the Katzen Center

open every Tuesday - Sunday
11:00am - 4:00pm
Free

If you haven't been there, it's worth checking out. They have multiple exhibitions on view. You can see their website for a list of current exhibits! For more information you can also call 202-885-ARTS (2787)

American University Museum at the Katzen Center
4400 Massachusetts Ave, NW
Metro: Tenleytown - and take the free AU shuttle, tell the driver to let you out at the Katzen

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: “Earth as Art” at the Library of Congress TUES, May 31st - THURS, May 31st, 2012, Free

2011-11-30T19:03:00.000-05:00

This exhibition looks really neat! “Earth as Art” on view at The Library of Congress

Free
Tuesday, May 31st - Thursday, May 31st, 2012

This exhibit, designed by the US Geologic Survey, displays 40 award-winning satellite images. Although the satellites are used to monitor important natural processes, these images of the earth’s surface have been chosen for their aesthetic appeal, rather than for their scientific value. Pictured above is the Parana River Delta a huge forested marshland about 20 miles (32 km) northwest of Buenos Aires, Argentina.

The 40 images are on display for one year, and will subsequently become part of the LOC permanent collection. On view outside of the Geography and Map division in the James Madison building. Learn more and view images here.

The Library of Congress

James Madison Building
101 Independence Ave, SE
Metro: Capitol South

ON VIEW: "The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries" at the NGA East Building SUN, Sept 18th - SUN, Jan 8th, Free

2011-11-30T15:26:00.000-05:00

The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries

On view at the National Gallery of Art, East Building

Sunday, September 18th - Sunday, January 8th

Free

The Pastrana Tapestries were commissioned in the late 1400s, likely by the king of Portugal, Afonso V (1432–1481), to commemorate his 1471 campaign in Morocco. Exquisitely rendered in wool and silk by Flemish weavers in Tournai, the tapestries depict a vivid world set against maritime and urban landscapes.

National Gallery of Art
4th & Constitution Ave, NW
East Building, Upper Level
Metro: Judiciary Square - closest to the East Bldg

ON VIEW: ART: "ArtsVisions of the Orient: Western Women Artists in Asia 1900–1940" at The National Museum of Women in the Arts, FRI, Oct 28th - SUN, Jan 15th $10, $8, free on the first Sunday of the month

2011-11-30T14:21:00.000-05:00

On view at the National Museum of Women in the
ArtsVisions of the Orient: Western Women Artists in Asia 1900–1940
Friday, October 28th - Sunday, January 15th
$10, $8, Free Community Day on the first Sunday of the month

This exhibit features 125 prints and paintings by female Western artists exploring Asian cultures between 1900 and 1940, focusing on the work of four artists: Helen Hyde (1868–1919), Bertha Lum (1869–1954), Elizabeth Keith (1887–1956), and Lilian Miller (1895–1942), all of whom trained as painters but, while living in Japan, also designed woodblock prints. By investigating the intersection of American art, East Asia, and the woodblock print movement, Visions of the Orient explores the various ways that "the orient" served as a liberating professional space for these female artists and as a place of creative inspiration.

Pictured above: Lilian Miller Rain Blossoms, Japan, 1928 Woodblock print 9 ¾ x 14 5/8 in. Scripps College, Claremont, CA

National Museum of Women in the Arts
1250 New York Avenue, NW

Metro: McPherson Sq or Metro Center

ON VIEW: PHOTOGRAPHY: "Big Cats" at National Geographic SAT, Sept 24th - SUN, April 8th, Free

2011-11-30T13:27:00.000-05:00

"Big Cats"at National Geographic

Free

Saturday, September 24th - Sunday, April 8th

"Stunning photographs feature eight endangered big cat species: lions, tigers, cheetahs, leopards, jaguars, snow leopards, clouded leopards, and mountain lions." Read more here!

Photo by Beverly Joubert.

National Geographic
1145 17th Street, NW
Metro: Farragut North or take the 42 bus along Conn Ave to M St or any of the S line buses along 16th St to M St

ON VIEW: ART: New show highlighting Contemporary Chilean Artists at Art Museum of the Americas THURS, Sept 15th - SUN, Jan 22nd, Free

2011-11-30T13:26:00.000-05:00

On view at the AMA "Traveling Light, Five Artists From Chile"

Free

Thursday, September 15th - Sunday, January 22nd

Museum hours:

Tuesday - Sunday

10:00am - 5:00pm

Curated by Laura Roulet, the show is a series of site-specific art installations by Catalina Bauer, Rodrigo Canala, Rodrigo Galecio, Gerardo Pulido, and Tomás Rivas.

While there, you can also check out another show entitled "Common Place" that explores the relationships between Latin American housekeepers and their employers.

AMA ׀ Art Museum of the Americas

201 18th Street, NW

past C St, at Virginia Avenue

Metro: walk from Farragut West down 18th St about six blocks or take the S1 or 80 bus to C St and 18th St, NW

ON VIEW: ART: "Harry Callahan at 100" at the National Gallery of Art West Building SUN, Oct, 2nd - SUN, March 4th, Free

2011-11-30T11:41:00.000-05:00

"Harry Callahan at 100" on view at the
Sunday, October 2nd - Sunday, March 4th, 2012
Free

"Callahan (1912-1999) was one of the most innovative and influential photographers of the 20th century. Celebrating the 2012 centenary of his birth, the exhibition of some 100 photographs explores all facets of Callahan's art..." read more.

Pictured: Harry Callahan, Eleanor, Chicago, 1947, National Gallery of Art, Washington, Gift of The Herbert and Nannette Rothschild Memorial Fund in memory of Judith Rothschild

National Gallery of Art

West Building

6th & Constitution Avenue, NW

Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial is closest to the West Building

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: Love LEGO? Love Architecture? You'll Love this Exhibition at the National Building Museum! Now - MON, Sept 5th, 2012! $8

2011-11-30T00:12:00.000-05:00

LEGO® Architecture: Towering Ambition

Extended! Now on view through Monday, September 3rd 2012 - yes, 2012, one more year!

New pricing for this exhibition is in place as well:

Adults $8, Ages 3-17, students and seniors $5

Saw this one recently, pretty neat I must say! Worth spending a little cash on, plus you get to see the rest of the exhibitions at the Building Museum and enjoy the really beautiful architecture of the building itself. They also have a really great museum gift shop, one of my favorites.

Love LEGO? Then you are going to love this exhibit at the National Building Museum. "Trained as an architect, Tucker rekindled his childhood interest in LEGO® bricks and began experimenting with LEGO as a medium for his art in 2003. The result of his vision--15 buildings from around the world made entirely from LEGO bricks--will be the centerpiece of the exhibition LEGO® Architecture: Towering Ambition." Read more here! See video here.

Tickets are sold at the Museum's Information Desk Monday - Saturday 10:00am - 4:30pm; and Sunday 11:00am-4:30pm.

National Building Museum

401 F St, NW

Metro: Judiciary Square

ON VIEW: ART: Murals DC Tour with DCCAH, self guided

2011-11-30T00:00:00.000-05:00

MURALS DC

To Request a pdf map with infomation about the murals, contact:
deirdre.ehlen@dc.gov 202.724.5613

Murals DC Tour includes:

Walter Pierce Park

2630 Adams Mill Rd, NW

intersection of Adams Mill Road and Ontario Place, NW

Artist: Aniekan Udofia

3904 14th Street, NW

Artist: Words Beats and Life

314 Carroll Street, NW

Artist: Words Beats and Life

907 Barry Pl NW

Artist: Albus Cavus

1320B Good Hope Road, SE

Artist: Helping Inner City Kids Succeed (HICKS)

615 Division Ave, NE

Artist: Ward 7 Arts Collaborative

The DCCAH invites you to celebrate the completion of six new murals! You can now take a self guided tour, which includes a number you can call from your cell phoneto learn more about each piece of art! MuralsDC was initiated in 2007 by Ward One Councilmember Jim Graham as an effort to replace illegal graffiti with artistic works, to revitalize sites within the community and to teach young people the art of aerosol painting.

JOIN THE DCCAH MAILING LIST HERE!

OF NOTE: Where to Wi-Fi for Free in DC! Updated List - February 2011

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Free Wi-Fi Spots in DC!
I am sure there are more I haven't listed yet... Please add any additional locations in DC or next to a metro in MD or VA along with the address, area, and link if you have it in the comment section and I will add it to the list! This list was updated in February, 2011.

My personal favorite coffeeshops to work from: Bourbon, Tynan, Tryst, Filter, Chinatown Coffee and Yola.

Coffeeshops and Cafes:

...in NW

Busboys & Poets

(waiter service only)

-1025 5th St NW
Chinatown/ Mt Vernon Sq

-2021 14th St NW
U St Area

U St Cafe
where Mocha Hut used to be
-1301 U St NW
2 hour internet ticket with purchase
U St Area

Yola

Great new eco-conscious Yogurt Parfait place

serving Counter Culture Coffee - yum!

Lots of seating available, nice staff.

- 1323 Connecticut Avenue

Dupont Circle, south exit

Caliyogurt *Late Night Spot*
-2473 18th St NW
tea and frozen yogurt shop, open late!
everyday til midnight, 1:00am Fri & Sat
Adams Morgan

Tryst

(waiter service only)

Note: Wi-Fi turned off on weekends
great espresso drinks, good food

-2459 28th St NW

Adams Morgan

Open City

(waiter service only)
Sister restaurant to Tryst, yummy espresso

-2331 Calvert St NW, close to Connecticut

Woodley Park

Tynan Coffee and Tea
- 1400 Irving St
You get a 2 hour free wifi ticket with purchase
open 'til 8:00pm daily, next to metro and Five Guys
Columbia Heights

Sticky Fingers Bakery

*vegan food only* good for gluten free too
Note: they do not offer cream for your coffee

pink glittery furniture with old school diner vibe
Note: I heard that they turn off their wifi on Saturdays

so check first if you go on a weekend

-1370 Park Rd NW
Columbia Heights

Qualia Coffee

"fresh off the roast"

- 3917 Georgia Ave NW

Georgia Ave - Petworth

just a few blocks north of the metro across from the Safeway

ACKC
- 1529 14th St NW, north of P
Logan Circle/ 14th St

Filter

nice place, but super small

hard to find seating sometimes

-1726 20th NW (between R & S)

Dupont Circle

Steam Cafe & Lounge
-1700 17th St NW around R St
Dupont Circle/ 17th St

Crepes-a-Go-Go
- 2122 P St NW
Dupont, P St

Point Chaud Cafe and Crepes

- 1736 14th St, NW

(between N Riggs Pl & N S St)

14th St Corridor between U and P St

Soho Tea & Coffee
-2150 P St NW
one of DC's very first coffeeshops!
(didn't see website, reviews online) please
call for info 202- 463-7646

Dupont, P St

Bourbon Coffee

"crop to cup" beans from Rwanda!
-2101 L St NW
Super comfy, nice decor! Great story/mission.

Foggy Bottom/ K St Area

P.S. If you like ice cream, you should try Bourbon's

ice kaffe
(scoop with espresso poured over it!

delicious, especially with cinnamon on top)

Bruegger's Bagel Bakery
-2101 L St NW
(next door to Bourbon Coffee)
See their website for hours and more info.
Foggy Bottom/ K St Area

Chinatown Coffee Company
no cozy seating, delicious espresso

now serving beer, wine and absinthe!

-475 H St NW
Chinatown

Cafe Collage

- 1346 T St, NW

cute place, also serves sandwiches and Ethiopian food

14th St Corridor, U St

Couscous Cafe & Catering
-1195 20th St NW
Downtown

Big Bear Cafe
-1st & R St NW
Bloomingdale

Baked and Wired
-1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW
Just past canal from M St/ Barnes & Noble
Between 30th & 31st St, K & M St

Georgetown

...in NE / Union Station, Capitol Hill & H St Corridor

Sidamo
-417 H St NE
H St Corridor

Ebenezers Coffeehouse
-201 F St NE
Union Station

Jacob's Coffee House

- 8th & D St, NE
Capitol Hill (walk or bus from Eastern Market)

...in SE / Eastern Market area

Peregrine Espresso
- 660 Pennsylvania Ave SE
Eastern Market

Port City Java
-701 North Carolina Ave. SE
Eastern Market

... in SE / East of the River in Anacostia

Big Chair Coffee

- 2122 MLK Ave SE

Anacostia (bus or walk from metro)

Chains Stores/ Cafes in DC:

Pret A Manger

All 3 DC locations now have wi-fi!

-11th & F St, NW

Metro Center

-18th & I St, NW

Farragut West

-19th & L St, NW

Farragut North or West

Saxby's Coffee
Hours vary, Please call to find out what
days and hours each location is open.

Georgetown, near University
-3500 O Street NW
202-338-3777

Downtown, near K St
-1000 Vermont Avenue NW
202-898-0233

Dupont Circle, South exit
-1309 19th Street NW
202-223-9590

Au Bon Pain
Free wifi, locations all over the city

Caribou Coffee
Free wifi, locations all over the city

-601 13th St NW

-1400 14th St NW

-1101 17th St NW

-1701 Pennsylvania Ave NW

-1800 M St NW

Lots in Farragut Sq/ McPherson Sq

Corner Bakery
locations throughout the city!
Metro Center, L St, etc...

Organic To Go
-1311 F St NW
Metro Center

(Note: please confirm about wifi and their hours,
not sure if they DC locations are all still open)
-1200 19th St NW
-1700 K St NW

Chains in DC with locations also in MD & VA

Barnes and Noble

All Barnes and Noble's now offers free wifi!

Locations also in MD & VA

- 12th & E St
Metro Center

- on M St around 30th
Georgetown

Locations in MD and VA as well. Clarendon, Bethesda, Springfield and Rockville are close to metro I believe. Tysons Corner, Seven Corners and Potomac, car required.

Borders

now offers free wifi as well!

Locations also in MD & VA.

- 18th & L St, NW (closing March 2011)

Farragut West/North

- 600 14th St, NW

McPherson Sq/ Metro Center

-5333 Wisconsin Ave

Friendship Heights

Locations in both MD and VA, some of which are metro accessible. Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Wheaton in MD.
Pentagon City, National Airport and Baileys Crossroads in VA.

Starbucks

New: as of July 1st, 2010 totally Free!

no login, password, card, etc.... easy to use!

Read their post about their new Free easy to use wi-fi!

(You used to need to buy a card with at least $5 on it and set up a starbucks account online, being sure to login and to use your card every 30 days, to have money on it, etc... )

Panera

now two locations in DC!

-1350 Connecticut Avenue

Dupont Circle, south exit

-Irving at 14th St, NW

Columbia Heights

they also have locations by metro in:

just north on Colesville at Georgia

Silver Spring, MD

in the Ballston Commons Mall

Ballston, VA

Safeway

many Safeway stores now have free wireless in their cafes so you should call first

some are run by Starbucks. I know for sure that these two have:

-1100 4th St, SW

Waterfront

-5th & K St, NW

Gallery Place, Mt Vernon Sq, Circulator bus

McDonalds

New: Apparently, most all of the McDonalds in the area now have offer free wireless internet! To see which ones in the area have wi-fi and to learn more, please click here. You'll want to type in your zipcode and look for the ones with a green box on the far right.

Cosi
locations throughout the city and in MD and VA!
Dupont, Downtown, Capitol Hill

Bars & Restaurants in DC:

Angelico
pizza and sandwich place, casual
*multiple locations, see list online
-4529 Wisconsin Avenue NW
Tenleytown

*I know the one in Tenleytown has

seating, waiter service and free wireless,

not sure about the others, please call

Breadsoda *Late Night Spot*

beer, billiards, sandwiches, open late!
-2233 Wisconsin Ave, NW

Glover Park (bus access from Tenleytown metro)

Commisary
-1443 P St NW
Logan Circle

Buffalo Billiards
-1330 19th St NW
Dupont Circle

Domku

-821 Upsher St, NW

Georgia Ave - Petworth

Chief Ikes
-1725 Columbia Rd NW
Adams Morgan

Red Derby
-3718 14th St NW (at Quincy)
Georgia Ave/Petworth

Z Burger
-4321 Wisconsin Ave, NW
Tenlyetown

Museums:

Kogod Courtyard and Luce Foundation Center
Smithsonian American Art Museum & NPG
Open 11:00am - 7:00pm
-8th & F St NW
Chinatown

Smithsonian Castle

Open 8:30am - 5:30pm

- 1000 Jefferson Drive, SW

Smithsonian

they have free wireless in cafe area

coffee and food is pricey if you are hungry

you may want to pack snacks or food

DC Public Libraries:

Great quiet place to work throughout DC!

MLK Library at 9th & G St, NW is open latest

Chinatown

View the list of Library locations!

I know that these are right near metro:

Tenleytown (brand new library! right by metro)

Shaw (brand new library! right by metro)

Cleveland Park (about a block or so from metro)

Outdoor Parks:

Farragut Square
-17th St & I St
Yes, there is free wifi in the park!
Select Golden Triangle Wireless
this directs you to GTBID site
You can change url from there
Farragut West or North

Crystal City

- free wireless in courtyards and park areas, see map

Crystal City

Northern Virginia:

Artisphere *Late Night Spot*

open late! free wi-fi art space

11am - 11pm M-F, Sat -2am, Sun - 9pm

Rosslyn

Buzz (like this new place quite a bit)

new coffeeshop, bakery, cafe and bar and on Wilson

Ballston (walk to Wilson, turn left and go a few blocks)

Cafe Amity

-1000 N. Randolph St

Ballston

Arlington Central Library

-1015 N Quincy St

Ballston

Greenberry's

-1737 Wilson Blvd

between Courthouse and Rosslyn

Busboys and Poets

Shirlington, VA (bus or car)

Java Shack

-2507 N. Franklin Rd

Arlington, VA 22201

Free wireless on Weekdays and

Until 1:00pm on Sat, Sun & Holidays

Courthouse

Northside Social (former murky)

the food and coffee here is quite good

-3211 Wilson Blvd

Clarendon

Independent cafes in MD

Jason's Deli

- 7356 Baltimore Ave.

Metro: about a 10 min walk from College Park Metro

UPCOMING & ONGOING: TRIVIA: "Trivia Night" at Tonic in Foggy Bottom every MON at 8:30pm and Tonic in Mt Pleasant every WED night at 8:00pm, Free

2011-10-31T23:23:00.000-04:00

Trivia Night at Tonic in Foggy Bottom

every Monday night!
8:30pm - 11:00pm

Free

Tonic Foggy Bottom
2036 G St, NW
Metro: Foggy Bottom

"Think your smarter than the average bear?? Put your money where your mouth is and come to TRIVIA. Teams of 2-6 compete in all areas of knowledge to win both bragging rights and a $50 Tonic gift card. Trivia starts at 8pm, but we suggest you come a little early to secure your spot! Specials include: - $3 Miller High Life's and $4 drafts (draft choice subject to change)"

Trivia Night at Tonic in Mt Pleasant
every Wednesday night!

8:00pm - 10:00pm

Free

Tonic

3155 Mt Pleasant St

Metro: Columbia Heights or take the 42 or 43 bus from Conn Ave or Dupont Circle to Mt Pleasant

UPCOMING & ONGOING: TRIVIA: Monday Night Trivia at Wonderland in Columbia Heights every MON night starting at 7:30pm, 21+ Free

2011-10-31T23:22:00.000-04:00

Monday Night Trivia Night at Wonderland

7:30pm

features prizes and drink specials
21+, Free

Wonderland Ballroom
1101 Kenyon St, NW
Metro: Columbia Heights

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Classical Concerts every SUN night at the National Gallery of Art

2011-10-31T23:17:00.000-04:00

Classical Music at the National Gallery of Art
every Sunday night
6:30pm
Free

National Gallery of Art

West Building, Main Floor
West Garden Court
Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial, closest to the West Building

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Calling all Coffee and Espresso Fans! Free Coffee Cuppings every FRI at Counter Culture's Training Center, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Free

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Coffee Cupping with Counter Culture at their Adams Morgan Training Center every Friday morning!

10:00am - 12:00pm

Free

Every Friday at the Counter Culture Coffee Training Center in Adams Morgan. Tryst and Counter Culture invite you to free coffee cuppings every Friday in Adams Morgan. P.S. Counter Culture Coffee is delicious. I am a huge fan of all of their espresso blends I've had so far!

Counter Culture Coffee Training Center

1836 Columbia Road, NW (above the old DWR)

Metro: Woodley Park or Columbia Heights and take the Circulator bus to 18th St/ Adams Mill or walk from Woodley. You can also take the 42 bus from Dupont Circle toward Mt Pleasant to 18th St.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Monthly: Live Band Karaoke at Chief Ike's in Adams Morgan every third WED of the month from 8:00pm - 11:00pm, Free, 21+

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Live Band Karaoke at Chief Ike's
every third Wednesday of the month
8:00pm - 11:00pm
Free, 21+

Live Band Karaoke brought to you by Northeast Corridor, the band. Sing On Stage with a live cover band! Over 100 hit songs to choose from. Get more details and check out the song list here!

Chief Ike's Mambo Room
1725 Columbia Road, NW
Metro: Columbia Heights or Woodly Park and take the Circulator bus, it's about a 15 minute walk from Columbia Heights. You can also take the 42 bus from Dupont or Conn Ave downtown toward Mt Pleasant and get off at Ontario Rd

UPCOMING & ONGOING: OPEN MIC: At Politics & Prose Coffeehouse every FRI night 7:30pm - 10:00pm, Free!

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Open Mic at Modern Times Coffeehouse at Politics and Prose Bookstore

Every Friday night!

7:30pm - 10:00pm

Free

Sign up at 7:30 at the counter in the coffeehouse. Free to watch and play. Please note, there are no mics.

Modern Times Coffeehouseinside of Politics & Prose
5015 Connecticut Ave, NW

Metro: Van Ness and take the L2 bus or walk uphill for a bit

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: King Street Bluegrass plays live at Telegraph Station every THURS, 7:30pm - 10:30pm, by donation, 21+

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King Street Bluegrass Live at Telegraph Station

every Thursday night

7:30pm - 10:30pm

Free, donations welcome

King Street Bluegrass plays at Telegraph Station every Thursday night to help raise money for the Cat Tails Inc. Rescue group. Even a small donation helps.

Telegraph Station

5735 Telegraph Road

Alexandria, VA
Metro: Huntington and take a short taxi or bus ride

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Community Yoga Classes every SUN at Quiet Mind Yoga in Columbia Heights 4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Quiet Mind Yoga Community Classes
Every Sunday *except during holidays and teacher training*

Please be sure to confirm first on their website

4:00pm - 5:00pm

(possibly 12:00pm - 1:15pm as well)

Free!

Each Sunday Quiet Mind Yoga generously hosts a Free Community Yoga Class and a chance for you to check out their eco-friendly studio and mingle with your neighbors!

Quiet Mind Yoga Studio
3423 14^th St, NW
Metro: Columbia Heights, walk north on 14th St a few blocks, studio is on the right

UPCOMING & ONGOING: JAZZ: Jazz Night at Westminster Church every FRI night in Southwest by the Waterfront Metro from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, $5, under 16 free!

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Jazz Night at Westminster Church

in Southwest by the Waterfront Metro

every Friday night!

6:00pm - 9:00pm

All ages

$5, free for those under 16

Jazz Night every Friday night at Westminster Church just a block or so from the Waterfront Metro station in SW. See the full schedule of performances here. Food and beverages are available for purchase from 5:30pm to 8:45pm. For those driving, parking is also available in the church lot, neighboring commercial garages, or on the street.

Westminster Church

400 I Street, SW

Metro: Waterfront

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Meditation & Vegetarian Dinner at Seekers Church in Takoma hosted by SOS DC Every SUN except the 1st one 3:00pm - 5:00pm, Free

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SOS DC hosts Meditation Satsang - followed by a free vegetarian meal

every Sunday except the 1st Sunday of the month

3:00pm - 5:00pm

Free

Enjoy a free meditation with the folks from Science of Spirituality and a free vegetarian meal afterwards. Every Sunday of the month, except for the 1st one.

Contacts if you have questions: Karin 301.649.7670 or David 202.258.507 Email: DCInfo@sos.org

Seekers Church

(Note: please use back entrance)

276 Carroll Street, NW (map)

Metro: Takoma, walk about a block, across the street on Carroll

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: Live Jazz at Tryst in Adams Morgan! MON, TUES & WED Nights, Free

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Live Jazz at Tryst in Adams Morgan
Every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday
8:00pm - 10:00pm

Free

Monday Nights

The Will Rast Trio

Tuesday Nights

The Peter Adelman Quartet

Wednesday Nights

Love Some Thing Jazz Trio

Tryst2459 18th St, NW
Metro: Woodley Park or Columbia Heights
Take the Circulator bus to 18th St & Adams Mill

UPCOMING & ONGOING: KARAOKE: "Kostume Karaoke" at Solly's every 2nd & 4th WED and at Little Miss Whiskey's every 1st & 3rd 8:00pm - 1:30am, 21+, Free

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Kostume Karaoke at Solly's

every 2nd and 4th Wednesday

8:00pm - 1:30am
Free, 21+

Some people come for the karaoke, some come for the costumes, some come for both... and a whole lot of silliness as well! Costumes provided on site and you must be in costume if you want to take the mic. You can learn more about Kostume Karaoke on their facebook group here.

Kostume Karaoke happens every Wednesday Night!

2nd & 4th Wednesday at Solly's on U St

1st & 3rd Wednesday at Little Miss Whiskey's on H St, NE

Solly's Tavern

11th & U St

Metro: U St, African American Civil War Memorial exit

UPCOMING & ONGOING: You can Walk the Labyrinth at The National Cathedral again! Every last TUES of the month from 6:00pm - 8:45pm, Free

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Very happy to see that this event is back up and running now that the Cathedral has been reopened! This monthly event is super if you're looking for something a bit more contemplative.

Walk the Laybrinth at the National Cathedral

an evening of contemplative practice on
the last Tuesday of every month

6:00pm - 8:45pm

Free

Walk the Labyrinth and listen to live music every last Tuesday of the month at The National Cathedral. Includes a Special Program from 7:30pm - 8:30pm each month.

Washington National Cathedral

3101 Wisconsin Ave, NW

Wisconsin & Mass Ave basically

Metro: Dupont Circle and bus along Mass Ave or take the metro to Tenleytown and then take any of the 30 line buses south along Wisconsin Ave. The buses along Wisconsin Ave run more frequently than the crosstown ones so when I go I usually go this way or I wait for the 96 line to McLean Gardens (also doesn't run frequently but takes you right to the Cathedral) from the Woodley Park metro to the intersection of Woodley Rd and Connecticut.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: POETRY: Open Mic Night at IOTA in Clarendon, VA every 2nd SUN of the month, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Free

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Poetry Open Mic at Iota

every 2nd Sunday of the month

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Free

"The IOTA Poetry Series is held each second Sunday of the month from 6pm to 8pm and is hosted by poet Miles David Moore. Unless otherwise noted, open readings follow readings by featured artists. Free admission. Poets are encouraged to attend the IOTA Poetry Series and sign up for the open reading."

IOTA Club & Cafe

2832 Wilson Blvd
Metro: Clarendon, just a few blocks

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MEDITATION: IMCW meets every SUN at All Souls 16th & Harvard near Columbia Heights & Adams Morgan, 6:00pm - 7:30pm, by donation

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Insight Meditation every Sunday Night at All Souls on 16th St

6:00pm - 7:30pm

dhana, donation, based, $10 suggested, no one turned away
Hosted by IMCW

Note that the Second Sunday of the month is a shorter meditation followed by a vegetarian potluck

"Insight meditation cultivates our natural wisdom and compassion. Meditation practice develops concentration, which allows us to calm and steady the mind. This class includes a 30-minute guided meditation, 45-minute dharma talk, and then discussion. Newcomers to meditation and long time practitioners are welcome to attend our classes in metro D.C. No registration is necessary. Chairs are always provided or you may bring your sitting gear."

This evening meditation is usually led by Hugh Byrne, Klia Bassing or Vicki Goodman. Sometimes Ken Yamaguchi-Clark will lead a tai chi or movement exercise as well. You can check out all of their bios here.

All Souls Unitarian

in the Eaton Room, 2nd floor

16th and Harvard St, NW, enter on Harvard between 15th & 16th

Metro: Columbia Heights or take S2 or S4 bus along 16th St to Harvard

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: "Hill Country Live" brings the Spirit of Austin's Music Scene to DC every TUES - SAT nights, Most Shows are Free!

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Enjoy the Musical flavors of Texas on 7th St, NW

"Hill Country Live" brings the spirit of Austin's music scene to DC

Most of the shows downstairs in the Boot Bar are free!

"Hill Country Live" showcases American Roots Music found in Texas and beyond its borders - artists who play with heart and soul are welcome, no matter where they are from. Styles you don't find in many other venues in the DC area include: Honky-Tonk, Western Swing, Rockabilly, Roots Rock, Alternative Country, Blues and Americana.

Hill Country has a BBQ market on the main floor, while the Boot Bar downstairs serves as a performance venue Tuesday through Saturday nights. Live band karaoke on Wednesday nights too. Shows are all free unless there is a cover noted. See schedule here.

Hill Country - in the Boot Bar

410 7th St, NW

Metro: Archives - Navy Memorial or Gallery Pl - Chinatown

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Live Band Karaoke with Northeast Corridor at Chief Ike's this WED, Dec 21st - and every 3rd WED of the month - 8:00pm - 11:00pm, Free, 21+

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Live Band Karaoke with Northeast Corridor

every third Wednesday of the month at Chief Ikes

8:00pm - 11:00pm

Free, 21+

Northeast Corridor plays Live Band Karaoke party every 3rd Wednesday of the month at Chief Ike's in Adams Morgan! Choose from over 100 hit songs! They provide the lyrics, the grooves, and the background singers. You rock the Mic! Invite your friends and arrive early to get the song of your choice.

Chief Ike's Mambo Room
1725 Columbia Rd, NW - in Adams Morgan

Metro: You can take the 42 or 43 bus there from Conn Ave downtown or Dupont, get off at the stop by the Safeway, Ontario Rd. You can also take the Circulator bus from Woodley Park metro to the same stop or you can take the Circulator from Columbia Rd and 14th St from Columbia Heights Metro, or walk about 15 minutes.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Lunchtime Performances every WED in Chinatown as part of "Happenings at the Harman" 12:00pm - 1:00pm

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"Happenings at the Harman"
Performances every Wednesday
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Free

"Happenings at the Harman" is a performance series that takes place at Harman Hall every Wednesday from noon - 1:00pm. The series brings the community up close and personal with the performers and performances at the Harman Center for the Arts as well as throughout the metro-D.C. community. Performances are free, arrive early to grab a good seat! Learn more and view schedule here!

Sidney Harman Hall

610 F St, NW

Metro: Gallery Place - Chinatown, Arena exit

UPCOMING & ONGOING: POETRY: Monthly "Poetry in Bloom" Writing Group every fourth WED of the month from 6:00pm - 7:00pm, by donation

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Monthly "Poetry in Bloom" Writing Group

Wednesday, February 22nd
6:00pm - 7:00pm

by donation, $5 - $10 suggested

Tonight, Bloombars will be having their monthly "Poetry in Bloom" Writing Group upstairs in the Gallery, hosted by Joseph LMS Green. No experience necessary-- just paper and pen. You'll have a chance to "plant the seeds for new poetry by free-writing using writing prompts, sharing your work, and getting some practice reading aloud. BloomBars is a safe and encouraging space so don’t be shy, give it a try!" Guest instructor: Joseph LMS Green will lead the first three workshops in 2012, on Jan 25, Feb 22nd and March 28th. You can reaad more about him on the invite.

BloomBars

3222 11th St, NW

next to Wonderland at Kenyon

Metro: Columbia Heights, walk up 14th a block, turn right on Kenyon, left on 11th

UPCOMING & ONGOING: The Harikaraoke Band & Gong Show at Wonderland this TUES, Jan 24th - and every TUES night - from 9:00pm - 12:00am, Free, 21+

2011-10-31T00:40:00.000-04:00

The Harikaraoke Band & Gong Show
every Tuesday night
9:00pm - 12:00am
Free, 21+

The Harikaraoke Band & Gong Show with Live Karaoke Band, every Tuesday night at Wonderland Ballroom.

The Wonderland Ballroom
1101 Kenyon St, NW (map)
Metro: Columbia Heights

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MEDITATION: Relax... Learn to Meditate

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Learn to Meditate! Here are some locations where you can meditate for Free in DC.

IMCW
Sunday nights in Columbia Heights, All Souls
Wednesday nights at River Road, MD

The Shambhala Center
Cleveland Park

Art of Living
15th St, Columbia Heights

Science of Spirituality
Takoma Park

UPCOMING & ONGOING: POETRY: Sparkle queer-friendly open mic at Busboys and Poets 5th & K every fourth WED of the month from 9:00pm - 11:00pm, $5

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*Sparkle* queer-friendly open mic
Wednesday, February 22nd

every fourth Wednesday

9:00pm - 11:00pm

$5

*Sparkle* is a monthly queer-friendly poetry reading and *open mic* hosted by local poets and spoken word artists Regie Cabico and Danielle Evennou. If you want to sign up for the open mic, please arrive at 8:50pm. The slots are 3-4 minutes long and *all styles* - poets, singers, storytellers, comedians, musicians - are welcome to perform! Pictured, Jessica Genia Simon.

Wristbands/tickets are $5 and are sold all day in the Global Exchange store beginning at 11:00m, 'til they are sold out. Limit of 4 wristbands per person. Cash only. No Refunds.

Busboys and Poets

5th & K St, NW

Metro: Take the Circulator bus to 5th & Mass or walk from Gallery Place or Mt Vernon Sq Metro.

UPCOMING & ONGOING: JAZZ: Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra performs every MON night, 8:00pm - 11:00pm, All ages, $7

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Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra

every Monday night

8:00pm - 11:00pm

All ages, $7

Bohemian Caverns

11th & U St, NW

Metro: U St

UPCOMING & ONGOING: JAZZ: "Take Five!" Live Jazz every Third THURS of the month in the Kogod Courtyard at SAAM/ NPG from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, Free

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"Take Five!" Live Jazz at SAAM/ NPG
every Third Thursday of the month!

5:00pm - 7:00pm

Free

Take Five! takes place in the Kogod Courtyard, one of the architectural marvels of DC and one of my personal favorite places! It's huge, high-ceilings and open space look up to the sky through an undulating glass canopy. Note: This museum is located in Chinatown, not on The Mall.

Smithsonian American Art Museum & National Portrait Gallery -Kogod Courtyard

Between 7th & 9th St, F & G St, NW
Metro: Gallery Place - Chinatown

UPCOMING & ONGOING: IMPROV: Washington Improv Theater puts on Harold Night at Source Theatre TUES, Dec 27th and every TUES night at 10:00pm, Free

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Check out some Improv at WIT's Harold Night

every Tuesday night at Source Theatre

10:00pm, doors at 9:45pm
Free!

Washington Improv Theater (WIT) puts on Harold Night every Tuesday night at Source. Each week is a demonstration, celebration, and experiment in the world-famous improv longform, Harold. It starts with an audience suggestion and explores whatever themes emerge through a series of scenes. Stories are made up on the spot and characters intended to delight, and always a good time. Harold Night has been running in DC every Tuesday since March 18, 2010. Come down to Source and check them out, every Tuesday night.

Source Theatre
1835 14th St, NW
Metro: U St

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Website Development: Free Drupal Trainings every month on the 1st and 2nd TUES of the month from 7:00pm - 9:00pm

2011-10-31T00:08:00.002-04:00

2 free Drupal trainings a month
1st and 2nd Tuesday of the month

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Free

Note: This class will be offered once a month starting in December and will be at a new location as well. I'm awaiting information about new location - will update post when I have the new info. Of course, you can check their website as well for updates.

Free Drupal trainings are offered on the second Tuesday evenings of each month. No need to make a reservation: Just show up at the door with your laptop and your Drupal ambitions (or problems). The free trainings cover a range of topics designed to gently bring you or your staff into the world of Drupal. Unique classes are offered for designers, content managers, and developers. Each topic is chosen to be beneficial to the widest audience possible.

Learn more and view a list of free Drupal trainings.

Questions, call 202.325.0505 and ask for DC Drupal Training

Location: TBA

UPCOMING & ONGOING: WORKOUT: Free Intro to Capoeira Classes every MON night on U St from 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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Free Capoeira Classes at Center on U St

every Monday night

6:30pm - 7:30pm

Free

Saw a poster hanging at Tryst, though the free class isn't listed on their website so you may want to call or email them first to confirm, (202) 628-0095 or ucac.dc[at]gmail.com.

The Universal Capoeira Angola Center

1351 U St, NW

Metro: U St

UPCOMING & ONGOING: OPEN MIC: "The Garden" Open Mic for Music, Poetry, Storytelling, Dance... every MON night at Bloombars in Columbia Heights from 9:00pm - 11:00pm, 8:30pm sign up, All ages, by donation

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"The Garden" Open Mic night at BloomBars

every Monday night

9:00pm - 11:00pm

All ages, by donation $5 - $10 suggested

This Open Mic is open to all styles - poetry, music, comedy, story telling, dance... and is hosted by Jonathan B. Tucker and Gowri K. Doors. Sign up starts at 8:30pm, show starts at 9:00pm.

BloomBars

3222 11th St, NW
at Kenyon, next to Wonderland
Metro: Columbia Heights

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Here's a List of Regular Classes and Events at BloomBars!

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Regular Weekly Events at BloomBars

Sundays:

Capoeira: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Drumming Classes: 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Seed the Sound: 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Mondays:

Poetry in the Morning 7:30 am – 8:15 am

Belly Dance – Danza del Vientre: 6:45 pm – 7:45 pm

The Garden: Open Mic: 8:30 pm – 11:00 pm

Tuesdays:

BloomScreen Indie Film Night: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Thursdays:

Samba Class: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Improv Comedy Night: Every Other Thursday at 8:15 pm – 9:00 pm

Saturdays:

Capoeira: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bachata Classes: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm

Monthly Events at BloomBars

Jazz to Mother Earth
Cipherstock Open Jam
Mind Power Freestlye Jam
StoryTime for BabyBloomers
Meditation Classes
High School Open Mic
Sunrise Cinema
Tap Dance Workshops

BloomBars (see full calendar)

3222 11th St, NW (at Kenyon)

Metro: Columbia Heights

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MEDITATION: Dharma Talk & Meditation every THURS night at the Shambhala Center in Cleveland Park 7:00pm - 9:00pm, Free

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Thursday Night Meditation followed by Dharma Talk
at the Shambhala Center in Cleveland Park
every Thursday night

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Free, Donations appreciated

Schedule:
7:00pm –7:45pm Meditation practice and instruction

7:45pm -8:00pm Tea and refreshments
8:00pm Dharma Talk and Open Discussion

Everyone is welcome to attend and there is no charge for talk, meditation session or instruction. If you are new to the Center, meditation instruction is available at 7pm. After the meditation there will be a Dharma Talk and Open Discussion led by a senior student or teacher where you'll have a chance to explore and discuss various topics, from Buddhism, to meditation and the world of our daily lives at the Shambhala Center in Cleveland Park.

Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, DC

3520 Connecticut Ave, NW

Metro: Cleveland Park, super close to the metro

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Open Drum Circle on Capitol Hill, every 1st and 3rd TUES from 7:30pm - 9:00pm, Free

2011-10-31T00:02:00.007-04:00

Rhythm Workers Union Open Drum Circle
every 1st and 3rd Tuesday
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Free

The Rhythm Workers Union meets twide a month on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays nights at the Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church for an open drum circle and jam, with some African, Latin, Middle Eastern and other rhythms from around the world.

Capitol Hill Presbyterian Church
4th and Independence Ave, SE
Metro: Capitol South

UPCOMING & ONGOING: OPEN MIC: "Spit Dat" every THURS at the ECAC, 8:45pm - 11:30pm, $1

2011-10-31T00:02:00.006-04:00

"Spit Dat" Open Mic Event at the ECAC
Every Thursday Night
8:45pm – 11:30pm
All ages, just $1

Droopy the Broke Baller and Mister Mysterious Dwayne B present "Spit Dat" weekly open mic event every Thursday night at the ECAC!).

Note: From the description: "There is no age restriction for our "Spit Dat" open mic event. We welcome all open-minded and respectful audiences. However, if you plan to bring youths through the event, please realize that we do not censor our artists and therefore your children [and, for that matter, you] may be exposed to content of an "explicit" nature."

Emergence Community Arts Collective (ECAC)
733 Euclid St, NW (right near Georgia Ave)
Metro: Shaw - Howard University and take a bus north on Georgia Ave

"Free in DC" Free Events & Things to do in DC!

UPCOMING: Tonight! Dance, Drum, Fire... Open Spirit Circle at Seekers Church in Takoma Park SAT, Jan 28th Indoor Fire Circle 7:30pm - 11:00pm + Potluck and Discussion 6:00pm - 7:30pm, by donation, suggested $10

UPCOMING: Today! DC Grey Market, local food bazaar, returns to Brightwood at 14th & Kennedy SAT, Jan 28th from 1:00pm - 4:00pm, $2

UPCOMING: Tonight! DJ Medusa and DJ Strange Guest DJ at Midnight SAT, Jan 28th from 9:00pm - 3:00am, first 12 people get in free, $5, 18+

UPCOMING: MUSIC: Tonight! The Children of Uganda Tour of Light 2012 stops at The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage this SAT, Jan 28th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Today! Free Art & Dance Classes SAT, Jan 28th as part of the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop 40th Anniversary Celebration! 40 Free Events in 40 Days! WED, Jan 4th - SUN, Feb 12th, Free, most events require advance RSVP

UPCOMING: Today! Free Arts & Culture Events this Weeked from CultureCapital.com! SAT, Jan 28th & SUN, Jan 29th

UPCOMING: THEATER: Today! Staged Reading of Danielle Mohlman’s “Stopgap” with Field Trip Theatre at the Cleveland Park Library this SAT, Jan 28th from 2:00pm - 5:00pm, Free, RSVP Requested

UPCOMING: ARTIST TALK + ART OPENING: Tonight! American University Museum at the Katzen Center celebrates their new Winter Exhibition with an Artist Talk with Anil Revri this SAT, Jan 28th from 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Followed by an Opening Reception from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Free

UPCOMING: GALLERY TALK: " Works in Progress: Reflections and Undercurrents: Printmaking in Venice, 1900-1940" at the National Gallery of Art MON, Jan 30th at 12:10pm and 1:10pm, Free

UPCOMING: YOGA: Free Yoga Classes in Logan Circle! SUN, Jan 29th at 11:00am and TUES, Jan 31st at 7:00pm, Advance RSVP required

UPCOMING: BloomScreen and TransAfrica present "Salvador Dawning" - about Brazil's equal rights movement for Afri-Brazilians - this TUES, Jan 31st at BloomBars from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, All ages, by donation

UPCOMING: TALK: "The Arts Ripple Effect: A Research Based Strategy to Build Shared Responsibility for the Arts" at Woolly Mammoth WED, Feb 1st from 3:30pm - 5:00pm, Free, RSVP Required as space is limited

UPCOMING: GALLERY TALK: Conversations with Curators and Educators on "The French Eighteenth-Century Art of Jean François de Troy" MON, Jan 30th & TUES, Jan 31st from 12:00pm - 12:40pm, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "ApocalypTOON 2012" features works by Editorial and Political Cartoonists - On view at the Artisphere for one weekend only! FRI, Jan 27th - SUN, Jan 29th, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: Free Lunchtime Concert Series - every TUES - at The Church of the Epiphany, near Metro Center, 12:10pm - 1:00pm, donations appreciated

UPCOMING: THEATER: "Locally Grown" Festival at the DC JCC hosts Staged Readings and Performances from DC area Playwrights! Continues MON, Feb 6th - SUN, Feb 19th, $10 for each event or get a Festival pass for $30

UPCOMING & ONGOING: COMEDY: Open Mics most TUES, WED & THURS Nights in DC and the Metro Area!

UPCOMING: MUSIC: Classical Concert featured cellist Natalie Spehar and others as part of The Angels Concert Series at The Church of the Holy City this SUN, Jan 29th from 3:30pm - 4:30pm, Free, donations welcome

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MEDITATION: Free Meditation Classes at the Shambhala Center in Cleveland Park every MON, TUES & THURS Night and 1st & 3rd SUN

ON VIEW: ART: "Amy Hughes Braden: Too Extroverted To Paint" THURS, Jan 19th - SUN, March 11th at the Artisphere in Rosslyn, Free

ON VIEW: EXHIBITION: Last Chance! "CHINA Town: Contemporary Ceramic Painting from Jingdezhen" at Meridian International Center on 16th St, FRI, Sept 23rd - SUN, Jan 29th, Free

UPCOMING: DC Capoeira Classes - January Promotion $10 drop-in classes on TUES & THURS Nights and SAT & SUN Mornings near Columbia Heights Metro

ON VIEW: ART: "Michael Craig-Martin: Drawings" and "Let's Eat! Works from the GW Permanent Collection" at GWU's Luther Brady Gallery, WED, Dec 7th - FRI, Feb 17th, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: JAZZ: 355 Jazz Masters Quartet play at India Garden on Rockville Pike this SAT, Jan 14th - and every SAT in Jan and Feb- 6:30pm - 9:30pm, Free, All ages

ON VIEW: ART: "The Exceptional Everyday: Design Post-Process Nine Contemporary Norwegian Industrial Designers" at the Corcoran's Gallery 31 from WED, Dec 21st - SUN, Jan 22nd , Free

UPCOMING: Please see facebook for more events Today, Tonight and Tomorrow that I didn't have time to create individual posts for! Lots of good ones!

OF NOTE: Honoring MLK: You can watch the MLK Day at the National Cathedral which took place on MON, Jan 16th online now! Free

UPCOMING: Free Capoeira for Beginners Classes every MON in January from 6:30pm - 7:30pm, All ages welcome

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: Last Chance! Special Featured Document on Display at The National Archives "150th Anniversary of the Medal of Honor" On view through MON, Jan 16th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Last Chance! "Floating Utopia: Mobile Art Gallery Designs" at the Artisphere Works In Progress Gallery WED, Dec 4th - MON, Jan 16th, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Performances Every Day at The Kennedy Center Millennium Stage, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

ON VIEW: "Art @ Work" at the Joan Hisaoka Gallery at the Smith Center FRI, Jan 13th - SAT, Feb 18th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Honfleur Gallery presents "Visual Audio: Inquiries Into Found Media" FRI, Jan 13th - FRI, Feb 24th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "Decathlon" at the DCAC in Adams Morgan FRI, Jan 13th - SUN, Feb 5th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Photography: "Second Look: Selections from a Print Lab's Archives" at Vivid Solutions in SE from FRI, Jan 13th - FRI, March 30th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Arlington Arts Center hosts three new shows! "She Got Game" Gillian Schroeder's "herd" and "Students Select Students" FRI, Jan 13th - SUN, March 18th, Free

OF NOTE: For more Free events happening this month, please see CultureCapital.com's INSIDE-OUT page custom designed for Free in DC readers!

ON VIEW: ART: Last Chance! ART Options Debut Art Exhibit "Creativity in Our Community" at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel WED, Nov 2nd - January 2012, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Solo Show for Mike Weber at Long View Gallery THURS, Jan 19th - SUN, Feb 19th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Milena Spasic's "Kosovo Series" at the Washington Studio School in Dupont MON, Jan 9th - FRI, Feb 10th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "Liana Finck: The Bintel Brief " at Sixth & I Historic Synagogue WED, Jan 11th - FRI, March 2nd, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "Yours Truly: Figurative Paintings in Encaustic and Mixed Media" at The Popcorn Gallery at Glen Echo SUN, Jan 15th, 3:00pm- 5:30pm, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Hillyer, in Dupont, features works by Lucinda Murphy and Monica Stroik from FRI, Jan 6th - FRI, Jan 27th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: January All-Media Exhibit at The Art League in Old Town, Alexandria WED, Jan 4th - MON, Feb 6th + Opening Reception on THURS, Jan 12th 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Free

ON VIEW: ART: New York Society of Etchers Invitational at Washington Printmakers Gallery from WED, Jan 4th - SAT, Jan 28th, Free

PAST: ART: "The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries" at the NGA East Building, SUN, Sept 18th - SUN, Jan 8th, Free

ON VIEW: MULTI-MEDIA: "The Immersive Ideal" a multimedia installation designed by Kelley Bell and Stephan Moore, at the Artisphere SAT, Jan 7th - SUN, Jan 22nd, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Paintings by Edward Bear Miller at the Foundry Gallery in Dupont WED, Jan 4th - SUN, Jan 29th, Free

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OF NOTE: YOGA: New Studio Opens in Petworth on MON, Jan 2nd, Special Intro 8 class pack, just $5 per class

ON VIEW: FILM: Screening of Jesse Kanda's "Waking From A Coma" at the Artisphere, in Rotation all day long, THURS, Dec 22nd - WED, Feb 15th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: The Dunes presents "Dystopia" featuring local artists Matt Sesow & Dana Ellyn! FRI, Dec 16th - Jan 31st, Free

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: The only US appearance of the "Anglo-Saxon Hoard: Gold from England's Dark Ages" at National Geographic! Now - SUN, March 4th $8 -$4

ON VIEW: ART: "Year's End / New Beginnings " at Zenith Gallery at Chevy Chase Pavilllion in Friendship Heights, TUES, Dec 1st - SAT, Feb 25th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "Shining Stars" sculptures on view at Zenith Gallery Sculpture Space at 12th & Penn WED, Sept 7th - SAT, Feb 25th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "30 Americans" features works by African American Artists (Rubell Family Collection) at the Corcoran, Oct 1st - SUN, Feb 12th, $10, $8

ON VIEW: ART: "Multiplicity" at the Smithsonian American Art Museum, FRI, Nov 11th - SUN, March 11th, 2012 , Free

ON VIEW: "Momentum: A Juried Exhibition of Emerging Artists with Disabilities" On View at the Ripley Center WED, Sept 7th - SUN, Jan 22nd, Free

ON VIEW: ART: Multiple Exhibitions on view at American University's Katzen Center! TUES - SUN, 11:00am - 4:00pm, Free!

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: “Earth as Art” at the Library of Congress TUES, May 31st - THURS, May 31st, 2012, Free

ON VIEW: "The Invention of Glory: Afonso V and the Pastrana Tapestries" at the NGA East Building SUN, Sept 18th - SUN, Jan 8th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "ArtsVisions of the Orient: Western Women Artists in Asia 1900–1940" at The National Museum of Women in the Arts, FRI, Oct 28th - SUN, Jan 15th $10, $8, free on the first Sunday of the month

ON VIEW: PHOTOGRAPHY: "Big Cats" at National Geographic SAT, Sept 24th - SUN, April 8th, Free

ON VIEW: ART: New show highlighting Contemporary Chilean Artists at Art Museum of the Americas THURS, Sept 15th - SUN, Jan 22nd, Free

ON VIEW: ART: "Harry Callahan at 100" at the National Gallery of Art West Building SUN, Oct, 2nd - SUN, March 4th, Free

ON VIEW: EXHIBIT: Love LEGO? Love Architecture? You'll Love this Exhibition at the National Building Museum! Now - MON, Sept 5th, 2012! $8

ON VIEW: ART: Murals DC Tour with DCCAH, self guided

OF NOTE: Where to Wi-Fi for Free in DC! Updated List - February 2011

UPCOMING & ONGOING: TRIVIA: "Trivia Night" at Tonic in Foggy Bottom every MON at 8:30pm and Tonic in Mt Pleasant every WED night at 8:00pm, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: TRIVIA: Monday Night Trivia at Wonderland in Columbia Heights every MON night starting at 7:30pm, 21+ Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Classical Concerts every SUN night at the National Gallery of Art

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Calling all Coffee and Espresso Fans! Free Coffee Cuppings every FRI at Counter Culture's Training Center, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Monthly: Live Band Karaoke at Chief Ike's in Adams Morgan every third WED of the month from 8:00pm - 11:00pm, Free, 21+

UPCOMING & ONGOING: OPEN MIC: At Politics & Prose Coffeehouse every FRI night 7:30pm - 10:00pm, Free!

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: King Street Bluegrass plays live at Telegraph Station every THURS, 7:30pm - 10:30pm, by donation, 21+

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Free Community Yoga Classes every SUN at Quiet Mind Yoga in Columbia Heights 4:00pm - 5:00pm

UPCOMING & ONGOING: JAZZ: Jazz Night at Westminster Church every FRI night in Southwest by the Waterfront Metro from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, $5, under 16 free!

UPCOMING & ONGOING: Meditation & Vegetarian Dinner at Seekers Church in Takoma hosted by SOS DC Every SUN except the 1st one 3:00pm - 5:00pm, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: MUSIC: Live Jazz at Tryst in Adams Morgan! MON, TUES & WED Nights, Free

UPCOMING: GALLERY TALK: " Works in Progress: Reflections and Undercurrents: Printmaking in Venice, 1900-1940" at the National Gallery of Art MON, Jan 30th at 12:10pm and 1:10pm, Free

UPCOMING & ONGOING: POETRY: Sparkle queer-friendly open mic at Busboys and Poets 5th & K every fourth WED of the month from 9:00pm - 11:00pm, $5