photo by Victoria Pickering
Thanks to MD for the reminder: “fireworks at 8:30pm at Freedom Plaza on Saturday”
From AlertDC:
“MPD reports on Saturday, April 15, 2023, the 2023 Emancipation Day Celebration will take place in the District of Columbia. In conjunction with this event, there will be parking restrictions and street closures that motorists should take into consideration” (more…)
photo by LaTur
From Wunder Garten:
“Wunder Garten Beer Garden (1101 First St. NE) announces their annual ‘FrühlingsFest’ – a two-weekend German inspired ‘Spring festival’ event sponsored by Spaten celebrating the spring season. (more…)
From a press release:
“DC Brau Brewing, the first production brewery in the District of Columbia since the 1950s, is celebrating its 12 year anniversary with its first ever package refresh launching this May. The new look aims to maintain the same recognizable feel of DC Brau that customers have come to love, but with a more modern twist. (more…)
photos courtesy Story of Our Schools
From a press release:
“The Story of Our Schools and Eastern High School are proud to present “100 Years of Eastern High School” as part of the school’s 100th anniversary celebration. The exhibit features a replica of the Greensboro Four lunch counter, where civil rights activist and Eastern Alum, Franklin McCain, staged the famous sit-in, as well as a photographic timeline that honors Eastern’s academic, athletic, and creative accomplishments over the last 100 years. (more…)
courtesy Washington Nationals
From the Nationals:
“2019 World Series champion Gerardo Parra, who endeared himself to Nationals fans and baseball lovers across the globe with his “Baby Shark” walk-up music, will kick off 2023 Opening Day celebrations on Thursday, March 30, by leading the World-Famous Budweiser Clydesdales on a parade around Washington, D.C.’s Navy Yard neighborhood. (more…)
From an email:
“A festival celebrating the Iranian New Year/Spring Equinox will be held from noon until 4 pm, Saturday March 18 at Hook Hall. (more…)
photo by Ryan Jones
From an email:
“Spring is almost here, which makes it the perfect time to add to your urban garden or beloved houseplant collection with a pothos or Madagascar jewel. Join plant community Plant Karma on Feb. 26 at Public Bar as DC’s plant parents sip cocktails and show off exotic plants and accessories, trade plants and tips on plant care, and maybe even take home a unique cutting of their own. (more…)
From an email:
“Mardi Gras at metrobar, presented by Chinola
Saturday, Feb. 18th, starting at 3pm
Presented by Chinola, metrobar is bringing a taste of New Orleans to DC! Enjoy craft cocktails inspired by Mardi Gras and NOLA classics, Creole food, and LIVE music by the Julian Berkowitz Quartet, and tunes from DJ Chubb E. Swagg. Explore our full Mardi Gras cocktail list and food menu below. RSVP for free entry, and get the full NOLA Experience for $20, including: (more…)
1648 North Capitol Street, NW courtesy The Side Door/The Pub & The People
From an email:
“We are pleased and excited to present The Side Door’s Mardi Gras Pop-up beneath The Pub and the People! Enjoy NOLA OG cocktails like the Sazerac, Hurricane, Brandy Crusta, Ramos Gin Fizz, plus lots more originals from our cocktail wizard who lives in the basement! (more…)
“Surprise performers delight visitors at National GalleryNights. National Gallery of Art, Washington”
From NGA:
“The National Gallery of Art has announced the spring 2023 season for its popular National Gallery Nights after-hours program. Each event takes place from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of March, April, and May in the East Building.
Popular activities that define National Gallery Nights–music, live performances, artmaking, and pop-up talks–are centered around a specific theme for each evening. Light fare, gelato, and beverages, including beer, wine, and specialty cocktails, are available for purchase throughout the East Building and in the Terrace Café and Espresso & Gelato Bar. As with all National Gallery programs, the event is free.
Due to the popularity of National Gallery Nights, registration is required and opens one week in advance at (more…)