Photo by PoPville flickr user Ian Livingston
@NationalMallNPS with the big news:
“And the projected peak bloom dates are…March 31-April 3! Spring is on the way! #CherryBlossomDC #bloomwatch”
Festival
Anacostia River Festival 341 – NPS Credit
From an email:
“We are thrilled to announce the return of the Anacostia River Festival on Sunday, April 17 from 1 – 5PM in Anacostia Park, a premier event and official closing program of the National Cherry Blossom Festival! This year’s festival celebrates “connecting people to parks” in recognition of the National Park Service’s Centennial celebration. Activities include: kayaking, boating, fishing workshops, hands-on art projects, musical performances, bike parades, and other unique programs engaging families with the river, its history and ecology. Held in Anacostia Park, this FREE event will encourage District residents and tourists alike to explore communities and parks east of the river.
When: Sunday, April 17, 2016; 1 pm – 5 pm
Where: National Park Service’s Anacostia Park. Good Hope Road and Anacostia Drive SE
Who: FREE and open to the public.
The Anacostia River Festival is presented by the National Park Service and the 11th Street Bridge Park in partnership with the National Cherry Blossom Festival.”
Photo by PoPville flickr user Phil
From MPD:
“On Sunday, February 14, 2016, the 2016 Chinese New Year’s Parade will take place in the District of Columbia from 2:00 pm until 5:30 pm. In conjunction with this event, there will be several street closures that motorists should take into consideration:
The following streets will be closed on Sunday, February 14, 2016 from 10:00 am until 6:00 pm:
• I Street, NW from 5th Street, NW to 6th Street, NW
The following streets will be closed on Sunday, February 14, 2016 from 1:30 pm to 5:00 pm: (more…)
From an email:
“JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE “CARNAVALITO ANTILLANO” AT ESENCIAS PANAMENAS RESTAURANT [3322 Georgia Ave, NW] ON FEBRUARY 13TH AND 14TH.
ENJOY SOME WEST INDIAN FOOD ITEMS, SUCH AS BAKES & STEWED CODFISH, RUN DUN, BUCHU, HOMINY, CODFISH CAKES, BREAD PUDDING, YUCA PONE, PLANTAIN TART, PATTIES, ETC..
ALL OF THESE WILL BE SERVED “TAPAS STYLE” FOR $3.50 – IN HONOR OF THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE WEST INDIAN FAIR CELEBRATION IN PANAMA.
THERE WILL BE LIVE CARNAVAL ENTERTAINMENT ON THE 13TH”
From DC Brau:
“This year will be biggest and most brain melting yet with 5 bands and the release of 5 collaborative brews!
Sloppy Mama’s BBQ – DC Slices Pizza Truck – Rep Apron Frank Cart – Dangerously Delicious Pies
Parking is limited. If possible, please leave your car at home and come ready to celebrate. Please consider using a ride service or utilizing the complimentary shuttle service provided throughout the entirety of the event from the Rhode Island Metro.
3178-B Bladensburg Rd NE
Tickets will go onsale this Friday, February 5th at 10am. (more…)
Photo by Daniel Swartz courtesy Black Jack
From a press release:
“Black Jack will mark Mardi Gras with four days of festivities beginning on Saturday, February 6 culminating in a festive, New Orleans-style celebration on Tuesday, February 9. Guests will be made to feel as if they’re on Bourbon Street as the space will be transformed with elaborate carnival decorations, transporting patrons to the French Quarter, and the regular food and drink menu will change for the four-day period featuring Cajun-style classics. A funk band will perform on opening day and will close out the festivities on Mardi Gras. (more…)
From Harper Macaw, [a new chocolate factory up in NE]:
“we are putting together a very unique event for Valentine’s Day: a first of its kind Made in DC Sips and Bites – Pairing and Tasting. I promise it to be nothing short of outstanding!
We have brought together over 15 local DC makers in a 4 course fixed pairing menu. Local purveyors include Atlas Brew Works, Baku Beverage, Capital Kombucha, Compass Coffee, Dangerously Delicious Pies, DC Brau, Element Shrub, Gordy’s Pickle Jar, Harper Macaw, Leonora Bakery (Northside Social), On Rye, Pie Sisters, True Tonics, Red Apron, Sona Creamery, and wines provided by Schneider’s of Capitol Hill. Decorations will be idealized by Capitol Romance.
We created this event with the intention of doing something outside the box from the traditional Valentines event. Not only will it be something innovative and creative for couples, but it is an event that friends and singles will enjoy just as much.
We will hold the event at 3 different times. Tickets are $100, but for the first 20 of each slot we reserved an Early Bird special of $85.
Friday, February 12th at 7PM
Sunday, February 14th at 3PM
Sunday, February 14th at 7PM
Harper Macaw Chocolate Factory – 3160 Bladensburg Road Northeast Washington, DC
Ticket information here.”
“The Kingman Island Bluegrass & Folk Festival for its 7th year on April 30th! Come join us out on Kingman Island for music, beer, and fun.
Stay tuned for updates on attractions, passes, and more!”
Oh yeah!!!
Photo from last year’s fest by PoPville photog Lorie Shaull