Alexandria has many wonderful events that take place in the city. With popular annual events like the Scottish Walk Parade, the George Washington Birthday Celebration, the Red Cross Waterfront Festival and the fall Festival of the Arts plus new events, performances and even chocolate tastings, you will find something to do all year long!
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Bring your camera to the George Washington Birthday Celebration events this year and take an award-winning photo! Contest is open to amateurs and professionals of all ages. Contest rules and entry forms can be found at the George Washington Birthday Celebration website: http://www.washingtonbirthday.net/
Dandy Restaurant Cruises is celebrating Valentine's Day all weekend long, from Friday, February 12th - Sunday, February 14th for dinner cruises. We also will be sailing for lunch cruises on the 13th and the 14th. See website for details.
The selections include the erratic and unique composer’s "Prometheus Overture" and Symphony No. 6, "Pastorale." Piano soloist Yuliya Gorenman will be featured on Piano Concerto No. 4. Gorenman, who has been called "a pianist without fear," is the perfect artist to perform music by Beethoven, who was greatly respected for continuing to create after becoming deaf at the mid-point of his career. Gorenman is professor of piano and musician-in-residence at the American University in Washington, D.C.
Although many events making up the George Washington Birthday Celebration have been cancelled, the Birthnight Ball is scheduled to go on as planned. You are invited to the recreation of this famous celebration of Washington's Birthday set in the year 1799. The evening includes an 18th-century banquet, English country dancing, dessert collation, character re-enactors, and General and Mrs. George Washington. Period costume optional; “after-five” attire encouraged. Get your tickets early for this popular event!
CANCELLED Certified course plus 2K Fun Run through Eisenhower Valley and Alexandria's parklands. Prizes, T-shirts, refreshments. The first race of the season, benefitting Alexandria Police Youth Camp. 8:30 a.m., rain or shine.
Celebrate George Washington's birthday by joining the General for breakfast as he enjoys his favorite morning meal, "hoecakes swimming in butter and honey", cooked over an open fire (while supplies last). Following the breakfast sampler, families can participate in a "Surprise Birthday Party" for "General Washington" which includes rousing birthday cheers and a serenade, patriotic music and more. Breakfast 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m..
CANCELLED Historic camp and tactical demonstrations throughout the day, including a Revolutionary War skirmish between the Redcoats and the Colonial Army.
The Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden is offering FREE tours from 11-3 pm in celebration of Washington's birthday. Come visit us for a tour and stay for the bake sale where you can buy birthday cupcakes and make George Washington, a good friend of the Lee and Fendall families, a birthday card or a commemorative bookmark -- Victorian style! This event is suitable for children over the age of 4. Cupcakes, birthday cards and bookmarks are $1 each.
The Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association sponsors this meeting at the Holiday Inn and Suites (625 First St., Alexandria) where a hearty breakfast is served. Those in attendance are treated to the first appearance of the day by George Washington and an address by a distinguished speaker.
The nation's largest George Washington birthday parade marches a one-mile route through the streets of Old Town Alexandria. With nearly 3,500 participants including historical groups, youth from scouting groups and animals, this is still a local, community parade in honor of one of the City's favorite sons. The parade starts at 1 p.m. at the intersection of Gibbon and S. Fairfax streets. The reviewing stand is located near City Hall's Market Square, at the intersection of King and Royal streets, and ends at Wilkes and S. Royal streets.
Colonial military units gather for a special ceremony honoring the fallen soldiers of the Revolutionary War at the tomb of the Unknown Soldier of the Revolution in the courtyard of the Old Presbyterian Meeting House. George Washington and honored guests of the Celebration arrive by carriage to take part in this tribute and to hear remarks by a prominent citizen.
In honor of George Washington, on parade day these historic sites welcome you with free admission: Christ Church, 118 N. Washington Street, (703) 549-1450 - open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with George Washington's family Bible on display. Friendship Firehouse Museum, 107 S. Alfred Street, (703) 838-3891; Gadsby's Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal Street, (703) 838-4242; The Lyceum, 201 S. Washington Street, (703) 838-4994; Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum, 105-107 S. Fairfax Street, (703) 838-3852 Lee-Fendall House, 614 Oronoco Street, (703) 548-1789 - open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. with free tours and children's activities. (Cost of children's activities is $1 per activity.)
Celebrate the national observance of George Washington's birthday by visiting his home and burial site FREE-of-charge on this day. Enjoy musical and military performances by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington, featuring the 3rd U.S. Infantry, the Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps, and the Commander-in-Chief's Guard. Festivities begin after a 10 a.m. ceremony at Washington's tomb. New this year, a "Surprise Birthday Party" for the General. Join characters from the 18th century as they help visitors surprise General Washington with rousing birthday cheers and a serenade!
Celebrate Martin Luther King Day and Black History Month at this exhibition of posters by Alexandria school children. Sponsored by the Alexandria Society for the Preservation of Black Heritage and the Alexandria Black History Museum, this exhibition captures the spirit of Dr. King through the artistic efforts of Alexandria's kids. On display in the Vola Lawson Lobby of City Hall through February 28.
In preparation for the Birthnight Ball on February 13, learn 18th-century English country dancing from expert dance instructors. $12 per class; $30 for the series of three. Reservations recommended.
Valentines Day is just around the corner, let the friendly staff at Fountains Day Spa take care of the details! Our Valentines Day Specials are now posted on our website, if you have any questions give us a call at (703) 549-1990. Celebrate your love.
On Valentine's Day (or another night that week) enjoy our Flight of Sparkling Wines. Or if you missed our recent Champagne tasting, this is a great way to taste a terrific flight of 3 different sparklings. Available during normal Lunch, Dinner, + Brunch hours, we'll also offer an optional food pairing with the sparkling wine lineup.
These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our live models. We don't supply easels - only plenty of chairs - but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to use one. Loosen up and participate in a fun, fast-paced drawing experience composed primarily of a series of dynamic 1-5 minute poses. One or two favorite poses may be revisited for 10-15 minutes at the end of each session.
For people wanting to spend an extended amount of time on a pose, come to our long pose sessions. Poses will be at least one hour long and may extend for the full length of the session. This session operates on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our live models. We don't supply easels - only plenty of chairs - but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to use one.
These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our live models. We don't supply easels - only plenty of chairs - but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to use one. The session starts with some short 5 minute warm-up poses and progressively move into longer poses lasting 10-45 minutes. These sessions provide a great opportunity to hone your drawing and observation skills.
Siobhán Quinn & Michael Bowers: pyrotechnic folk, blues and songs to inspire and touch your heart. Strong harmony laden vocals over acoustic and resonator guitar. Plus, Siobhán brings a bit of Celtic flair as an internationally recognized a capella singer. A fantastic show! Nominated for Best Contemporary Folk Duo/Group & Best Contemporary Folk CD for "Dreamers, Lovers, & Outlaws". Concert 7pm – Tickets $10 The Athenaeum is one block south of King and Lee streets trolley stop.
Join us for the first in a series of four wine tastings! Want to know more about the unique wine varietals produced locally in Virginia? Here's your chance! We will feature eight outstanding wines from some of Virginia's finest wineries. Each session is $25 per person. Purchase the entire series of four for $75 per person. Additional sessions will be February 25, March 10, and March 24 and will focus on wines from Argentina, California, and France. All tasting sessions will be led by Wilkinson Wine Cellar.
Del Ray Artisans has collaborated with the Tuesdays at Two Writers Group to bring a one-of-a-kind event to the DRA gallery. Writers from Tuesdays at Two will view the artwork submitted for the Artioms show, find a piece that “speaks” to them and write whatever they are inspired to write about that piece. On the 12th, the writers from Tuesdays at Two will read their prose aloud as we walk around the gallery viewing the artwork that inspired it.
February 12-14 all jewelry is 20% off at Ten Thousand Villages! Honor your valentine with unique, handcrafted, and fairly traded jewelry, now at 20% savings!
During Black History Month, discover importance of the Gullah people and their language with "The Language You Cry In." This free movie shares links of African Americans with their ancestral past, bridging hundreds of years and thousands of miles from the Gullah people of present-day Georgia back to 18th-century Sierra Leone. It recounts the remarkable saga of how African Americans retained links with their African past through the horrors of the middle passage, slavery and segregation.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with the ultimate romantic duo: melted chocolate and...well, almost anything! We'll offer an array of tasty morsels for you to dip in our venerable El Rey chocolate.
Want to make a custom Valentine for your sweetheart? Join us for a Valentine-making workshop. Stop by the museum anytime from 10 am to 3 pm and use traditional Victorian materials to make a modern and lovely Valentine. This event is suitable for children. Fee is $1 per Valentine. Tours of the Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden are also available for an additional charge.
Join us at Cheesetique to meet the lovely husband and wife team from Keswick Creamery in Newburg, Pennsylvania. You will remember Keswick as the producer of such favorites as Dragon's Breath, Vermeer, and Blue Suede Moo. All grass-fed. All raw. All humane. All the time. This is a special opportunity to taste yummy cheeses while speaking with this charming cheese-making duo. The family that milks together stays together. How romantic! (This event is free and does not require reservations.)
Postponed by 1 week! Members of the Old Town Boutique District will be participating in the Sixth Annual Boutique District Warehouse Sale! This is a one-day clearance spectacular featuring high-end boutique merchandise from Alexandria’s top boutiques and designers. The most serious fashion fans line up in the early morning hours to get the first look at top label merchandise from renowned stores like Hysteria, Periwinkle, Mystique Jewelers, Treat, Gossypia, Apple Seed, Lawrence Miller and Company, Stanton Gallery, Bella, Red Barn Mercantile, the Christmas Attic, and local jewelry designer Queen Bee Designs. This year, Old Town's famous kitchen boutique La Cuisine joins the lineup, along with Diva, Mint Condition, and Pink and Brown. The event is access controlled, with a set number of shoppers allowed in the retail space at any time so that everyone can shop in a calm environment.
A romantic menu that includes: Appetizer selections of pan-seared Maryland jumbo lump crab cake, wild baby greens with Mandarin orange segments or Maine lobster cappuccino bisque. Entrée selections include baked pistachio-crusted Chilean sea bass, seared jumbo scallops & grilled shrimp, grilled filet mignon or herb-crusted Colorado rack of lamb. Dessert selections include triple chocolate charlotte. Served from 5:30 pm until 9:30 pm, on Saturday, February 13, and Sunday, February 14. $99.00 per couple; Price includes a bottle of Champagne, Complimentary parking.
The Patrons’ Show is The Art League’s biggest fundraising event of the year, and it provides ticket-holders with the opportunity to acquire quality works of fine art at a bargain price while supporting a non-profit organization and community of artists. For each ticket drawn, ticket-holders go home with a work of art valued anywhere from $175 to upwards of thousands of dollars. Tickets, $175 each, are still available! Visit our website for more information!
Join local wine consultant Stephen Potter for an afternoon of wine tastings at the Torpedo Factory Art Center. Sample seasonal red and white wines, artisan cheeses and hors d'oeuvres. Your $5 tasting fee is a donation to the art center.
This month, join me as I lead you on a journey of mixed milk cheeses from all over the world. Learn why blended cheeses can be your new best friend, melding the best qualities of their ingredients to reach a new level of complexity while remaining totally approachable. We will taste 10 mixed milk cheeses and pair them with 2 famous wine blends for an evening of embracing our differences... with taste! The class will last about an hour and tickets are $35 per person. Available dates are: February 14, 15, 21, 22, all at 7:00 PM. Seating is very limited, so sign up quickly. If the class you want to attend is full, contact us and we'll add you to the waiting list.
In honor of Presidents Day, meet President Woodrow Wilson when he is brought to life by actor Brian Hilton. President Wilson, as portrayed by Hilton, will discuss events from the time of his presidency, 1913 to 1921, and then welcome questions from the audience. Free event! The Lyceum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and admission is free on this day.
Celebrate five days Mardi Gras New Orleans style. The fun and food begins with DC Motors playing Fat Tuesday, February 16, and closes with Oren Polek anda a masquerade ball on "Fatterday Saturday," February 20. Traditional New Orleans style cuisine and cocktails all week including BBQ shrimp with grits and bacon, seafood jambalaya, shrimp etouffee, steamed crawfish, daily Cajun style catch of the day, King Cake, Hurricanes and flaming Bananas Foster. Live Music, DJ and dancing, contests and give-aways. Charity Bead Toss & Mardi Gras masks to benefit Multiple Sclerosis.
Author and businesswoman Lillian Lincoln Lambert will discuss and sign her new book, The Road to Someplace Better: From the Segregated South to Harvard Business School and Beyond, which follows Lambert's journey from her rural roots in Powhatan County, Virginia, to her historic achievement as the first black woman to earn an MBA from Harvard Business School in 1969. After Harvard, Lillian continued to break barriers by founding and transforming her company, Centennial One, into a $20 million operation before she sold it in 2001. Her book interweaves hard-won lessons and life-affirming principles that will inspire people to dream big, act bold and never be afraid to find their own path. Free!
Featuring Remy wines, McMinnville, Oregon tasting Sangiovese, Barbera, Syrah, Legrein and Remy's Beneficio Port. Tapas items will be served. Remy Drabkin, wine maker/owner and Al McCosh from Nice Legs Wine Company will be on hand to answer any questions. "Discover the pleasures of SPECTACULAR WINE with DELICIOUS FOOD" Call to make your reservation - this is a pre-paid event, no cancellations.
Not sure how to describe yourself as an artist? Shy about self-promotion? Join us for an artist’s writing workshop where we will explore words to explain what you do as an artist and describe what you create. This interactive workshop can help you create that pesky Artist Statement or the daunting Artist Bio with little effort, a bit of patience, support and help from other artists, and a sprinkling of fun! Registration at https://secure.delrayartisans.org/ssl/self_marketing.htm.
What's old is new again! Chocolate and chiles have been combined since Theobroma cacao was first harvested. We offer Vosges Exotic Chocolate's modern interpretation for your tasting pleasure.
A Celebration of African-American Arts with Youtha Hardman-Cromwell & Friends, the Joe Burden Trio, Alfred Street Baptist Church Voices of Triumph and the Trinity Chancel Choir. Come hear the poetry, experience the visual arts, enjoy a variety of musical genres including jazz and gospel, and lend your voice to this exciting presentation! Benefits the Sierra Leone Theological College Generator Fund and Courtney’s House, the only service provider for domestic child sex trafficking victims in the DC area. Free-will offering. Reception to follow.
The Internationally famous Fish Market presents Virginia's 21st Annual Fastest Bartender Contest. For the first time ever in Old Town, Alexandria we will host the 2010 Kick Off of the Fastest Bartender contest for Northern Virginia.
Interested in life drawing but apprehensive about coming to our regular open sessions? Join us for a special Introduction to Figure Drawing Workshop. Instructor Hamil Ma will cover basic techniques and strategies for getting started with drawing the figure. Demonstrations will be followed by a chance to practice drawing from a live model. Material list and advance registration at https://secure.delrayartisans.org/ssl/figuredraw.htm. All levels of drawing skill are welcome.
Barolo, Barberesco, Dolcetto, Barbera.... Wonder where in Italy these wines are from-it's the Piedmonte Region! Join us for this great tasting event to learn about the varieties and winemakers, what makes Piedmonte special, and why these wines are so darn delicious. (David will also share a few stories from his most recent visit to Piedmont + time spent visiting some great wineries). Bill Kenney, of Downey Imports (one of our favorite wine partners) will also share his immense knowledge + passion for these wines. Plus we'll pair wines with some delicious Piedmonte cheeses. As always, enjoy discounts on the wines we are tasting that night. RSVP + advance payment required. Email or pay in person at GRAPE + BEAN.
These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our live models. We don't supply easels - only plenty of chairs - but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to use one. Loosen up and participate in a fun, fast-paced drawing experience composed primarily of a series of dynamic 1-5 minute poses. One or two favorite poses may be revisited for 10-15 minutes at the end of each session.
These sessions operate on a drop-in basis so there is no need to register in advance. Bring your supplies and join us at the gallery to draw or paint our live models. We don't supply easels - only plenty of chairs - but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to use one. The session starts with some short 5 minute warm-up poses and progressively move into longer poses lasting 10-45 minutes. These sessions provide a great opportunity to hone your drawing and observation skills.
Join us for the 2nd in a series of 4 wine tastings! Argentinean wines are known for their excellent quality and good value. We will taste wines from the Salta and Mendoza regions and feature grapes that are native to the area, including Torrontes and Malbec. Wine tastings are $25 per person. Purchase the entire series of 4 for $75 per person. All tasting sessions will be led by Wilkinson Wine Cellar.
Join us for Friday Night at the Movies, featuring the Alice in Wonderland movie. Great way to get ready for the new version being released in March and starring Johnny Depp! We will host a Mad Hatter tea party during the movie viewing on Friday, February 26. The tea party starts at 6 pm. Wear you wildest hat and you might win a prize!
It’s the 1920s in Chicago – a town crazy over jazz and cold-blooded murder. Follow the story of two women – Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly – who are engaged in a continual game of one-upsmanship as they try to plan their futures – from behind bars! They plot and scheme, they sing and dance, they use their considerable charms to sway public opinion in their favor. Based on the 1926 play by a reporter about actual criminals and crimes. See the musical that holds the record for Broadway’s longest-running revival and inspired the Academy Award-winning movie!
Culinary historian Michael Twitty, a leading expert on African-American foodways explores the role and work of enslaved African Americans in providing food to George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and James Monroe. In his illustrated lecture, Twitty examines who the enslaved cooks were, how they were trained, and how they prepared and served food to our nation's first leaders. Free!
Homemade, wrapped in wax paper for old-fashioned goodness, our salted caramels are classic sweet deliciousness with a savory twist. Come taste for yourself!
Join the Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden for a fun indoor teddy bear picnic on Saturday, February 27 from 11 am to 1 pm. Children ages 7 to 11 should bring their favorite teddy bear or stuffed toy to the museum, where they will play traditional Victorian era games, learn about the history of the teddy bear, and enjoy a picnic lunch. Fee is $10 per child and space is limited, so reservations are required. Parents are admitted free.
Haiti Relief Concert: Resident organist, Victoria Shields, and friends will perform music for flute and organ, saxophone and organ, voice and organ and brass ensembles and organ. This varied program will feature music by Telemann, Conte, Hurd, Phillips and Widor among others. It is an event not to be missed!
Post 24 members as well as veterans, active duty and Reserve service members, are invited to eat lunch weekdays at the American Legion Post at reasonable prices. Flat screen TVs and a pool table in a cool, quiet atmsosphere. Located at the base of the flag pole - buzz to enter, turn left on entering into clubroom.
Immerse yourself in exotic dance moves every Thursday night at 8 p.m. Join the dancer and show your moves! Reservations recommended.
The nation's oldest farmers market offers a variety of vendors, including baked goods, cut flowers, live plants, and crafts.
Afternoon tea service! Please RSVP for this ongoing event taking place every Saturday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The menu includes your choice of tea or a glass of French Sparkling cider (additional fee), strawberries with fresh whipped cream, assorted finger sandwiches, house-made scones served with Devonshire cream & jams, and assorted fine pastries and cookies.
Join us Friday nights at 10 p.m. as we welcome live Flamenco guitarists, "Duende Camaron". There is never a cover, and our kitchen is open until 11 p.m. "Eat a little, drink a little, have a LOT of fun"!
Join us on Fridays for live Flamenco shows at 8 p.m. & 9 p.m. There is never a cover charge, and our kitchen is open until 11 p.m. Stop by and see our new lounge! "Eat a little, drink a little, have a LOT of fun"!
Join us at La Tasca Saturdays at 9 p.m. and dance the night away listening to the contagious latin rythyms of "Deep Dreams". There is never a cover charge and our kitchen is open until 11 p.m.
2 Person Fixed Menu, offered Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday includes 3 courses: Primi, Secondi (familgia style), Dolce & a bottle of wine (White, red or Lambrusco). Price per couple $35, excludes tax & gratuity. Primi: choice of Insalata mista or Bruschetta; Secondi: Saltimbocca alla Romana served with spinach & polenta or Home made spaghetti with meatballs (beef, veal & pork); Dolce: Tiramisu or Cannoli
Old Town Toastmasters invites visiting Toastmasters and prospective members to join us. We meet at 6:30 at the Trattoria Da Franco, near the corner of Duke and Washington Streets in Old Town. Our meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays (use the contact information to confirm meeting dates falling on or near holidays). Parking available on Washington Street and at the United Bank near the restaurant. Join us for a full dinner or a light snack—along with great speeches and conversation! Each meeting has 3 main agenda items: 1. prepared speeches 2. speaker evaluations 3. table topics (an impromptu speaking opportunity for those not giving prepared speeches) Our membership includes both veteran and beginning Toastmasters and we represent a wide variety of professions. Please join us for a lively and informative evening.
Old Town Toastmasters invites visiting Toastmasters and prospective members to join us. We meet at 6:30 at the Trattoria Da Franco, near the corner of Duke and Washington Streets in Old Town. Our meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays (please use the contact information to confirm meeting dates falling on or near holidays). Parking is available on Washington Street and at the United Bank near the restaurant. Join us for a full dinner or a light snack—along with great speeches and conversation! Our membership includes both veteran and beginning Toastmasters and we represent a wide variety of professions. Please join us for a lively and informative evening.
The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum is now offering up-close and highly informative guided tours once a month with its new "Behind the Counter" tours. This is your chance to truly explore this Alexandria treasure first established in 1792. Witness the evolution of the Stabler-Leadbeater pharmaceutical business through the museum's buildings and collection. Examine the objects, archival materials, and the building itself - by going behind the counter! Reservations are required, and the tour price of $25 per person also includes a light breakfast. Because of the exclusive access, tours are limited to no more than 12 people. The Stabler-Leadbeater Apothecary Museum has a spectacular collection of archival materials, including journals, letters and diaries, prescription and formula books, ledgers, orders and invoices. The names of famous customers appear in the documents, including Martha Washington, James Monroe, Nelly Custis and Robert E. Lee.
20% off glasses of wine at lunch 20% off bottles of wine at dinner
This new exhibition blends historical photographs, artifacts and reflections to tell the story of Girl Scouting in the Washington metro area. “Tramping and Trailing with the Girl Scouts” features a collection of Girl Scout uniforms from the 1910s, 1930s and 1960s, Brownie items from as early as 1937, a display of cookie fundraising materials, and extensive camping and hiking exhibits highlighted by a tent and official Girl Scout gear, including a canteen, collapsible cup, compass and more.
A special program for toddlers (walkers through 36 months) and their caregivers! Tavern Toddlers features a weekly open playtime in Gadsby’s historic ballroom Mondays, excluding Federal holidays, any time between 10:30 a.m. and noon. Themes change monthly. $7 for a group of three, which must include one adult, or purchase a 5-week pass for $30.
View Kazaan Viveiros' solo exhibition at the Athenaeum. Gallery open Thursday, Friday and Sunday 12 to 4 pm, Saturday 1 to 4 pm. Discover more about the artist, Kazaan Viveiros, at kazaan.com. The Athenaeum, home of the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association, is located in Old Town Alexandria, just one block south of the King/Lee streets Trolley Stop, at 201 Prince Street on the top of Captain’s Row.
This 30-minute guided walking tour examines Washington's brilliant design for the grounds around Mount Vernon. Visit the gardens he created, see some of the original trees, and learn how he merged areas for work and leisure to create a master plan for his beloved home.
In observance of Black History Month, Mount Vernon interpreters highlight at the slave quarters the lives and contributions of the slaves who built and operated the plantation home of George and Martha Washington. Throughout the month, Slave Life tours, wreathlayings, presentations, and first-person interpretations occur.
Explore the history of coiled basketry in Africa and America with this traveling exhibition from the Museum for African Art. “Grass Roots” traces the evolution of an ancient art while examining rice-growing societies which, through the trans-Atlantic slave trade, exported their cultures to America. The exhibition features baskets from the Lowcountry of South Carolina and Georgia as well as from diverse regions of Africa, and artifacts, such as basket-making tools and rice cultivation relics.
Join us at Cheesetique where we are proud to welcome you to our Cheese & Wine Bar, a cheese-centric restaurant with extensive hot and cold selections, a full wine and beer list, and of course some of the best cheeses and meats available anywhere.
Join us every Thursday to “stitch in space.” Knit or crochet in our lounge from 5pm to 9pm with other members of the fibre space community. Our knit doctor is also on site at this time to help you with your knit and crochet questions. We will, from time to time, even feature a certain project, technique or charity!
ARTIOMS: Expressing idioms, clichés and word phrases in art - Del Ray Artisans is pleased to announce this show which runs from Friday, 2/5, through Sunday, 2/21. Artists are being challenged to express their favorite (or not so favorite) idioms, clichés, word phrases or play on words in their artwork. There will be a prose reading by the Tuesdays at Two Writers Group on Friday, February 12, at 7 pm which is free and open to the public. Various workshops will also be offered during month.
Menu Appetizers -Pan Seared Maryland Jumbo Lump Crab Cake, Wild Baby Greens with Mandarin orange Segments or Main Lobsters Cappuccino Bisque. Main Entrées-Baked Pistachio Crusted Chilean Sea Bass, Seared Jumbo Scallop & Grilled Shrimp, Grilled Filet Mignon or Herb Crusted Colorado Rack of Lamb. Dessert -Triple Chocolate Charlotte. Served from 5:30 pm until 9:30 pm, on Saturday February 13 & Sunday, February 14. $99.00 per couple; Price includes a bottle of Champagne, Complimentary parking.
We invite the public to The Art League’s annual Student/Faculty Show held February 17-28. This popular exhibit showcases the diverse artwork of our talented students and instructors. The Student/Faculty Show provides current students with the opportunity to exhibit in a DC area gallery while allowing the public to see and appreciate the high level of artwork our students are creating. It is also a great opportunity for potential students to view the work of our professional instructors.
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