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Sound Health: Community Yoga
Now-Aug 19: Join us on select Saturdays for a FREE all-levels vinyasa yoga class in the Grand Foyer--part of the Kennedy Center's Sound Health program connecting the performing arts to mind-body wellness. An instructor from a different local yoga studio will lead each session.Yayoi Kusama, Infinity Mirrors
Now-May 14: Over the course of her career, the artist has produced more than twenty distinct Infinity Mirror Rooms, and the Hirshhorn’s exhibition—the first to focus on this pioneering body of work—is presenting six of them, the most ever shown together. Check out their website to find out how to get your timed tickets.A Raisin in the Sun
Now-May 7: If you haven’t seen A Raisin in the Sun, get to it at the Arena theater-it’s in-the-round setup, meaning there’s not a bad seat in the house. Want to dig deep on the show’s connections to current events? Select performances feature post-show discussions with academics, including Soyica Colbert, production dramaturg and associate professor of African American Studies and Theater and Performance Studies at Georgetown University.Goddard Space Center
Various summer dates: If the release of Hidden Figures, NASA’s recent discovery of Earth-size planets, and SpaceX’s forthcoming space tours have you jonesing for a trip to another world, check out the Goddard Space Flight Center. It has family-friendly exhibits and demonstrations, and on the first Sunday of every month they even help you set off your own model rockets.Truckeroo Food Truck Festival
Various summer dates: Truckeroo is a monthly festival held at Fairgrounds next to Nats Stadium that showcases the hottest food trucks in the DC area. Held April through October, Truckeroo is a family friendly event and features live music, cold drinks, games, and more. Friday, May 5 is the First Truckeroo of 2017! More 2017 dates to be announced soon-keep checking back!A Conversation with Alec Baldwin
Apr 12: A few days after the release of his memoir Nevertheless, Baldwin speaks with Molly Smith, artistic director at Arena Stage, at Lisner Auditorium on the GWU campus, about his life and career.Filmfest DC
Apr 20-30: The official program for this year’s Filmfest isn’t posted yet, but last year’s edition featured 75 movies from 45 countries in venues across DC. There’s usually a handful of premieres, buzzed-about indies, and a smattering of afterparties that might just feature an A-list actor or two.29th Annual Potomac River Watershed Cleanup
Various April dates: The Annual Potomac River Watershed Cleanup has become a decisive catalyst for progress that ignites people throughout the watershed with community spirit. The largest regional event of its kind, the Cleanup provides a transforming experience that engages citizens and community leaders and generates momentum for change.78th Annual Flower Mart
May 5-6: If it's been going on for 78 years, you know it's fabulous! Come visit the National Cathedral for their spectacular fundraiser and much more! Photography classes, tower climbs, vendors, food, music, activities and a wonderful used book tent, just to name a few additional draws...Passport DC
Month of May: Passport DC 2017 is a month-long journey around the world highlighting DC's thriving international diplomatic community and its lively and varied culture. Celebrated annually in May, which is International Cultural Awareness Month in Washington, Passport DC is 31 days of programming by 70 embassies and more than 40 of DC's very best cultural institutions. If you've never been, don't miss the opportunity.Washington Nationals
All summer: Come on out for a night at the ballpark! If the Nats aren't your team, click here for the best team :)Tidal Basin Paddle Boats
Now-October: Get ready to paddle your way around the Tidal Basin and spend some time with Thomas Jefferson! Soak up the sun and make monumental memories on the water in a swan boat or paddle boat with leisurely peddling, picturesque views, and picnics in the park.Monuments by Moonlight
Year-round: Experience the beauty and awe of our country's most stirring monuments in a whole new way... by moonlight.Segway Tour of the City
Year-round: A Segway tour is a fantastic way to see multiple monuments in a relatively short period of time. Along the way, you will have an up close and intimate view of the city on street level. Tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and informative. Tours are arranged to give you time to walk around the monuments privately and enjoy the experience. Segways are very easy to ride, and fun for all ages!Kennedy Center Open House
May 27: In celebration of John F. Kennedy's 100th birthday, the Kennedy Center opens its doors wider than ever with a free, transcultural festival showcasing street arts culture, Hip Hop, and skateboard culture, as well as classical and contemporary arts.
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