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Play with LEGOs at Cleveland Park library

Rose — Sat, 25 May 2013 12:45:58 +0000

Undirected play is when creativity happens. Unleash your inner creativity with your child, friends, or even a date at the Cleveland Park library on Tuesdays at 4:00pm with the Project Brick. LEGOs will be out and available to play, design and create. Project Brick runs every Tuesday at 4:00pm through 2013.

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Free Screenings Oscar’s Doc: Stories from the 1970s

Rose — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:30:49 +0000

This could be a cool blast from the past. Screenings of Oscar nominated documentaries from the 1970s. Thursday, May 30, at 7 p.m. William G. McGowan Theater at the National Archives Princeton: A Search for Answers (1973; 28 minutes), profiles the prestigious university. Marjoe (1972; 88 minutes; rated PG) is a revealing portrait of Read More

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Be a part of Capitol Hill cicada tracking 2013

Rose — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:59:56 +0000

Okay, there is a lot going on here, but if you’re fascinated by the cicadas, you have to check this out. Basically, you can be part of the Brood 2 cicada tracker created by WNYC‘s Radiolab. Contribute your observations and sighting as Southeast Library every Tuesday and Thursday night from 5-7pm now Read More

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Celebrate Hawaii Festival May 25 and 26

Rose — Tue, 21 May 2013 15:42:08 +0000

Staying in town this weekend? Take a quick getaway to Hawaii at the Celebrate Hawaii Festival May 25 and 26 at the American Indian Museum. “During the festival, visitors can meet and greet Hawaiian culture bearers who are practitioners of the traditional Hawaiian arts related to voyaging and canoes. Visitors can also learn Read More

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Open mic at Zoo bar

Rose — Thu, 16 May 2013 02:13:01 +0000

Does the warm weather have you hankering for some live music, but you don’t want to spend a lot? Check out open mic Blues Jam with Big Boy Little for free on May 16, May 23 & May 30 at 8:30 p.m. Rumor is the music is quality and the ambiance is fun. the local Read More

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Free entry to National Museum of Women in the Arts

Rose — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:27:58 +0000

This weekend, May 4 and 5, Bank of America and Merrill Lynch cardholders receive FREE entry to the National Museum of Women in the Arts. DETAILS: Simply present your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card along with a photo ID to gain free general admission to any participating institution. Cardholders only; Read More

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National Festival Chorus at Kennedy Center — 85% off

Rose — Wed, 01 May 2013 16:34:21 +0000

This is a cool deal if you like choral music. From TravelZoo: “Bask in an evening of choir performances at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts and save up to 85% on tickets. The National Festival Chorus takes the stage this month with a concert featuring maestro Dr. René Clausen’s personal favorites. Read More

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Looking for a HH tonight?

Rose — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 13:24:56 +0000

Check out DChappyhours.com — it lists happy hours by day, neighborhood and even specials. It’s the best local website for a quick happy hourl in the DC area. Well done, guys!

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Slow Art Day

Rose — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:23:03 +0000

Get artsy in slow motion this weekend at the Smithsonian, Freer Gallery and Phillips Collection. Slow Art Day is the global all-volunteer event with a simple mission: help more people discover for themselves the joy of looking at and loving art. The event is free, but you will have to pay admisison at the Phillips Read More

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Free food and fun at Zaytinya

Rose — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 13:52:21 +0000

Two upcoming events at Zaytinya offer guests a chance to enjoy the restaurant and Greek culture. The restaurant is in Penn Quarter at 701 9th Street NW, Washington DC 20001. Sunday, April 21st, 11AM-4PM Agorá Day Market Fit for the whole family, this bustling outdoor market brings you exclusive access to Greek artisanal Read More

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