3/27 – With March Madness coming to a close and the Nationals’ Opening Night just a few days away, continue the sports excitement at WVSA ARTiculate Gallery! Join us for our own “Opening Night” as our artists present their works in our sports-themed exhibit, “Art in Motion”. For more information visit www.wvsarts.org admin
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4/2 – In connection with the DC Cherry Blossom Festival, the Grand Sushi & Sake Event will feature exquisite sushi creations from Grand Master chefs from Japan and DC area Japanese restaurants. An array of beer and sake samples will also be served. Visit http://www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org for more details. admin
Sufis, Shi’ites, and Shahs: The Great Shrines of Iran 1500-1650
3/8 – Sufis, Shi’ites, and Shahs: The Great Shrines of Iran 1500-1650 – Lecture by Shiela Canby, Curator of Islamic Art and Antiquities at the British Museum. Saturday, March 8, 2 p.m., Meyer Auditorium. For more information visit http://www.asia.si.edu/events/lectures.asp admin
The Washington Post’s 9th Annual Washington D.C. International Wine & Food Festival
2/29-3/2: The Mid-Alantic’s Premier Wine & Food Event: The Washington D.C. International Wine & Food Festival enters its 9th season as the largest indoor wine event in the Mid-Atlantic. Over 200 international wineries participate annually along with food vendors, and manufacturers of related lifestyle products and services. admin
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History to Host Butterfly Exhibit
2/15: Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History opens the new exhibition hall “Butterflies + Plants: Partners in Evolution.” The permanent exhibition is an integrated resource featuring an exhibit gallery, displays and a walk-through Live Butterfly Pavilion. For more information visit the exhibit Web site at http://www.butterflies.si.edu. admin
Apes Release Party
2/29: Apes have scheduled a special performance to coincide with the Ghost Games release for their hometown of Washington, DC on Friday, February 29 at Black Cat (mainstage). Opening the evening will be an electrifying electronic dance set by the inimitable Kid Congo Powers of The Cramps/Gun Club/Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds fame – […]
Sam Adams Beer Collection at Morton’s
2/21: An evening of pilsners, pale ales, stouts and steak. Enjoy five courses of Morton’s signature cuisine paired with Samuel Adam’s Award Winning Beer Collection, featuring the limited release of Samuel Adam’s special brew, Utopias. Where: Morton’s the Steakhouse 1050 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, DC When: Thursday, February 21 Reception: 7:00 Dinner: 7:30 PM Cost: […]
Todd Mack at Science Club this Friday
2/8: Todd Mack will be spinning at Science Club tonight, on 19th St. between L and M until 3AM. He will bring an eclectic mix of sounds ranging from the best of hip-hop to acid jazz. admin
Asian American Journalist Association 2008 Kickoff
This Thursday (Chinese New Year), the Asian American Journalist Association is going to be having their 2008 kickoff party at Café Asia. To learn more about the DC Chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association visit their Web site. admin
Introducing “The Delivery Man,” a Novel by Joe McGinniss Jr.
Today is the official release of “The Delivery Man,” by a good friend of DC City Blog, Joe McGinniss, Jr. The book is taking off and has had some great reviews including one in Penthouse and an upcoming one in the NY Times. He will be having a book signing and after party at Politics […]