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Three outstanding pioneers represent the achievements of women in the fields of science and technology: The double Nobel Price winner and discoverer of radioactivity Marie Curie (1867-1934), the Austrian-Swedish nuclear […]
Favorite pianist and UDC Jazz Studies Director Allyn Johnson curates a JAZZAlive series featuring performance and conversation. Free and open to the public, in the Recital Hall in UDC’s Performing Arts Building 46-West. Learn More at www.JazzAliveUDC.org
The Honorable Robert L. Wilkins will speak on his new book "Long Road to Hard Truth: The 100-Year Mission to Create the National Museum of African American History and Culture" at the UDC Theater of the Arts. Attendance to the 6 pm book talk is FREE but registration is required. Before the talk, there will […]
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Washington Performing Arts Virtuoso Series March 24, 2017: The JCT Trio (pronounced “Junction Trio”) comprises three young Avery Fisher Career Grant-winning instrumentalists who have made names and careers for themselves as soloists in their own rights: pianist Conrad Tao, violinist Stefan Jackiw, and cellist Jay Campbell (the most recent, 2016, Avery Fisher Career Grant recipient, whom […]
Orchid 101: How to Get Your Orchid to Rebloom Beginner and intermediate-level orchid growers will learn the basics of growing healthy orchids. Saturday 4 March 2017 10:00am - 12:00pm Friday 10 March 2017 1:00pm - 3:00pm Saturday 11 March 2017 2:00pm - 4:00pm Saturday 25 March 2017 10:00am - 12:00pm $30, $25 Members http://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/whats/annual-events-and-festivals/orchid-month/orchid-101
Activities for on the grounds at Hillwood. Learn more at http://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/your-visit/plan-your-visit/group-tours/girl-scouts/girl-scout-day-hillwood $10 Girl Scouts and Tagalongs, $10 accompanying adults, free for children under 5
Pay tribute to one of music's truly unique voices, Nina Simone, whose passion for music was rivaled only by her passion for civil rights and equality. Featuring: Jessica Boykin-Settles (vocals), Josh Walker (guitar), Paul Bratcher (piano), Karine Chapdelaine (bass), Andrew Hare (percussion) $15 online | $20 at the door | Free for Levine Students Learn […]
Chancellor Antwan Wilson will host conversations at schools across the city with families and faculty, lead engagement sessions in every ward, and meet with leaders representing the neighborhood, faith, and business communities so that everyone has the opportunity to shape the district’s next five years. Light dinner and childcare will be provided. Learn more at […]
Allyn Johnson invites acclaimed musician, recording artist, and one of the most distinctive and recognizable drummers in jazz, Ralph Peterson, to share his expertise as a master drummer and educator. Learn more at http://lrdudc.wrlc.org//jazz/events.php/
Record producer, jazz writer and broadcaster Bob Porter discusses his new book Soul Jazz: Jazz in the Black Community, 1945-1975, which complies a history of jazz in the back community in the period from the end of World War II until the end of the Vietnam War. Book signing follows presentation. Learn more at http://lrdudc.wrlc.org//jazz/events.php/
The DC Office of Planning is hosting an office hour at Soapstone Market for constituents to discuss the Van Ness Comprehensive plan. The District of Columbia’s Comprehensive Plan is a 20-year framework that guides future growth and development. Originally adopted in 2006 and amended in 2011, it addresses a wide range of topics that affect […]
Mayor Muriel Bowser will highlight the District’s upcoming priorities, the progress the city has made over the past year and discusses her vision for the District’s future. Learn more at https://oaa.dc.gov/event/2017-state-district-address
Join Van Ness Main Street for its monthly jazz series at Tesoro Restaurant and Bar. Tesoro will offer food and drink specials. Learn more at http://vannessmainstreet.org/event/jazzvn-4/
Take a tour led by Sandy Farber Bandier, UDC’s Master Gardener coordinator and extension agent, and the garden’s architect, David Bell. Bell designed the outdoor garden and the indoor greenhouse. Learn more at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/udc-green-roof-tour-tickets-35060337413?aff=eac2