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The 2019 D.C. History Conference explores the theme “Communities and Characters.” Through panel sessions, posters, workshops, tours, and films, presenters will examine some of the major figures and interesting personalities who have shaped Washington, for better or worse, throughout its history. Some will discuss the complex ways communities have responded to changes in their neighborhoods […]
Participants will learn how to identify and control species of non-native, invasive plants found in the Washington, D.C. area including porcelainberry (Ampelopsis glandulosa), English ivy (Hedera helix), Burning bush (Euonymus […]
As part of the Embassy Series, the Embassy of Slovakia presents their Holiday Gala Concert With the New York Virtuosi Strings. Enjoy great music, cuisine and celebration with many fine […]
Help beautify Forest Hills Park and protect Rock Creek by cleaning up trash and invasive plants around the park and on the playground at 32nd and Chesapeake Streets, NW. Plan to join your hosts - Friends of Forest Hills Playground, DC Department of Parks and Recreation, Rock Creek Conservancy and the Erich Cabe Team - […]
Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service will reschedule this event for removing invasive plants from the Broad Branch section of Rock Creek Park. This section of the Broad Branch tributary of Rock Creek was restored in 2018 and now needs upkeep to ensure that invasive plants are kept at bay. This tributary is […]
Lecture and book signing by author Francesca Cartier Brickell. Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/cartiers
This walk-around tasting from Calvert-Woodley will feature sparkling wines, Champagnes and a buffet of gourmet cheeses, breads, and charcuterie. Learn more and purchase tickets at https://www.calvertwoodley.com/events/i30266347f
Van Ness Main Street brings holiday pop-up shopping to its Van Ness storefront for a fourth year. Shop from 20 local creative makers while enjoying other activities. Friday: An evening SIP & SHOP preview party with wine courtesy of Calvert Woodley and delicious bites from local restaurants. Saturday: Gingerbread decorating for kids with Bread Furst. […]
Celebrate the festive winter season in traditional Russian style at Hillwood. Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/russian-winter-festival
The Colonial English Handbell Ringers invite you to their 2019 holiday concert, “Let There Be Peace on Earth,” featuring holiday songs and special musical selections from across the globe. Let yourself be transported all over the world – from the Ukranian “Carol of the Bells” to a Hebrew “Hanukkah” trio, “Feliz Navidad” from Puerto Rico […]
A performance by Capital City Voices at Levine, led by pianist Wayne Wilentz. Learn more at https://www.levinemusic.org/performance/events-calendar/event/1847
Join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service as we clean up trash from the Broad Branch section of Rock Creek Park. Volunteers will meet at 5250 Linnean Ave. NW, near the intersection of Broad Branch Rd.
Bring your Christmas tree to Murch Elementary School (36th Street, close to Davenport by the cafeteria loading dock) from 10:00am - 2:00pm on Saturday, January 4, 2020. Branches Tree Experts will be on hand with their “chipper” to dispose of your holiday tree in an eco-friendly fashion. A $10-$15 donation is requested, all of which […]
Join Mayor Muriel Bowser, Ward 3 Mayor’s Liaison Rich Harrington, DC Department of Small and Local Business Development, UDC President Ronald Mason, Van Ness Main Street, CM Cheh’s office, ANC3F and members of the Van Ness community on a neighborhood walk of the Van Ness corridor. The walk will include discussion of pedestrian safety issues […]
La Chandeleur, also known as Crêpe Day, marks the halfway point between winter and spring. In France, families celebrate by eating crêpes, which are round and golden like the springtime […]