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The Austrian Cultural Forum Washington presents as part of the 2019 series the film STYX by Austrian director Wolfgang Fischer, followed by a panel discussion. Learn more at https://acfdc.org/events-2019/films-across-borders-styx
Visit friendsofpeircemill.org for information on special tours and events including: Heritage Day Join us for some traditional fun for all ages: –Learn about West-African kente cloth weaving and watch a demonstration by Chapuchi Bobbo Ahiagble. –Craft a drop spindle, use our miniature loom, or weave a yarn basket. –Take our recently recommissioned rope-making machine for […]
This floral design workshop features a show-stopping vase inspired by contemporary ceramic artist Bouke de Vries’s War and Pieces, on display in the Hillwood mansion dining room. Learn more at register at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/war-and-pieces-floral-workshop
Tie on an apron, roll up your sleeves, and learn from a Sfoglina how to make a variety of traditional Italian pastas. Learn more and register at https://www.sfoglinadc.com/shop
A performance by a quartet of cellists that showcases the evolution of the cello, from the early instruments used by Leonardo Da Vinci to the instrument we now know and […]
JAZZforum presents a screening of George Schuller’s recently produced film The Modern Jazz Quartet: From Residency to Legacy. The drummer, composer/arranger, producer and director of the film George Schuller will […]
Preview night for the Nicole Crowder Upholstery pop-up shop at 4340 Connecticut Avenue in Van Ness. Food, wine, local makers & shopping. Don't miss: Van Ness Designer Nicole Crowder Upholstery Pop-UP Preview Van Ness Farmers Market's very own Frères Branchiaux Candle Co. Van Ness small biz Sweet Evelyn's baked treats Van Ness Holiday Popup's Bethany […]
Lecture and reception with Richard L. Trumka, President, AFL-CIO at the UDC law school. Learn more and register at https://www.law.udc.edu/event/RauhLecture2019
Austrian trumpet gem Franz Hackl, who is a fixture of New York’s jazz scene, assembles for this special occasion three fellow Austrian musicians and a piano virtuoso from the US. […]
Thirty of the top middle school scientists in the country compete in the Broadcom MASTERS, the nation's most prestigious Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) competition for middle school students. These talented students will be on hand to discuss their science and engineering projects with students, teachers, parents, scientists, engineers and members of the general […]
Explore Hillwood's twenty-five acres of landscaped gardens and lush natural woodlands with your four-legged friend, while enjoying activities such as a costume contest and "yappy hour." Learn more and buy tickets at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/spooky-pooch-howl-o-ween-celebration
Merima Kljuco and Jelena Milusic, two Bosnian and Herzegovinian artists, will be performing love songs from around the world on Sunday, Oct 27th at the Sidwell Friends Middle School. Tickets […]
UDC Law Dean Emerita Shelley Broderick and DC School of Law Foundation Board Chair Jon Bouker are opening their State and Local Government Law Course to the public for a […]
Monday Movie Docs @ Levine allows you to gather with fellow music lovers to watch and discuss some of the most beloved music documentaries (in all genres) ever produced - […]
Acclaimed Viennese actress Maxi Blaha presents a solo performance exploring the life of Emilie Flöge, the companion and muse of Gustav Klimt. Learn more at https://acfdc.org/events-2019/theater-beloved-muse