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Who's Your Ultra Violet Valentine?
Inspired by cutting-edge European floral design, Fabio Ripoli and his stellar team at Ultra Violet Flowers create dazzling and unique arrangements every day, for every occasion, but especially for Valentine’s Day!
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Let Ultra Violet say it with flowers!
Order by 4:00 pm on February 13th for Valentine’s Day delivery.
Ultra Violet Flowers is located at 1218 31st Street in Georgetown. 202.333.3002.
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Chocolate and Wine Tasting at Dumbarton House
Just in Time for Valentine's Day!
Spend February 13th from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Dumbarton House with artisan chocolatier Jenny White of Swoon Chocolates. Learn about the origins of chocolate in American food culture with Dumbarton House’s new exhibition, Pick Your Poison. Then enjoy a curated tasting of small batch, exclusive chocolates with globally inspired flavors complimented by federal period style wines.
Each ticket includes a sweet gift to take home.
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Royal Drama at DC's National Theatre Feb. 11-16
It’s not the modern drama of Harry and Meghan departing England, but for the National Theatre, the timing is perfect.
THE KING’S SPEECH makes its USA debut at the National Theatre in DC on February 11-16, 2020.
The original play inspired the 2010 Oscar-winning film.
King George VI (Bertie) is thrust onto the world stage after his older brother, Edward, abdicates to marry an American (precedent for Harry?) Shy, fragile, and afflicted with a profound stammer, Bertie is ill equipped to lead a nation on the brink of World War II.
When traditional medical interventions fail, Bertie’s wife, Elizabeth, convinces her husband to seek help from an unconventional Harley Street speech therapist, Lionel Logue. Their success or failure as therapist and patient, and as unexpected friends, will seal their destiny, the destiny of England and perhaps the world, in this compelling true story.
David Seidler’s THE KING’S SPEECH makes its long-awaited U.S. debut in a production The Mail proclaims “A right royal treat.”
Tickets for THE KING’S SPEECH may be purchased here by calling 1.800.514.3849, or in person at the National Theatre Box Office (Monday-Friday, 12pm-6pm and two hours prior to every performance).
Drama Desk Award winner Nick Westrate will star as Bertie (Prince Albert, Duke of York), with Michael Bakkensen as speech therapist Lionel Logue.
THE KING’S SPEECH was written by David Seidler, with direction by Michael Wilson.
THE KING’S SPEECH will run Tuesday, February 11 through Sunday, February 16. The production is recommended for ages 13 and up.
- Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 7:30 pm
- Friday and Saturday at 8 pm
- Saturday and Sunday matinees at 2 pm
- Sunday evening at 7:30 pm
The National Theatre is located at 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW in downtown Washington, D.C. Nearby metro stops include Metro Center and Federal Triangle. For parking information, please visit TheNationalDC.com/Directions-Parking.
The National Theatre invites patrons to dine pre- or post-show with partners The Occidental, BLT Prime by David Burke, Claudia’s Steakhouse, Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar, Fig & Olive, Flight Wine Bar, The Hamilton, Mirabelle, MXDC, and Proper 21. For more information about restaurant partners and special deals, visit TheNationalDC.com/Hotel-Restaurant-Partners.
The remainder of the 2019-2020 Broadway at the National season will include: THE SIMON & GARFUNKEL STORY (January 31 - February 1, 2020), BANDSTAND (March 3-8, 2020), STING STARRING IN THE LAST SHIP (March 27 - April 5, 2020), ROALD DAHL’S CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY (April 7-12, 2020), BLUE MAN GROUP (May 8-17, 2020), BABY SHARK LIVE! (June 5-7, 2020), and SUMMER: THE DONNA SUMMER MUSICAL (July 22 - August 2, 2020).
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Free Film on Françoise Sagan at French Embassy
As part of the film series Vies d’Artistes, the Cultural Services of the French Embassy presents a screening of the film Sagan on February 25, 2020 starting at 7:00 pm.
One of Dianne Kurys's exceptional films, Sagan features the life of the renowned French author, Françoise Sagan, interpreted by Sylvie Testud. In 1958, Françoise Sagan was 28 years when her debut novel “Bonjour Tristesse” made her rich and famous.
Starting from the writer’s road to fame, the movie explores Sagan’s hedonistic lifestyle, from her drug use and alcoholism to her gambling and complex love affairs.
In French with English subtitles.
FREE ADMISSION
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SECURITY RULES: Each person attending the event must have a ticket registered in their name and a government-issued ID that matches the name on the reservation in order to enter the Embassy.
No need to print your ticket, but no one will be admitted without reservation and proper ID.
Due to strict security measures, please arrive on time, doors will be closed at 7 p.m. sharp. Please allow extra time for security screening.
Limited street parking available on Reservoir Road. Taxi, ridesharing or public transportation encouraged.
La Maison Française - Embassy of France is located at 4101 Reservoir Road, NW.
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KC Rings In The Year of The Rat
Join The Kennedy Center’s annual Lunar New Year celebration and ring in the Year of the Rat with showcases of Chinese and Korean culture.
LIST OF EVENTS:
- REACH Winter Lanterns | January 22 – February 2
- Shanghai Chinese Orchestra | January 22
- REACH Winter Lanterns PLUS evenings
- REACH Winter Lantern PLUS: China | January 23-26
- REACH Winter Lantern PLUS: Korea | January 30 – February 2
- KC Chinese New Year Family Day: Year of the RAT | January 25
- Beijing Bamboo Orchestra | January 25
(Photo by: kennedy-center.org)
The REACH glows with the D.C. debut of approximately 100 stunning Winter Lanterns crafted by Chinese artisans made up of 10,000 colored LED lights, including the Chinese Four Symbols and 12 Zodiac Signs, Panda Grove, and Mushroom Garden display. Along with the beautiful lantern displays, visitors can enjoy performances and artisan demonstrations, food trucks, and more.
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Get Creative at Halcyon Arts Lab
Do you want to open space in your life for creative practice? If you do, start the new year with this 4-part workshop series from Halcyon Arts Lab.
Nicole Salimbene leads participants in a series of writing and art exercises introducing visual journaling as a tool for reflection, inquiry, and meditation. No prior art skills needed. This is not an art class to learn traditional representational art skills, but an invitation to inspire curiosity and to experience the transformational power of art-making. Through creative experimentation that is focused not on producing an art object, but an unfolding practice, this workshop provides space for a deeper awareness of the internal and external matters guiding your life and work to emerge. Cost of materials is included with your ticket.
Nicole Salimbene has created a method for using the artistic process to develop mindfulness and to enrich vocational wellness, and has brought this approach to various academic institutions, community settings and professional associations. She has led workshops in affiliation with American University, Clark University, Lama Foundation, The Center for Contemplative Mind in Society, Wesley Theological Seminary, Ghost Ranch and World Wildlife Fund.
Four date workshop: January 12, 19, 26, and February 2, 3:00-4:30 pm each session.
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Halcyon Arts Lab is located at 1801 35th Street in Georgetown.
Take advantage of their complimentary onsite parking lot. Entrance located at 1740 34th Street NW.
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Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet at Dumbarton
Enjoy an evening of classical music, Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Dumbarton United Methodist Church (3133 Dumbarton Street in Georgetown) starting at 8:00 pm.
The Berlin Philharmonic Piano Quartet is one of the few existing ensembles of this instrumentation, in contrast to the more usual configuration, the string Quartet. This ensemble has existed as a Berlin Philharmonic chamber music ensemble since 1985, and unites three permanent members of the orchestra, concertmaster Daniel Stabrawa, violist Matthew Hunter, and cellist Knut Weber, with renowned concert pianist Markus Groh.
The four musicians are committed to representing the standard repertoire of classical, romantic, and modern works.
FRANK BRIDGE (1879-1941) Phantasy Quartet
DANNY ELFMAN (b. 1953) Piano Quartet
RICHARD STRAUSS (1864-1949) Piano Quartet
Tickets ordered within 7 days of the performance will be held at the box office: please do not select the mailing option.
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All programs and dates are subject to change.
Seniors must be 65 or older. | All sales are final. No refunds. No exchanges.
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Have an Ice Day in Georgetown
Through March 15, 2020, The Washington Harbour Ice Rink transforms from its interchangeable use as a picturesque fountain and is open for recreational skating every day, including all holidays.
Whether you’re new to skating, brushing up, or wanting to take your skating to the next level, you’ll love our Learn to Skate classes.
Enthusiastic instruction along with an unbeatable view of the Potomac River from the Washington Harbour Ice Rink will make your skating lessons an experience to remember! They teach all ages (3 and up, including adults) and skill levels.
The program stresses a skating environment that is exciting, rewarding, safe, and fun.
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Celebrate Georgetown's Little Folks at Annual Gala Nov. 1
The Little Folks School, an arts-focused preschool in Georgetown is marking their 47th anniversary with an Annual Gala on November 1, 2019.
(Photo by: Little Folks School)
Head of the school, James Gilroy tells The Georgetown Dish, “Little Folks is an extraordinary school for our youngest learners. I'm fortunate to be a part of a teaching community that puts the child at the center of their work each and every day. The warm, safe, and engaging classrooms are vibrant with enthusiasm, laughter, and curiosity. I have the pleasure of welcoming our students, parents, and care givers each morning with a hug, handshake, or high-five, a true highlight of my day. We stay true to our philosophy of allowing children to learn, play, create, and explore."
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The Gala helps raise money to support facility upgrades and maintenance, financial aid, and professional staff development. Recent improvements include new flooring in the classrooms, repainting of the building, and new windows.
The school’s philosophy is rooted in commitment to the needs of the whole child and follows a curriculum focused on students developing a sense of independence, cooperation, and responsibility. Through their mixed-age classes, they support an atmosphere where students learn from one another, explore the world around them, and solve problems creatively while discovering their unique interests, talents, needs, and skills.
(Photo by: Little Folks School)
You may often see little ones walking up Q Street to Volta Park or up Wisconsin Avenue to the library. With their students coming from all over the DC Metro area, their community continues to grow and extend past their walls on Q Street.
To instill a sense of greater community, Little Folks has established a tradition of giving back through community service as part of the school curriculum. These efforts include: a monthly “Sandwich Patrol,” providing food for the homeless, an annual food drive through So Others Might Eat (SOME) and creating 100 holiday gifts bags for homeless children through the Early Learning Center at Martha’s Table in Southeast, DC .
(Photo by: Little Folks School)
Little Folks School at 3247 Q Street in Georgetown
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Poncho Sanchez Live at Blues Alley July 18-21
Legendary percussionist, Poncho Sanchez will be performing live at Blues Alley July 18-21, 2019.
For more than three decades as both a leader and a sideman, conguero Poncho Sanchez has stirred up a fiery stew of straightahead jazz, gritty soul music, and infectious melodies and rhythms from a variety of Latin American and South American sources. Poncho Sanchez was born in Texas on October 30, 1951 into a large Mexican-American family (rumor has it that his 13-year old mother fled to the U.S. after hiding under the bed as revolutionary Pancho Villa stormed her village), but grew up in the Los Angeles area, where he was weaned on a broad range of Latin and non-Latin popular music.
Inspired by the conga playing of Cuban great Mongo Santamaria, he honed his skills as a percussionist and broke into the limelight at the age of 23 when he joined vibraphonist Cal Tjader's famed Latin jazz ensemble in 1975. Poncho performed with him until Tjader's untimely death in 1982. A year later, he began his unprecedented 23-year relationship with Concord Records, which has produced two dozen recordings, a Grammy Award and several Grammy nominations.
"To me, Latin jazz is the world's greatest music," it has the melodic and harmonic sophistication of jazz and American standards, and the flavor and energy of Latin American music. What I'm most proud of is that this music – while it may sound exotic at times – is from America. It was born in New York City, when Chano Pozo met Dizzy Gillespie for the first time in the mid-1940s. They created something that didn't exist before in this country. I'm very proud to take this music all over the world all the time." Poncho Sanchez
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