On Wednesday, May 10, the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) joins thousands of organizations, companies, schools, museums, libraries and homes in a global conversation about what it will take to achieve a more gender-balanced world in all sectors of society: business, politics, culture, home and more. 50/50 Day is presented in conjunction with…
Author: Haley Fults
It's not New York or San Francisco, but DC has some surprising cultural moments to be discovered. And I'm going to tell you about them. Special attention to free, super cool, or just plain strange events.
DC Poetry: Conference Calls
Words by Rebecca Rouse, styling by Juliet Vedral they’re like, ok tell us your ideas, group of people who have never met and can’t see each other and then there is silence i am still not 100% who these people are who convened this call i just said something now there is silence…
70 Beers in Seven Days: My Experience at the 2017 Craft Brewer’s Conference
Written by Senior Beer Correspondent, Anna Fu. At Churchkey a few weeks ago, while backed up against the bar with my friend Leslie, two new friends — guys we did not know an hour earlier but were now our drinking buddies — started talking about all of the craft brewers coming to the city…
This Weekend Visit Smithsonian’s 35th Annual Juried Craft Show
This weekend only, the National Building Museum is taken over by some of the most prestigious designers and crafters in the country. On display and for sale are works from 120 artists representing all facets of contemporary design and craft– basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, leather, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, and wood….
5th Annual Charm City Bluegrass Festival Celebrates Baltimore’s Musical Heritage Saturday, April 29
Award-winning festival adds 3rd stage featuring nationally-known superpickers, soulful songwriters & more Charm City Bluegrass Festival, winner of the 2016 IBMA Momentum Award for Event of the Year and 2015 Best Festival by Baltimore Magazine, invites music lovers and foodies to gather in Druid Hill Park on Saturday, April 29 for its fifth annual all-day celebration of bluegrass with 3 stages, 14 bands…
Filmfest DC Returns Celebrating 31 Years of International Cinema
April 20-30, 2017 will feature 80 films from 45 countries in 11 days. Pack those bags and get a front row seat to 45 countries around the world! Filmfest DC returns for its 31st year, bringing films from around the world to DC for 11 days of cinema discovery. There’s something for everyone, with lighthearted comedies, on the edge of your seat…
McLean Project for the Arts Announces “With the Grain: Paintings by J.T. Kirkland” Reception April 20
McLean Project for the Arts (MPA) will open a new exhibition, With the Grain: Paintings by J.T. Kirkland, on April 13, 2017 at MPA@ChainBridge. This exhibition will feature multipart and shaped paintings on wood. The Opening Exhibition Reception will take place Thursday, April 20 at MPA@ChainBridge from 7:00 until 9:00 pm. Make sure to…
TEDxFoggyBottom 2017: In Metamorphosis
On April 22, 2017, over 1,500 people from the Foggy Bottom community will gather at Lisner Auditorium on the campus of The George Washington University for a full-day, TED-inspired experience organized by a team of 50 undergraduates featuring over 30 live presentations, artistic performances, and interactive exhibits. All presentations, exhibits, partnerships, and related activities and…
Hot Hot Hot: Fundraiser for the Climate at Midlands Beergarden
You know about the People’s Climate March on April 29. But the night before, come hang out with fellow friends of the environment for drinks and activities in honor of Earthjustice! Local brews, live music, rally sign-making and contest, and tons of great raffle items will help you prep for Saturday’s activities! Earthjustice is a nonprofit…
DC Style Is Real 