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May 3, 2016

TUESDAY

Headliners

7:05 pmBaltimore Orioles vs. New York Yankees.
MLB Baseball Game. Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 888-848-BIRD

Festivals

12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Wine Tastings Veramar Vienyard.
Explore the grounds, see how wine is made at Veramar Vienyard. Veramar Vineyard. (Festivals - Wine Tasting). 540-955-5510

The Arts

10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Peacock Room REMIX: Darren Waterston's Filthy Lucre.
Like Filthy Lucre and the original Peacock Room, this exhibition invites viewers to consider the complex relationships among art… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 202-633-4880
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Perspectives: Lara Baladi.
Egyptian-Lebanese artist Lara Baladi (born 1969) experiments with the photographic medium, investigating its history and its rol… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 202-633-4880
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Heart of an Empire: Herzfeld's Discovery of Pasargadae.
Pasargadae was the first capital of the ancient Achaemenid Persian Empire (circa 540 BCE. Among the world's largest collections… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Artifact Exhibit). 202-633-4880
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Body of Devotion: The Cosmic Buddha in 3D.
Like all Buddhas, the Cosmic Buddha, a life-size limestone figure of Vairochana, is wrapped in the simple robe of a monk. What m… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Artifact Exhibit). 202-633-4880
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
The Lost Symphony: Whistler and the Perfection of Art.
As part of Peacock Room REMIX, this exhibition reconstructs how Whistler's unrealized quest for "the perfection of art" intersec… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 202-633-4880
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Turquoise Mountain: Artists Transforming Afghanistan.
This exhibition transforms the International Gallery into a visit to Old Kabul. Artisans from Murad Khani share their work and e… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 202-633-4880
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Symbolic Cities: The Work of Ahmed Mater.
From abandoned desert cities to the extraordinary transformation of Mecca, Symbolic Cities presents Ahmed Mater's observations o… Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Freer Gallery of Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 202-633-4880
12:00 pm-
12:15 pm
Spotlight Tours.
Tours focus one painting each day. The Phillips Collection. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 202-387-2151
6:00 pmMillennium Stage.
Different performing and visual artists are featured each night. Free admission. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Interactive Theater). 202-467-4600
7:30 pmThe Wizard Of Oz.
Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magica… The National Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 202-628-6161

Sports

7:05 pmBaltimore Orioles vs. New York Yankees.
MLB Baseball Game. Oriole Park at Camden Yards. (Sports - Pro Baseball). 888-848-BIRD

For Children

10:00 am-
4:00 pm
Spark!Lab.
Designed for children ages 6-12 and their families, all activities incorporate traditional science, technology, engineering and… National Museum of American History. (Kids - Children's Activities). 202-357-2700
10:00 am-
4:00 pm
Wonderplace.
It's never too early to become interested in history! Wonderplace is designed for children 6 years and under. The space blends a… National Museum of American History. (Kids - Children's Activities). 202-357-2700
10:00 amBaby and Toddler Story Time.
A 20-30 minute story time. This activity is full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays. Best for children from birth to two ye… DC Public Library - Mt. Pleasant Neighborhood Library. (Kids - Children's Activities). 202-671-3121
4:00 pmProject Bricks.
Children of all ages are invited to use their imagination and enjoy some self directed play with Legos and Duplos. Located in th… DC Public Library - Cleveland Park Library. (Kids - Children's Activities). 202-282-3080

Community

9:30 amWhite House "Un-Tour".
Walking tour around the White House, commencing at the corner of 15th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW (next to the Hotel Washi… Washington, D.C. Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-484-1565
10:00 am-
3:00 pm
Decatur House Museum -- Tour.
Tour of the house designed by Benjamin Henry Latrobe, America's first professional architect, at 1600 H Street NW. The Stephen Decatur House. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-842-0920
10:00 am-
5:00 pm
Tour -- John F. Kennedy Center.
Meet at Level A Parking Plaza for tour led by members of Friends of the Kennedy Center. John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-4168340.
10:00 am-
12:00 pm
The Self-Promotion Workshops.
These 2-hour topical workshops are interactive hands-on help for your marketing and self-promotional efforts. When you come to t… All About Youniversity. (Educational - Workshop). 703-752-6166
10:15 am-
5:15 pm
Butterflies and Plants: Partners in Evolution.
Visitors will feel the flutter in one of the most educational, entertaining and experiential exhibits yet, an integrated resourc… National Museum of Natural History. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-357-2700
10:15 amHighlights Tour.
A friendly docent will give a tour of the highlights of the museum. Meet at either Welcome desk. Tours may be added or cancelled… National Museum of American History. (Educational - History). 202-357-2700
10:30 am-
12:00 pm
Hirshhorn Museum -- Permanent Collection Tour.
Tour begins at the Information Desk, at 7th and Independence Avenue SW. Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-357-2700
10:30 am-
3:00 pm
Spotlights Tours.
Docents offer a 15-minute overview of an exhibition or briefly discuss a favorite museum object. Locations vary; for location an… National Museum of American History. (Educational - History). 202-357-2700
10:30 am-
10:45 am
Live Tarantula Feedings.
Get up close and personal with a very famous inhabitant of the Insect Zoo. During the tarantula feeding demonstrations volunteer… National Museum of Natural History. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-357-2700
10:30 am-
10:50 am
Meet-a-Small Mammal.
Get up close and personal with one of the zoo's small mammals. You'll get a chance to meet animals like a naked mole-rat or an a… Smithsonian's National Zoo. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-673-4800
11:00 amSlave Life at Mount Vernon Tour.
Half-hour guided walking tour focuses on contributions of African-American slaves who built and managed George and Martha Washin… George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-780-2000
11:00 am-
2:00 pm
Tour.
Tour of the National Women's Party headquarters. Sewall-Belmont House. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-546-1210
11:00 amHighlights Tour.
A friendly docent will give a 30-minute tour of the highlights of the museum. Subject to cancellation. Please ahead to confirm. National Postal Museum. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-633-5534
11:30 am-
4:00 pm
Tour -- Library of Congress.
Tour commences in the Great Hall of the Jefferson Building. Library of Congress. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-707-8000
11:30 am-
12:00 am
Tuesday Tapas for a Cause.
Each month, La Tasca will donate a portion of their proceeds to a local charity. La Tasca - Arlington. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 703-812-9120
11:30 am-
11:45 am
Live Tarantula Feedings.
Get up close and personal with a very famous inhabitant of the Insect Zoo. During the tarantula feeding demonstrations volunteer… National Museum of Natural History. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-357-2700
12:10 pm-
1:00 pm
Dahn Yoga and Brain Education Classes.
Includes meridian stretching, breathing exercises, brain wave vibration and meditation. Sundays by appointment. Dahn Yoga Studio. (Educational - Class). 202-393-2440
12:30 pmHighlights of the American Art Museum Tour.
A friendly docent will give a tour of the highlights of the museum. Meet in the F Street Lobby. No tours on 2nd Tuesday of each… Smithsonian American Art Museum. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-633-1000
1:00 pmHighlights Tour.
A friendly docent will give a tour of the highlights of the museum. Meet at either Welcome desk. Tours may be added or cancelled… National Museum of American History. (Educational - History). 202-357-2700
1:00 pmHighlights Tour.
A friendly docent will give a 30-minute tour of the highlights of the museum. Subject to cancellation. Please ahead to confirm. National Postal Museum. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-633-5534
1:30 pm-
1:45 pm
Live Tarantula Feedings.
Get up close and personal with a very famous inhabitant of the Insect Zoo. During the tarantula feeding demonstrations volunteer… National Museum of Natural History. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-357-2700
2:00 pm-
5:00 pm
Permanent Exhibit.
Tour the gardens designed by Beatrix Ferrand and honored by Stravinsky in his famous Concerto, and the galleries of the famous B… Dumbarton Oaks. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-339-6410
2:00 pmHighlights of the American Art Museum Tour.
A friendly docent will give a tour of the highlights of the museum. Meet in the F Street Lobby. No tours on 2nd Tuesday of each… Smithsonian American Art Museum. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-633-1000
2:00 pm-
2:20 pm
Meet-a-Small Mammal.
Get up close and personal with one of the zoo's small mammals. You'll get a chance to meet animals like a naked mole-rat or an a… Smithsonian's National Zoo. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-673-4800
5:30 pm-
7:30 pm
Afro Caribbean Dance Class.
Diane Freeman teaches children for one hours, then adults for the second hour in six-week sessions. Call for schedule and to re… Market 5 Gallery. (Educational - Class). 202-543-7293
5:45 pm-
6:45 pm
Dahn Yoga and Brain Education Classes.
Includes meridian stretching, breathing exercises, brain wave vibration and meditation. Sundays by appointment. Dahn Yoga Studio. (Educational - Class). 202-393-2440
6:00 pm-
7:30 pm
Learn a Middle Eastern Language with MESALI.
DC Internationals announces the summer 2010 semester of its Middle East and South Asia Language Institute (MESALI). MESALI offer… The United Church -- Die Vereinigte Kirche. (Educational - Class). 202-250-6144
6:30 pm-
7:30 pm
Hip Hop Classes with Jamile McGee.
Come take class with professional choreographer / dancer Jamile McGee, who has worked with many artists in the industry includin… Joy of Motion Dance Center. (Educational - Class). 301-986-0016
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Ballroom and Flamenco Dance Classes.
Angelic Feet Dancing is now taking students for its 4 week course on Foxtrot, Swing, Rumba and international dances as well as A… Market 5 Gallery. (Educational - Class). 202-446-3664
7:00 pm-
8:15 pm
Secrets of the Breath: Introduction to Yogic Breathing and Meditation.
The breath is a powerful tool in the elimination of stress and toxins from the body. Through breath work we can settle the mind… Sri Sri Center for Peace and Meditation. (Educational - Class). 202-332-5433
7:30 pm-
9:00 pm
Hip Hop Classes with Jamile McGee.
Come take class with professional choreographer / dancer Jamile McGee, who has worked with many artists in the industry includin… Joy of Motion Dance Center. (Educational - Class). 301-986-0016
America's Most Wanted Studio Productions.
John Walsh's America's Most Wanted Studio, a state of the art facility, is located permanently at the museum, and live broadcast… National Museum of Crime & Punishment. (Educational - Science & Nature). 202-393-1099
Self-Guided Tour: Let's Move! with Smithsonian Gardens.
Explore Smithsonian Gardens through this scavenger hunt. Discover garden treasures while learning how gardening promotes healthy… Smithsonian Institution. (Educational - Walking Tour). 202-357-2700

Miscellaneous

7:00 pm-
10:00 pm
Texas Hold'em Tournament.
Free Texas Hold'em Tournaments for nightly prizes. Tommy Joe's Restaurant. (Gaming - Poker). 240-372-0717

Dining Specials

11:00 am-
3:00 pm
Brunch.
Popular breakfast and lunch items are offered for brunch throughout the week. Urbana Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 202-956-6650
11:00 am-
5:00 pm
Prix Fixe Lunch.
A 3-course meal with complimentary glass of wine is offered on weekdays. Bistro Francais. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-338-3830
11:00 am-
2:30 pm
3-Course Lunch.
A prix-fixe menu is offered during the week for lunch with different specials each day. Chef's American Bistro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 301-862-0380
11:30 am-
3:00 pm
Prix Fixe Weekday Lunch.
A special 3-course option is offered in addition to the regular menu. 2941. (Dining - Dining Specials). 703-270-1500
11:30 am-
2:00 pm
Prix Fixe Lunch.
A 3-course menu is offered for lunch, in addition to the regular menu and specials. Bastille DC. (Dining - Dining Specials). 703-519-3776
11:30 am-
2:00 pm
Express Lunch Buffet.
All you can eat pasta, pizza, soup, salads and more are offered on weekdays. Extra Virgin. (Dining - Dining Specials). 703-998-8474
11:30 am-
4:00 pm
30-Minute 3-Course Lunch.
Enjoy a contemporary French prix-fixe lunch on weekdays. Ici Urban Bistro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-730-8700
11:30 am-
2:30 pm
Buffet and Boxed Lunches.
For those in a hurry on weekdays, a choice of several quick lunch options is featured. Indique Heights. (Dining - Dining Specials). 301-656-4822
11:30 am-
2:30 pm
3-Course Power Lunch.
A quick, prix fixe lunch menu is offered on weekdays, in addition to the regular menu. Poste. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-783-6060
11:30 am-
2:30 pm
Lunch Box.
A quick, 4-course prix fixe menu including salads, pasta, entree, sides and dessert is featured on weekdays. Teatro Goldoni. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-955-9494
12:00 pm-
2:30 pm
Express Lunch.
A prix fixe 2-course soup or salad plus entree lunch is offered on weekdays. Degrees Bistro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-912-4110
3:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Happy Hour McGinty's!.
$5 Food Menu; $3 Yuengling & Shocktop; $4 Margaritas & Martinis; $3.50 House Wine; $1 Off All Other Beer & Rail Drinks. McGinty's Public House. (Dining - Happy Hour). 301-587-1270
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Chadwick's Happy Hour.
Enjoy $2 domestic bottles, $2 house wine, $2.50 rail drinks and margaritas and half price Buffalo Wings and Stuffed Potato. Chadwick's. (Dining - Happy Hour). 202-333-2565
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Pour House Happy Hour.
Weekday happy hour featuring: $3 Bud Light drafts, Miller Lite drafts and Yuengling drafts; $4 Svedka, Svedka Flavors and Jim Be… Pour House. (Dining - Happy Hour). 202-546-0779
5:30 pm-
9:00 pm
Family Dining Night.
Upstairs at Mr. Henry's, children 8 years old and younger eat free, from their new kid's menu, with a dining adult. Mr. Henry's Restaurant on Capitol Hill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-546-8412
6:00 pmTuesday Night Special.
Tuesday nights features sports trivia starting at 7 pm and $3 Peroni pints, $10 Peroni pitchers and $5 appetizers (nachos, potat… Pour House. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-546-0779
6:00 pmToledo Lounge Tuesdays.
Features 1/2 price burgers, Ladies Night 9pm-12pm, $2 off everything (except burgers), $3 - Rail 6pm-9pm, and $2 - Drafts 6pm-9p… Toledo Lounge. (Dining - Dining Specials). 202-986-5416

Nightlife

4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Tune Inn Happy Hour.
At happy hour get $1 off all drinks. Tune Inn. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 202-543-2725
4:00 pm-
8:00 pm
Bedrock Billiards Happy Hour.
Specials include Rail drafts and Miller Lite $3. Bedrock Billiards. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 202-667-7665
4:00 pm-
7:00 pm
Happy Hour at Garrett's.
Monday through Friday Happy Hour is from 4pm to 7pm. Come in and join us for three full hours where we offer drink deals and hal… Garrett's Restaurant & Railroad Tavern. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 202-333-1033
5:00 pm-
11:00 pm
Club Heaven & Hell Happy Hour.
Extended happy hour including specially priced appetizers and entrees. Drink specials include all domestic bottles $3 including… Club Heaven and Hell. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 202-667-4355
5:30 pm-
8:00 pm
Bottled Beer Special.
Ten different premium beers on special each week at $3.75 each. Top of the Hill. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 202-546-7782
6:00 pmWhen It Rains... We Pour.
When it rains, we pour $2 drafts. Some restrictions apply -- snow is not rain. Toledo Lounge. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 202-986-5416
8:00 pmTrivia Night Tuesdays.
Offering Miller Lite and Miller High Life bottles for $3.00 each along with prizes from the folks at Miller Brewing and Garrett'… Garrett's Restaurant & Railroad Tavern. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 202-333-1033
9:00 pm-
1:00 am
Tempting Tuesday's.
Your weekly Tuesday night singles party in Rockville. Orange Ball Billiards and Cafe. (Nightlife - Parties). 240-374-1400
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