Chukwudinma Nsofor paints boldly, brushing fast moving shapes with intense color changes of human energy. You can see traces of his hand lifting from the pigment. He calls his large-scale works documentary narratives, abstract canvases that command a longer look and simply become immersive. The artist has plenty on his mind. A Nigerian Igbo crown...
The Creative Crafts Council (CCC) celebrates its 35th biennial exhibition supporting the finest crafts from Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC. The first biennial had bold beginnings as the Exhibition of Creative Arts at the National Collection of Fine Arts, now known as the National Museum of American Art, and today continues a long tradition of exhibiting at...
The health of earth’s numerous ecosystems relies on native and endemic bird species to thrive and flourish. Sadly, bird populations around the world are declining due to the negative impacts of climate change. By emphasizing their beauty and diversity, Under Our Wings inspires and encourages viewers to take action towards protecting Earth’s feathered friends.
Screening of 2023 Japanese film about ecological change. Free bagels, coffee, and tea. Discussion to follow.
Washington Capitals & Bethesda Row Announce a Special Spring Shop for the Cause. The celebration will feature music by DJ Chris Styles, a meet and greet with Capitals alumnus and Monumental Sports Network analyst Alan May and with Monumental Sports Network Capitals host Alexa Landestoy from 4:30-5:30 p.m., photo opp with Capitals mascot Slapshot, sweepstakes...
Connect and learn: naturopathic medicine, acupuncture, physical & manual therapy, spiritual counseling, group classes.
Returning to Strathmore after a sold out show last year, Sona Jobarteh is a living archive of the Gambian people, her musical spirit honoring the West African griot tradition. Challenging norms, Jobarteh became the first professional female kora (a 12-stringed African harp) player. With an eye on history and the future, she is paving the...
Described as “unique voices and rare musicians” by PBS, Max Hatt and Edda Glass are no strangers to sticking out among their peers. Steeped in the sounds of jazz from an early age, Hatt captivates audiences with guitar, and Glass approaches singing with a sultry sound that’s elegant and enchanting. With their original songwriting, described by...
Hosted by Mindy Thomas (Wow in the World) and Carly Q. Ciarrocchi (Who, When, Wow: Mystery Edition), this fast paced science-packed, laughter-inducing interactive game show features two teams of Wowzer...
Viewed through a utopian, Afrofuturistic lens, this vibrant one-act concert reimagines the classic musical, featuring songs such as "Do-Re-Mi," "Edelweiss," and "Climb Ev'ry Mountain," all recast through a Black Roots music kaleidoscope. With beautiful voices, dazzling arrangements, and a powerful message of unity and resilience, this electrifying show celebrates the rich cultural heritage of Black...
Come to Caddies on Cordell every Tuesday at 7:30 PM for Trivia Night. It's free to play, and there are gift card prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place teams. Enjoy Happy Hour prices from 3-10 PM, and half off pizza all day long!
When a troubled teen is given a controversial book, his mother visits the local library to discuss “appropriate” reading material with the librarian. However, their reasonable discussion quickly turns into a heated confrontation, sparking a dramatic chain reaction of unexpected consequences. With both heartbreak and humor, Sharyn Rothstein offers compassion and empathy as an antidote...
