Cherry Blossom Festival |
| Cherry Blossoms: Target Tidal Basin Stage - Cultural Performances |
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Performances featuring music, dance, and song by local, national and international performing artists.
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| Hosted By: Target |
| Time:
1200PM - 0700PM |
Cost: FREE |
| Location: Jefferson Memorial, Washington, District of Columbia |
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| National Park Service - Ranger-led Bike Tours |
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The history of Washington’s cherry blossoms comes alive with three-hour bike tours led by National Park Service rangers. Come explore the cultural and natural significance of these national treasures. No two tours are the same! All riders must provide their own bike, helmet and water.
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| Hosted By: National Park Service |
| Time:
100PM - 0400PM |
Cost: FREE |
| Location: Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Washington, District of Columbia |
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| Cherry Blossom Regatta |
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Race for PHRF Sailboats run by Dangerfield Island Sailing Club and sponsored by the Washington Sailing Marina and Indigo Landing Restaurant / Guest Services. RAIN DATE 4-11-09
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| Hosted By: Dangerfield Island Sailing Club |
| Time:
1100AM - 0500PM |
Cost: Free for spectators/ $25 for participants |
| Location: 1 Marina Drive, GW Parkway, Alexandria, Virginia 22314 |
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| AkibaFest: Pop the Rock Japan Music Showcase |
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Pop the Rock Japan Music Showcase is an annual concert event that presents Japanese Pop Music to a growing American fan base. This year’s performers include Psychic Lover, Unicorn Table, Project R and special guest Shing02.
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| Hosted By: Tenbu Production |
| Time:
500PM - 1000PM |
Cost: $15 pre-sale; $20 at the door |
| Location: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center at U. of Maryland, College Park, Maryland |
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| Blessing of the Fleets |
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The Blessing of the Fleets is a tradition that has been passed down. At the United States Navy Memorial’s annual Blessing of the Fleets, Sailors from the Navy’s Ceremonial Guard proceed across the Memorial’s “Granite Sea” to pour water from the Seven Seas -- and the Great Lakes -- into the surrounding foundations. This annual “charging” of the fountains brings them to life, celebrating the new spring season.
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| Hosted By: United States Navy Memorial |
| Time:
100PM - 0300PM |
Cost: FREE |
| Location: U.S. Navy Memorial-701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, District of Columbia |
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Community |
| Taking Care of the Temple - Community Health Fair |
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We offer presentation and information from:
Dr. Ian’s 50 Million Pound Challenge Kits
• Gospel Aerobics
• Breast Cancer Awareness
• The American Kidney Fund
• The National Marrow Donor Program
• The American Heart Association
• Minority Organ & Tissue Transplant Education
• Amerigroup Community Care |
| Hosted By: Central Baptist Church of Camp Springs |
| Time:
1000AM - 0300PM |
Cost: FREE |
| Location: 5600 Old Branch Avenue, Camp Springs, MD, Maryland 20748 |
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Dancing |
| Sahara Dance Spring Belly Dance Workshop Series |
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| Saturday Workshop Series - a new topic every Saturday! Perfect for additional practice or trying out new styles. Please check the website for topics and workshop descriptions / http://www.saharadance.com/workshops/ |
| Hosted By: Sahara Dance |
| Time:
230PM - 0430PM |
Cost: $35 advance/$45 door |
| Location: 4631 41st Street, NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20016 |
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| Spring Belly Dance Classes at Sahara Dance! |
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Learn to belly dance in 2009! Sahara Dance offers everything from introduction workshops to advanced performance classes. With 6 locations in the DC-area and over 50 weekly classes, you\'re sure to find a class to fit your schedule.
Please visit http://saharadance.com/ for more information.
We hope you can join us in the studio this spring! |
| Hosted By: Sahara Dance |
| Time:
530PM - 1000PM (ends on Wednesday, Apr 29) |
Cost: Varies |
| Location: 4631 41st Street, NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20016 |
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Education |
| How to Become a World Class Meeting Planner |
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| Do you enjoy planning parties? Do you love coming up with new ideas to make an event unique? Get paid to do something you enjoy – become an events planner! There is a huge demand for skilled events planners; this workshop will tell you how to find these opportunities. |
| Hosted By: First Class Inc. Lifelong Learning Center |
| Time:
100PM - 0300PM |
Cost: $29-$39 |
| Location: 1726 20th St, NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20009 |
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| Writing (and Rewriting) Relationship Stories and Moving On |
8622 |
We've all had those times when a bad relationship has left us feeling like a fool. Well, come to this workshop/reading and turn that around!
Bring a journal or some sheets of paper and write your way through the negative emotions and get to the other side.
Join Sheilah Vance, author of the novel, Land Mines, as she helps you reframe, rewrite, and rebuild.
Live webcasting of workshop on www.mogulus.com. |
| Hosted By: Elevator Group |
| Time:
200PM - 0400PM |
Cost: FREE With Purchase of Book ($15) |
| Location: 3311 Rhode Island Avenue, Mount Ranier, Maryland 20712 |
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Entertainment |
| Jazz Night @ Pines of Florence - Blaney ,Hoehne ,Eldridge |
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Pines of Florence will host its' first Jazz Night! Featured performers will be vocalist Michael Blaney, sax/clarinet virtuoso Henning Hoehne and acclaimed pianist Rick Eldridge. They will perform a diversified program of jazz and songs from the Great American Songbook. There is no entertainment cover charge if dinner is ordered.
The restaurant is located just 2 blocks from the Ballston Metro. Reservations are suggested. Please call (703) 243-7463 |
| Hosted By: Pines of Florence |
| Time:
700PM - 0930PM |
Cost: no cover charge if dinner is purchased |
| Location: 3811 N. Fairfax Dr, Arlington, Virginia 22203 |
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Fund Raisers |
| 2nd Annual Art & Go Seek Scavenger Hunt |
8426 |
| Art & Go Seek is an interactive scavenger hunt that sends teams of 2-6 people racing around Capitol Hill searching for answers to questions about art, history, and notorious people and places in the neighborhood. Entry fees for adults are $25 before March 28th and $30 after. Ages 13-18 are $10. Children under 12 are free. Each team pledges to raise at least $100. |
| Hosted By: Capitol Hill Arts Workshopo |
| Time:
830AM - 0230PM |
Cost: |
| Location: 545 7th St. SE, Washington, District of Columbia 20003 |
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| Framing the Future Arts Gala |
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| The evening will include a silent art auction and live music. Guests will also enjoy marvelous cuisine, cocktails, and desserts. The gala is “black tie for the brave” and offers valet parking. Gala proceeds help Two Rivers fund specialized arts programming, purchase arts supplies, support artists in residence, and provide continuing education for teachers. |
| Hosted By: Two Rivers Public Charter School |
| Time:
700PM - 1100PM |
Cost: 85.00 |
| Location: 1227 4th Street NE, Washington, District of Columbia 20002 |
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| Jog for Justice |
8570 |
| The Jog for Justice is a 5K run/walk around campus to support the SARPP Advocate Office. The SARPP Advocate Office offers support and resources for students, staff, and faculty of the University of Maryland dealing with sexual assault, stalking, relationship violence, and sexual harassment. Proceeds go to the Victim Assistance Fund to help pay for victims' medical needs and mental health appointments. Winners receive prizes and all participants receive a t-shirt and refreshments! |
| Hosted By: University of Maryland Health Center's Sexual Assault Response and Prevention Program (SARPP) |
| Time:
1100AM - 0200PM |
Cost: $20/individual; $350/group of 20 |
| Location: Lot 1D - University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742 |
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Holiday |
| 18th Annual Cap-City Bunny Hop |
8621 |
Kick off the Easter Celebration early with us "hopping" bar-to-bar in Midtown DC!
This year, we have decided to combine our two famous events, the Cap-City Bar Tour and the Bunny Hop, and put together Midtown DC's only Easter Spring kick-off party!
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| Hosted By: Lindy Promotions |
| Time:
300PM - 1100PM |
Cost: $10.00 w/ 2 cans of food or $13.00 w/out |
| Location: 1823 L St NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20036 |
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Music |
| David Gonzalez |
7852 |
| Storyteller, musician, poet and performer David Gonzalez is a one-of-a-kind artist. David’s latest multi-media adventure will include images from our world near and far, words from activists and experts in the environmental movement, poetry from his own heart and the music of co-composer and jazz pianist Daniel Kelly. This work will celebrate the splendor of the natural world and speak to the critical role that stewardship plays in preservation and conservation. |
| Hosted By: Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center |
| Time:
300PM - 0500PM |
Cost: $25 |
| Location: University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland 20742 |
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Singles |
| Eat, Drink and Nightlife Tour - Boutique Hotel Lounges of Washington, D.C. |
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| Ahhhh...living the life of luxury. Boutique Hotels provide a little something extra by focusing on decor, ambience and creating a genuine sense of intimacy for their affluent clientele. |
| Hosted By: Professionals in the City |
| Time:
700PM - 1100PM |
Cost: $15.00 if purchsed in advance |
| Location: Meet at Beacon Lounge 1615 Rhode Island Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia |
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Wine Tasting |
| Charity Wine Tasting and Auction |
8673 |
Taste 15 different wines! Includes hors d’oeuvres. Door Prizes!! Do not need to stay to win!
Auction items include jewelry, items for the home, Washington Bike Center tune-up, dinner cruise for 2, massage package, Mariott weekend romance package, and Wolf Trap tickets!
The Center for Workforce Development works to improve peoples lives and well being by providing a livable wage and opportunities for life-long learning.
Donations are tax deductible!
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| Hosted By: The Center for Workforce Development |
| Time:
100PM - 0500PM |
Cost: $20 sinlge, $35 couple |
| Location: Holiday Inn Dulles, 45425 Holiday Drive, Sterling, Virginia |
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Women |
| Women's Show of Northern Virginia |
8315 |
| At the first-ever Women’s Show of Northern Virginia, you can shop for beautiful jewelry and hip handbags, watch fabulous fashion shows, sample gourmet foods, treat yourself to makeovers, and meet celebrity guests. The three-day event will have hundreds of exhibitors with information, services, and products on healthy living, childcare, education, travel, and more. |
| Hosted By: Sponsors: INOVA Health System, Times Community News, Harris Teeter |
| Time:
1000AM - 0500PM |
Cost: $9 at door, $8 online, $7.50 at Harris Teeter |
| Location: Dulles Expo Center, 4368 Chantilly Shopping Center, Chantilly, Virginia 20153 |
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| Washington Wizards Bridal Expo |
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| Washington Wizards are hosting a bridal show at the basketball game on Apr 4th. Guys can help with the planning process and girls can catch the excitement of the NBA. $20 tickets gets you both the bridal show and BB game. WIn lots of prizes! bridesandbasketball.com for more info or tickets |
| Hosted By: Weddings Noir |
| Time:
600PM - 0900PM |
Cost: $20 |
| Location: Verizon Center, F St, Washington, District of Columbia 20001 |
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