Did someone say live music, delicious food, and drinks? The inaugural season of Jazz @ Met, produced by the National Landing BID, DC Jazz Festival and Amazon, has a weekly lineup of jazz artists.
Starting June 15 through August 17, doors will open to guests every Thursday at 4 PM and music starts at 5 PM. The year’s lineup includes:
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June 22: Heidi Martin
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June 29: Langston Hughes II Quartet
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July 13: Julian Berkowitz Quartet
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WHEN: Every Thursday from June 15 to August 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM
WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)
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Fashion Lecture Series: Embark on an extraordinary journey through time with renowned fashion historian, John Tiffany, at City Ridge’s monthly Fashion Lecture Series. Prepare to be captivated as history, fashion, forgotten facts, and never-before-seen photos come together to create an experience that fashion lovers and historians will not want to miss. The series continues throughout the summer with lectures on the 1950s and 1960s:
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1950s: Ladies and Rebels
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Date & Time: Thursday, July 20 from 7-8 PM
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Details: When the Paris design workrooms shut down at the start of World War II, New York became the fashion capital of the world. Eleanor Lambert, iconic fashion publicist, propelled the industry forward with the world’s first fashion week, the International Best Dressed List, the Coty Awards, the Metropolitan Museum’s Costume Institute and the Met Gala. Lambert also shaped the careers of some of history’s most renowned fashion icons including Mainbocher, Valentina and Christian Dior. In collaboration with Lambert, Dior launched his first collection, The New Look, and the duo later created the first Paris Fashion Week. John Tiffany, Eleanor Lambert’s biographer and former assistant, will detail how it happened, sharing never-before-seen photos, sensational stories and the juicy gossip behind one of most fascinating decades in the world of fashion.
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Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.
Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.
WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)
Get ready for the ultimate soundtrack to summer with City Ridge’s summer music series, Rockin’ at the Ridge. Every Friday, kick back and relax on City Ridge’s Great Lawn to enjoy live music, beer, wine and fun in the summer!
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June
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Todd Brooks and Pour Decisions on Friday, June 9
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The Tribe Band on Friday, June 16
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The JoGo Project on Friday, June 23
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Justin Traqick and The Common Good on Friday, June 30
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July
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Rock Creek Revival on Friday, July 7
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The 19th Street Band on Friday, July 14
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Starlight Anthem on Friday, July 21
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The Breakaways on Friday, July 28
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August
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Flashback on Friday, August 4
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Practically Einstein on Friday, August 11
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Lonny Taylor on Friday, August 18
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DTC on Friday, August 25
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Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn or beach chairs. Beer and wine will be available for purchase throughout the event. While at City Ridge, guests can also stop by Wegmans and Tatte Bakery & Cafe for additional bites and refreshments.
WHEN: The concert series will run every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from June 2 through August 25
WHERE: City Ridge’s Great Lawn (20 Ridge Square NW, Washington, DC 20016). Hourly parking is available on-site.
HOW: Guests can register for FREE here. More information on the artist line up and event details can be found here.
ABOUT CITY RIDGE: City Ridge is a brand new community located along bustling Wisconsin Avenue, with 690 apartment residences, CAVA’s new corporate headquarters, and Wegmans and Tatte Bakery & Cafe. For more information on City Ridge, its incoming retailers and residential offerings, click here.
Did someone say live music, delicious food, and drinks? The inaugural season of Jazz @ Met, produced by the National Landing BID, DC Jazz Festival and Amazon, has a weekly lineup of jazz artists.
Starting June 15 through August 17, doors will open to guests every Thursday at 4 PM and music starts at 5 PM. The year’s lineup includes:
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June 22: Heidi Martin
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June 29: Langston Hughes II Quartet
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July 13: Julian Berkowitz Quartet
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WHEN: Every Thursday from June 15 to August 17 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM
WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)
The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) is excited to announce an immersive celebration of youth and learning: Kids World debuts at Franklin Park for three fun-filled days: Friday, July 28, through Sunday, July 30. This action-packed weekend will be free and open to all and will feature a variety of creative pop-ups, hands-on activities, playful installations, and more to entertain and educate young visitors and their families. Attendees can expect to dive into the worlds of literacy, health and fitness, creativity, science and nature, and entrepreneurship.
“Franklin Park is a favorite downtown destination for locals and visitors of all ages, and we love seeing families and kids reveling in downtown’s largest green space. With Kids World, the park will be filled with a variety of engaging activities, curated by some of downtown’s most kid-friendly partners, that appeal to all of the senses and make space for kids to gather, learn, and have fun,” said BID President and CEO Gerren Price. “This will be an unforgettable weekend, and one that shouldn’t be missed.”
The dynamic programming of Kids World is being developed by the BID and partners, including event sponsors the DC Public Library Foundation, Beyond the Book, and Events DC, plus the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, Planet Word, Turning the Page, and others. Franklin Park will be filled with interactive exhibits, play spaces, and learning opportunities. Activities will be focused on young people ages 3 to 15, but there will be plenty of options to keep attendees of all ages active and engaged. The full schedule of programming is available online at downtowndc.org/event/kids-
Highlights include:
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Storyland story time with special guest appearances
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Pop-up children’s bookstore
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Hands-on science, nature, art, and craft projects
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Teatime with Paddington Bear
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Stuff-your-own-bear station
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Meet and learn from kid entrepreneurs
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Superhero workouts with Black Panther, Wonder Woman, and Spiderman
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Rock out with youth bands, singers, dancers, and other performers
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Dance party with DJ Princess Christiona
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Trackless train rides
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and much more!
All Kids World spaces and activities are free and open to the public. Select events have limited capacity and require pre-registration — visit eventbrite.com/e/kids-world-
Friday, July 28, 10 a.m.
Friday, August 11, 10 a.m.
Friday, August 25, 10 a.m.
Gardens at the National Museum of the American Indian
How do we protect the museum’s croplands from natural pests? Convergent lady beetles, better known as ladybugs, are a natural pesticide used by our groundskeepers to maintain the health of our gardens. Join experts from Smithsonian Gardens outside our museum on the National Mall to learn how to identify a ladybug and other fun insect and garden facts. Then place a few ladybugs on plants yourself.
This program is for visitors of all ages. Children should be accompanied by adult caregivers. Program subject to cancellation in case of inclement weather.
Grab your popcorn and relax on the lawn at Met Park for a weekly outdoor movies series, produced by the National Landing BID.
Come anytime after 6 PM to pick up occasional swag and grab a bite to eat at one of the participating food trucks or pack a picnic. Movies will begin at 7 PM.
WHEN: Every Friday this summer at 7:00 PM
WHERE: Met Park (South Fern Street, Arlington, VA 22202)
Get ready for the ultimate soundtrack to summer with City Ridge’s summer music series, Rockin’ at the Ridge. Every Friday, kick back and relax on City Ridge’s Great Lawn to enjoy live music, beer, wine and fun in the summer!
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June
-
Todd Brooks and Pour Decisions on Friday, June 9
-
The Tribe Band on Friday, June 16
-
The JoGo Project on Friday, June 23
-
Justin Traqick and The Common Good on Friday, June 30
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July
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Rock Creek Revival on Friday, July 7
-
The 19th Street Band on Friday, July 14
-
Starlight Anthem on Friday, July 21
-
The Breakaways on Friday, July 28
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August
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Flashback on Friday, August 4
-
Practically Einstein on Friday, August 11
-
Lonny Taylor on Friday, August 18
-
DTC on Friday, August 25
-
Guests are encouraged to bring their own lawn or beach chairs. Beer and wine will be available for purchase throughout the event. While at City Ridge, guests can also stop by Wegmans and Tatte Bakery & Cafe for additional bites and refreshments.
WHEN: The concert series will run every Friday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM from June 2 through August 25
WHERE: City Ridge’s Great Lawn (20 Ridge Square NW, Washington, DC 20016). Hourly parking is available on-site.
HOW: Guests can register for FREE here. More information on the artist line up and event details can be found here.
ABOUT CITY RIDGE: City Ridge is a brand new community located along bustling Wisconsin Avenue, with 690 apartment residences, CAVA’s new corporate headquarters, and Wegmans and Tatte Bakery & Cafe. For more information on City Ridge, its incoming retailers and residential offerings, click here.
The DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID) is excited to announce an immersive celebration of youth and learning: Kids World debuts at Franklin Park for three fun-filled days: Friday, July 28, through Sunday, July 30. This action-packed weekend will be free and open to all and will feature a variety of creative pop-ups, hands-on activities, playful installations, and more to entertain and educate young visitors and their families. Attendees can expect to dive into the worlds of literacy, health and fitness, creativity, science and nature, and entrepreneurship.
“Franklin Park is a favorite downtown destination for locals and visitors of all ages, and we love seeing families and kids reveling in downtown’s largest green space. With Kids World, the park will be filled with a variety of engaging activities, curated by some of downtown’s most kid-friendly partners, that appeal to all of the senses and make space for kids to gather, learn, and have fun,” said BID President and CEO Gerren Price. “This will be an unforgettable weekend, and one that shouldn’t be missed.”
The dynamic programming of Kids World is being developed by the BID and partners, including event sponsors the DC Public Library Foundation, Beyond the Book, and Events DC, plus the DC Department of Parks and Recreation, Planet Word, Turning the Page, and others. Franklin Park will be filled with interactive exhibits, play spaces, and learning opportunities. Activities will be focused on young people ages 3 to 15, but there will be plenty of options to keep attendees of all ages active and engaged. The full schedule of programming is available online at downtowndc.org/event/kids-
Highlights include:
-
Storyland story time with special guest appearances
-
Pop-up children’s bookstore
-
Hands-on science, nature, art, and craft projects
-
Teatime with Paddington Bear
-
Stuff-your-own-bear station
-
Meet and learn from kid entrepreneurs
-
Superhero workouts with Black Panther, Wonder Woman, and Spiderman
-
Rock out with youth bands, singers, dancers, and other performers
-
Dance party with DJ Princess Christiona
-
Trackless train rides
-
and much more!
All Kids World spaces and activities are free and open to the public. Select events have limited capacity and require pre-registration — visit eventbrite.com/e/kids-world-
