The 9th Annual Scope It Out 5K Run/Walk, produced by the Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundationwill be held at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, March 23, 2014 in the heart of downtown Washington, D.C. Registration is now open with the race kicking off at Freedom Plaza (13th & Pennsylvania) and will include a scenic tour of popular DC landmark sites.
Held during National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month the race is the largest colon cancer awareness race in the country, attracting close to 4,000 participants. The Washington, DC/Metro Area ranks high in the nation to lives lost to colon cancer. Overall, colon cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths for men and women combined. This year, there will be around 140,000 new cases of colorectal cancer in the United States and of those around 47,000 will pass away.
This year’s race is held on the four year anniversary since the founding of the Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation. Last year, Chris4Life successfully launched a national awareness campaign titled ‘Love Your Butt’, that gained tremendous media and viral attention giving attention to how important it is to get screened. The race is an effort to call attention to the test (the colonoscopy) that is important to saving lives if a cancer diagnosis is caught early. The race name is an attempt to be both direct and humorous – to encourage others to talk about the need to be scoped. If caught early, colorectal cancer is 90% preventable.
To date, the Scope It Out 5K has donated more than $1million dollars to further colorectal cancer research and awareness. The race continues to grow each year with a 2014 goal of raising $400,000 in race proceeds in which will be donated to Chris4Life. The Scope It Out 5K is one of the fastest growing races in the county – expanding to other cities such as Detroit, Pittsburgh, Denver, New York City, and Chicago.
2014 race sponsors to date include: ABC7/WJLA-TV and News Channel 8, WTOP News, 94.7 Fresh FM, The Ruesch Center for the Cure of Gastrointestinal Cancers at Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center, Med Star Georgetown University Hospital, City Sports,Deloitte, Fairfax Colon & Rectal Surgery, and Sentara Healthcare. For race information and sponsorship opportunities, visitwww.scopeitout5k.com
EVENT DETAILS
What: 9th Annual Scope It Out 5K
Presented by: Chris4Life Colon Cancer Foundation
When: Sunday, March 23, 2014
Where: Freedom Plaza (13th and Pennsylvania), Washington, D.C.
Time: 9:00AM – 11:00AM
Website/Event Registration: www.chris4life.org or www.scopeitout5k.com
The Golden Dragon Acrobats—athletes, actors and artists in their own right—showcase the amazing feats of balance, gravity-defying acrobatics, gymnastics and choreography of their hit show Cirque Zíva in the Music Center at Strathmore on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 at 8 p.m. Audiences can catch this electric performance before the troupe returns to New York City in December 2014 for a five-week performance run at midtown’s famous New Victory Theater. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (301) 581-5100 or visitwww.strathmore.org.
The Golden Dragon Acrobats hail from Cangzhou, Hebei Province, China and were founded by Lien Chi Chang in 1967. They blend traditional Chinese arts with modern choreography, staging and costumes. The troupe’s producer and artistic director, Danny Chang, son of Lien Chi Chang, is a leading exponent of Chinese acrobatics. He began training at the age of seven under the tutelage of his father. After more than 17 years of apprenticeship and performing with the National Acrobats Troupe of the Republic of China, Chang took full control of the Golden Dragon Acrobats in 1984.
In 2005, their debut at the New Victory Theater earned two prestigious New York Drama Desk Awards nominations (Best Choreography and Most Unique Theatrical Experience).
About Strathmore
Strathmore presents and produces exemplary visual and performing arts programs for diverse audiences; creates dynamic arts education experiences; and nurtures creative ideas and conversations that advance the future of the arts. The hallmark of the arts center is the Music Center at Strathmore, a 1,976-seat concert hall and education complex. The Music Center at Strathmore is located at 5301 Tuckerman Lane in North Bethesda, MD, one half-mile north of the Capital Beltway and immediately adjacent to the Grosvenor-Strathmore station on Metro’s Red Line. For those attending a ticketed performance at the Music Center at Strathmore, parking in the Metro garage is complimentary with your ticket.
2014 Smithsonian Craft Show
April 10 – 13, 2014
Preview Night Benefit, Wednesday, April 9
Ruth Conant and Mary Beth Nethercutt
2014 Craft Show Chairs
WHAT
Widely regarded as the country’s most prestigious juried show and sale of fine
American sculptural objects and design, the Smithsonian Craft Show is produced
by the Smithsonian Women’s Committee to support the Smithsonian Women’s
Committee Grants Fund. Grants are awarded to address the Smithsonian’s
Four Grand Challenges: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe, Valuing World
Cultures, Understanding and Sustaining a Bio diverse Planet, and Understanding
the American Experience.
Join us for the 32nd
♦ A dazzling exhibition of creativity, innovation and technical mastery at the
elegant and historic National Building Museum
♦ 122 distinguished craft artists selected in a 2014 “Quest for the Best.”
♦ A sale of one-of-a-kind or limited edition works in 12 different media —
from furniture and ceramics to glass and wearable art.
annual celebration and enjoy:
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001 Judiciary Square Metro Station (red line)
WHEN
Thursday, April 10 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Friday April 11 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Saturday April 12 10:30 am- 5:30 pm
Sunday April 13 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
2014 Smithsonian Craft Show
April 10 – 13, 2014
Preview Night Benefit, Wednesday, April 9
Ruth Conant and Mary Beth Nethercutt
2014 Craft Show Chairs
WHAT
Widely regarded as the country’s most prestigious juried show and sale of fine
American sculptural objects and design, the Smithsonian Craft Show is produced
by the Smithsonian Women’s Committee to support the Smithsonian Women’s
Committee Grants Fund. Grants are awarded to address the Smithsonian’s
Four Grand Challenges: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe, Valuing World
Cultures, Understanding and Sustaining a Bio diverse Planet, and Understanding
the American Experience.
Join us for the 32nd
♦ A dazzling exhibition of creativity, innovation and technical mastery at the
elegant and historic National Building Museum
♦ 122 distinguished craft artists selected in a 2014 “Quest for the Best.”
♦ A sale of one-of-a-kind or limited edition works in 12 different media —
from furniture and ceramics to glass and wearable art.
annual celebration and enjoy:
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001 Judiciary Square Metro Station (red line)
WHEN
Thursday, April 10 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Friday April 11 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Saturday April 12 10:30 am- 5:30 pm
Sunday April 13 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
2014 Smithsonian Craft Show
April 10 – 13, 2014
Preview Night Benefit, Wednesday, April 9
Ruth Conant and Mary Beth Nethercutt
2014 Craft Show Chairs
WHAT
Widely regarded as the country’s most prestigious juried show and sale of fine
American sculptural objects and design, the Smithsonian Craft Show is produced
by the Smithsonian Women’s Committee to support the Smithsonian Women’s
Committee Grants Fund. Grants are awarded to address the Smithsonian’s
Four Grand Challenges: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe, Valuing World
Cultures, Understanding and Sustaining a Bio diverse Planet, and Understanding
the American Experience.
Join us for the 32nd
♦ A dazzling exhibition of creativity, innovation and technical mastery at the
elegant and historic National Building Museum
♦ 122 distinguished craft artists selected in a 2014 “Quest for the Best.”
♦ A sale of one-of-a-kind or limited edition works in 12 different media —
from furniture and ceramics to glass and wearable art.
annual celebration and enjoy:
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001 Judiciary Square Metro Station (red line)
WHEN
Thursday, April 10 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Friday April 11 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Saturday April 12 10:30 am- 5:30 pm
Sunday April 13 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
Passed down through generations of mariners and navies, the U.S. Navy Memorial’s 23rd annual Blessing of the Fleets will take place on Saturday, April 12, 2014 from 1:00-5:00 pm. A popular attraction during the National Cherry Blossom Festival—the largest springtime festival in the nation—this event is free and open to the public immediately following the Cherry Blossom Festival Parade.
The ‘Blessing of the Fleets’ ritual is intended to safeguard crews and ships from the danger of the seas through a blessing given by a clergyman at the water’s edge. During the Navy Memorial’s ceremony, sailors from the U.S. Navy’s Ceremonial Guard proceed across the outdoor plaza’s “Granite Sea” to pour water from the Seven Seas and Great Lakes into the surrounding fountains, “charging” them to life and welcoming the spring season.
This year, Navy Memorial is honored to have Admiral Robert J. Papp, Jr., USCG, Commandant of the Coast Guard, as guest speaker. Also special this year, Coast Guard cutters and stations around the globe have sent in water that will be added to the fountains during the ritual.
Following the sacred ceremony, culinary professionals from the White House Mess will prepare and serve navy bean soup to visitors in the adjacent Naval Heritage Center. Guests are also invited to enjoy the spring weather with an outdoor concert by the US Coast Guard Band on Memorial Plaza.
This year’s Blessing of the Fleets marks the launch of the U.S. Navy Memorial’s “Year of the Coast Guard” exhibit and special programming. Fascinating historical photographs and original artwork, uniforms, recruiting posters from military collections, and other rare artifacts will be on display in the Naval Heritage Center through March 2015. The Navy Memorial will present a series of events (TBA), including wreath laying ceremonies, lectures, book signings and symposia in honor of the Coast Guard and their service to our nation.
About the United States Navy Memorial
Conveniently located on Pennsylvania Avenue – halfway between the White House and the Capitol, the United States Navy Memorial provides a living tribute to Navy people and a place for them to gather and celebrate their service. The outdoor plaza features a “Granite Sea” map of the world, towering masts with signal flags, fountain pools and waterfalls and The Lone Sailor© statue. Adjacent to the plaza is the Naval Heritage Center, where visitors can find educational displays about the contributions of the men and women of the Sea Services (Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine). Also housed in the Naval Heritage Center is the Navy Log – the online place for Navy people to stay connected with each other, celebrate their service and preserve the memories of their service. There, Navy veterans can build a record of their service online. Call (202) 737-2300 or visit www.navymemorial.org for more information.
2014 Smithsonian Craft Show
April 10 – 13, 2014
Preview Night Benefit, Wednesday, April 9
Ruth Conant and Mary Beth Nethercutt
2014 Craft Show Chairs
WHAT
Widely regarded as the country’s most prestigious juried show and sale of fine
American sculptural objects and design, the Smithsonian Craft Show is produced
by the Smithsonian Women’s Committee to support the Smithsonian Women’s
Committee Grants Fund. Grants are awarded to address the Smithsonian’s
Four Grand Challenges: Unlocking the Mysteries of the Universe, Valuing World
Cultures, Understanding and Sustaining a Bio diverse Planet, and Understanding
the American Experience.
Join us for the 32nd
♦ A dazzling exhibition of creativity, innovation and technical mastery at the
elegant and historic National Building Museum
♦ 122 distinguished craft artists selected in a 2014 “Quest for the Best.”
♦ A sale of one-of-a-kind or limited edition works in 12 different media —
from furniture and ceramics to glass and wearable art.
annual celebration and enjoy:
WHERE
National Building Museum
401 F Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001 Judiciary Square Metro Station (red line)
WHEN
Thursday, April 10 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Friday April 11 10:30 am- 8:30 pm
Saturday April 12 10:30 am- 5:30 pm
Sunday April 13 11:00 am- 5:00 pm
WHAT: The S&R Foundation opens the gardens at historic Evermay Estate for its annual Easter Egg Hunt and Exhibition. The afternoon of festive fun – including crafts, an egg hunt and a visit from some Easter friends – will also include a special performance produced with Imagination Stage.
WHEN: Sunday, April 13 – two sessions
Doors open at 12:30 pm for first session – 1:00-2:30 pm
Doors open at 3:30 pm for second session – 4:00-5:30 pm.
WHO: S&R Foundation, with a special theatrical and musical concert of Peter and the Wolf, in partnership with the award-winning Imagination Stage.
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The District of Columbia and Centric Invite you to a Celebration of Freedom in the Nation’s Capital
152nd Anniversary of DC Emancipation Day
The celebrations occur at multiple times on Wednesday, April 16th at 11:00am with a festive parade down Pennsylvania Avenue NW boasting more than 40 participating groups, including numerous DC high school and college marching bands, the U.S. Army Fife and Drum Corp and Color Guard, The 54th Voluntary Infantry Regiment, the UniverSOUL Circus, various MPDC Units, neighborhood groups and associations, and much more. Enjoy food and merchandise vendors all throughout the day.
From 1:30pm and again at 2:45pm, visit the Open House at the John A. Wilson Building (near the Parade end route at 1350 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC) for educational workshops with Mark Plotkin, Hon. Frank Smith, Peter Hanes, and Dr. Elizabeth Clark Lewis, Ph.D. The official DC Emancipation Day Concert, “Message in the Music” will begin at 4pm at Freedom Plaza and feature Brian Lenair (4pm to 5pm), followed by performances by Talib Kweli, Raheem DeVaughn, Arrested Development, MC Lyte, Doug E Fresh and more. The full day of celebrations will end with an impressive Fireworks Finale over Freedom Plaza, beginning at 8:30pm. Get details below, as well as at www.emancipationdc.com. All Emancipation Day DC events are free and open to the public!
The staff at Carpenter’s Shelter is excited to announce the date for the 12th annual Carpenter’s Cook-Off. Every year, Carpenter’s Shelter brings together 30 of the area’s best restaurants and chefs for a culinary event in order to raise money to support the shelter operations.
Please join us April 27th at The Birchmere Music Hall (3701 Mount Vernon Ave) from12-3pm for this year’s Carpenter’s Cook-Off. Tickets are now on sale! Visitwww.carpenterscookoff.com today to purchase tickets for the whole family. Last year, the event sold out early. Don’t miss your chance to attend this year. Tickets are $50 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under. Limited quantities of VIP tickets are available for $65 until sold out. All VIP ticket holders will receive a special ‘Swag Bag’ gift.
