Sep
27
Sun
Exclusive Kilchoman Single Malt Tasting with Jack Rose owner Bill Thomas @ Jack Rose Saloon Dining Room
Sep 27 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Our tasting series is back! We’re kicking off with limited-release, exclusive expressions from Islay’s smallest (but mighty) distillery, Kilchoman!
Hosted in our Saloon Dining room and safely-distanced, Bill Thomas will lead guests whisky-by-whisky with tasting notes, stories, and notable facts for each expression.

Our full pour list is below & (bonus) each whisky will be available to purchase in the Jack Rose bottle shop!

Kilchoman U.S. Small Batch Limited Edition, x yr, 48.9% abv
Kilchoman Am Bùrach (“The Mess”), x yr, 46% abv
Kilchoman Slightly Peated – Bourbon Barrel *Jack Rose Single Cask, 8yr, 56.5% abv
Kilchoman Slightly Peated – Sherry Cask *Jack Rose Single Cask, 7yr, 58.5% abv
$60 per person, limited tickets available on Tock: exploretock.com/jackrosediningsaloon

Walt Wilkins and Marc Douglas Berardo On-line Benefit Concert @ Online
Sep 27 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Walt Wilkins and Marc Douglas Berardo On-line Benefit Concert

Reserve: omuseum.org/wilkins

Tickets: $15 per person

Date: September 27, 2020 at 6:00 pm

Presented by Susie’s Virtual Songwriter Series

Relax in your own home and join us for some great music and storytelling at this live, on-line intimate music experience with Walt Wilkins & Marc Douglas Berardo.

ABOUT WALT WILKINS (www.waltwilkins.com):

Songwriter, singer, traveler, troubadour – the calling I answered, the life I chose, the way I make my way. ​I chose to go full time on this road 25 years ago. Its been a spiritual quest, an amazing trip, at turns heartbreaking & transcendent.

In that time I’ve made 9 solo records, 4 records with The Mighty Mystiqueros, 1 with my wife Tina, and there’s a new live record with my friend Kevin Welch. I’ve had 100 or more songs recorded by other artists, traveled a fair part of the world, and had some very, very large times.I get to work with some inspiring artists on their records, most often with the coolest cat on the field, Ron Flynt, at his Jumping Dog Studio in Austin.

ABOUT MARC DOUGLAS BERARDO (www.marcdouglas.com):
Rhode Island based Marc Douglas Berardo is a hardworking, fast moving, adventure seeking, keen observer who lives for the story and the song. No Depression Magazine called his latest CD Whalebone: “a highly polished personal collection with songs that are on the delicate trapeze of poignancy.” He has been nationally recognized for his music and performances (Rocky Mountain Folks Fest Song contest, Telluride Troubadour Contest, Sisters Folk Festival, 2013 Rams Head Onstage Rammie for Show of the Year).

He has opened for the stage with heavyweights such as The Doobie Brothers, The Pousette Dart Band, Jimmy Lafave, Martin Sexton, 10,000 Maniacs, Red Molly, John Hiatt, The New Riders of the Purple Sage, The Buffalo Springfield, Kevin Welch, Lucy Kaplansky, David Olney, Kim Richey, Will Kimbrough and Livingston Taylor. As a member of Chris Berardo and The DesBerardo Band with his brother Chris, Marc has been a part of shows with classic rock acts including Little Feat, The Marshall Tucker Band, Foreigner, Badfinger, Reckless Kelly, America, David Allen Coe, Levon Helm, Dickey Betts and Great Southern and others.

Don’t miss these great singer, songwriters perform right in your own home.

All proceeds will benefit O Museum, a nonprofit organization that celebrates the works of people who have devoted themselves to bettering the lives of others. Our mission is to empower people to do what they love — dare to be different — and have fun. We inspire creativity, diversity, and imagination through the fusion of the arts, science, and sports.

Oct
1
Thu
Reacting to Lincoln’s Assassination (Ford’s Theater) @ Online
Oct 1 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

How did people around the United States feel after the death of President Abraham Lincoln? What did they say? Ford’s Education examines primary sources to reveal how individuals reacted to a time of uncertainty following Lincoln’s assassination. Recommended for grades 5 and up.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZApd-uupjkqGdI1t0ODrXcOfG56ytV0g2m5/?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=092220-7pm%3AMKTAppeal%3ASavetheDateforVirtualEvents(Press)&utm_content=version_A

Oct
2
Fri
The Tea: Tashera @ Online
Oct 2 @ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

The Tea: Tashera
In this new online series, women musicians perform original work on the first Friday of the month. Conducted over a cup of tea, each session includes a short interview exploring the artist’s creative process. Join us and local singer and songwriter Tashera.

Tashera was born and raised in the heart of Baltimore City. She sees the city as a place full of talented and creative minds, which led to her pursuit of music. After discovering her love for harmony and songwriting, Tashera released the singles “Fall Alone” (2018) and “Get Up” (2019). She is currently working on the release of her first EP.

WHERE:
Online, streaming on Facebook and nmwa.org

WHEN:
Friday, October 2, 12–1 p.m.

PRICE:
Free. No reservations required.

Exploring Lincoln in Washington @ Online
Oct 2 @ 12:10 PM – 1:10 PM

Ford’s Theatre and The National Mall and Memorial Parks explore what Washington, D.C., was like for President Lincoln and how the city has grown and changed over time. Examine places that mattered to Lincoln during his lifetime and places where he matters to us today, including the U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial and Ford’s Theatre. In this interactive program, participants will look closely at historic and contemporary images of Washington, D.C., including maps, photographs and illustrations. This session is 45 minutes.

https://streamablelearning.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4WhknGStTLWqIdXiAqr7tg/?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=092220-7pm%3AMKTAppeal%3ASavetheDateforVirtualEvents(Press)&utm_content=version_A

Oct
6
Tue
Inside the Petersen Houser (Ford’s Theatre) @ Online
Oct 6 @ 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

The Petersen House is known as the place where President Lincoln died. But have you ever wondered about the people who lived there? Ford’s Education introduces you to the people who lived in the Petersen Boarding House and their neighbors. Learn how the house became a national historic site and museum. Explore primary sources and first-person perspectives as we go inside the Petersen House. Session is 30 minutes plus time for Q&A. Recommended for grades 3 and up.

https://www.fords.org/for-teachers/programs/distance-learning/inside-the-petersen-house/?date=2020-10-01&utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=092220-7pm%3AMKTAppeal%3ASavetheDateforVirtualEvents(Press)&utm_content=version_A

Oct
19
Mon
Dog Friendly Happy Hour @ Halfsmoke
Oct 19 @ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

HalfSmoke, located in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, DC at 651 Florida Avenue, NW, 20001, is hosting a dog-friendly happy hour benefiting Rural Dog Rescue this Monday, October 19, from 5-7 PM.

Representatives from the rescue will be on-hand along with two dogs, which will be available for adoption. The event is free, and open to the public.  Kathryn Brash, a local sketch artist, will be providing 4×6 pet portraits for attendees.

Additionally, 5% of food & drink sales from guests dining on the 35-seat patio will be donated back to the rescue.  WoofBowl Dog Food Truck will also park outside the restaurant and has generously agreed to donate 100% of the sales from their Pupkin Spice Lattes (sold at the truck) to the rescue as well.

Oct
27
Tue
NMWA The Tea: VeVe Marley
Oct 27 @ 3:58 PM – 4:58 PM

The Tea
Friday, December 4, 12–1 p.m.
In this new online series, women musicians perform original work via livestream on the museum’s social media channels on the first Friday of the month. Each session includes a short interview, conducted over a cup of tea, which explores the artist’s creative process. Free. No reservations required. Stream live here.

  • December 4: VeVe Marley
    VeVe Marley is a D.C.-based singer/songwriter and guitarist whose music blends elements of folk, Afrobeat, R&B and hip-hop to create dreamy, soulful vibes while speaking on issues of identity, spirituality, racism and the Black experience. Marley has performed and recorded since 2013. Her most recent project, with her band VeVe and Tha Rebels, is entitled “The EP.”
Oct
28
Wed
Dia de los Muertos Sugar Skull Painting Class @ HalfSmoke
Oct 28 @ 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

HalfSmoke, located in the Shaw neighborhood of Washington, DC at 651 Florida Avenue, NW, 20001, invites guests to take part in one of Mexico’s great traditions, The Day of the Dead.

On Wednesday, October 28, at 6 p.m., HalfSmoke will host a Dia de los Muertos sugar-skull painting class on its 34-seat outdoor patio.  Tickets are priced at $25 per person, and must be purchased in advance to ensure social distancing: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/day-of-the-dead-paint-night-paint-skulls-with-spr-don-julio-tickets-125660559115.

The three-hour class will include step-by-step instructions, paint and one sugar skull per person.  Guests will also receive a complimentary Don Julio cocktail, the La Catrina, which is made from a combination of Don Julio tequila, charred grapefruit, cinnamon, lime, simple syrup and egg whites.

Oct
31
Sat
Opaline Celebrates Halloween @ Opaline Bar & Brasserie
Oct 31 @ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Opaline Bar & Brasserie’s outdoor patio is celebrating Halloween on Saturday, October 31st from 7:00 to 9:00 pm.  Guests will enjoy specially-priced, spooktacular cocktails, mocktails and the happy hour menu.  The sounds of award-winning electric violinist, Jason Labrador, will be provided by Bialek’s Music.

Cocktails – $15

Smoked Crushing Blackberry Martini

Spooky Old Fashioned

Witches Brew Spiced Mezcal Mule

          Mocktails – $7

            Bloody Eye Sparkling Cranberry

Witches Brew Sparkling Apple Cider

Steaming Vampire Punch

 

There is no charge to attend Halloween at Opaline Bar & Brasserie Patio, however, space is limited and reservations are suggested. Post and tag us @sofiteldc & @opalinedc with a photo of one of our Halloween cocktails or mocktails and enter to win one of our $50 Opaline gift certificates.

Guests are asked to wear a mask and abide by social distancing protocols.

Opaline Bar & Brasserie, located at  806 15th Street, NW,   at the corner of Lafayette Square bordering the White House,   offers service from 5 pm until 10 pm Thursday through Saturday. For reservations call: (202) 730-8701 or visit www.opalinedc.com to view Opaline’s entire menu.