Over 30 exhibitors from across the DMV, the US, Canada and Mexico will present books as works of art, editions about art or artists, limited run books, prints as well as DIY zines, graphic novels and art magazines. Exhibitors include fine artists, independent publishers, small presses, illustrators and photographers.
East City Art partnered with nearby Capitol Hill Arts Workshop and Hill Center to co-locate offsite programming during the fair. Programming includes a panel discussion on art publishing, exhibitions and a free children’s art workshop.
DC-based, award-winning artist Carolina Mayorga will create ephemeral, site-specific work using hand-cut vinyl pieces for the 2023 Capital Art Book Fair in Eastern Market’s North Hall.
Exhibitors include the following individuals and organizations:
Baltimore Photo Space [Baltimore, MD]
Karin Edgett [Washington, DC]
Ediciones Concordia MX [Querétaro, Qro, Mexico]
FAIX [Washington, DC]
Girls, on Film [Washington, DC]
Michelle L. Herman [Washington, DC]
HOMOCATS [Brooklyn, NY]
Hotam Press [Vancouver, BC, Canada]
inner loop press [Philadelphia, PA]
Late Comeback Press [Northern Virginia]
Lavender Lizard Press [Bethesda, MD]
Alex Luciano [Richmond, VA]
The Mirrors of Society Quartet [Fairfax, VA]
My Dead Aunt’s Books [Hyattsville, MD]
Mame NDiaye and Friends [Cheverly, MD]
Paper Cuts [Washington, DC]
Mark Parascandola Photography [Washington, DC]
Permian Designs [Silver Spring, MD]
Ryan Pic [Wilmington, DE]
Plus Equals [Philadelphia, PA]
The Print Party [Pittsburgh, PA]
Pyramid Atlantic Art Center [Hyattsville, MD]
Stephanie Rudig/Rude Doggie [Washington,DC]
Tori Sprankle [Arlington, VA]
Starryhouse Studio [New York, NY]
Lee Strawberry [Northern Virginia]
Carolyn Toye Photography [Washington, DC]
The Turnaround Magazine [Washington DC]
Track and Field [Washington, DC and Austin, TX]
Wondrous Works LLC [Columbia, MD]
Eastern Market’s North Hall is located at 225 7th Street SE, Washington, DC, 20003. North Hall is accessed from the south via the indoor food stalls or from the north at North Carolina Avenue SE. Eastern Market is located a block from Metro.
Co-located, Offsite Art Book Fair Programming
Sunday, April 2 Art Book Fair Programs at Hill Center (Three blocks east from Eastern Market)
921 Pennsylvania Ave SE, Washington DC, 20003
- Free Workshop | Children’s Painting with Buck Herring|Sunday, April 2 from 3-5pm
- Exhibition: Hill Center DC Regional Exhibition Juried by Nehemiah Dixon III | See works from over 105 Artists from DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia | Sunday, April 2 from 10am-5pm
Sunday, April 2, 2023
Oxon Run Pinknic & Kite Fly
Oxon Run Park
12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
https://nationalcherryblossomfestival.org/event/oxon-run-pinknic-kite-fly/
The annual Oxon Run Pinknic & Kite Fly celebrates the Ward 8 community with free food, kite kits, art, music, and fun kid activities as the Festival continues beyond the Tidal Basin.
Visual and Interview Opportunities:
- Families participating in Oxon Run Pinknic and kite flying activities.
- Performances by Elyscia and The JoGo Project.
Featured parks in all eight wards, Maryland, and Virginia, will also offer free activities and kites for local residents. For a full list of regional parks participating, click here.
As part of its ongoing community programming, Maryland Lyric Opera (MDLO) will offer a free performance Friday, May 5 at the Washington National Cathedral as part of the All Hallows Guild Flower Mart to benefit the gardens and grounds of the Cathedral. Soprano Melissa Mino, mezzo-soprano Amanda Fink, tenor Kevin KJ Webb and baritone Javier Arrey and pianist Husan Park will perform selections from La Bohème, Carmen, Don Giovanni, Lakmé, La Traviata, and Rigoletto.
The Washington National Cathedral is located at 3101 Wisconsin Avenue, NW and is accessible by any No. 30 Metrobus; for those traveling by car, limited parking ($10 fee) will be available at the Cathedral’s underground parking garage.
The Trust for the National Mall is pleased to invite you to attend a FREE commemorative concert on the 79th Anniversary of the D-Day operation at the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial! Join in on June 6 from 6 – 7 PM to enjoy a musical performance by an ensemble from the U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” to commemorate this decisive World War II battle which was overseen by General Dwight D. Eisenhower, then the Supreme Allied Commander, Allied Expeditionary Forces.
This event is open and free to the public, and we encourage you to bring guests of all ages! We hope you will join us for this special event commemorating the largest amphibious invasion at the time and to commemorate Eisenhower’s leadership. The Eisenhower Memorial is located at Independence Avenue and 4th St SW, Washington DC.
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.
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
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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)
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
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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
-
June 29: Langston Hughes II Quartet
-
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)
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
-
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
-
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.
