Support the Arts With the Capital Hill Jazz Foundation
Have you heard of the Capital Hill Jazz Foundation? This nonprofit organization supports the Washington, DC jazz community and its talented jazz musicians. The organization offers events and services such as a weekly jam session, an annual jazz festival, and arts advocacy on behalf of D.C. jazz musicians. One of...
READ ARTICLEWarner Theatre: A Vintage Moviehouse Becomes a Contemporary Performance Venue
Step inside the lavish lobby of the Warner Theatre, and it probably won’t be too hard to imagine its earliest days, when the theater hosted vaudeville shows and screened silent films. The opulence of that era in arts and culture is still evident in the decor, from sparkling chandeliers to...
READ ARTICLEHone Your Skills as a Novice Artist at Capitol Hill Arts Workshop
Tap dance, oil painting, and photography are just a handful of the things you can learn how to do at the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop (CHAW). The community arts center made its grand debut in 1972 as a nonprofit dedicated to growing a low of arts throughout the DC community....
READ ARTICLEThe Magic Duel Blends Magic and Comedy With Hilarious Results
Rated a perfect five stars on both Yelp and Trip Advisor, The Magic Duel is a comedic magic show hosted by top magicians Mark Phillips and Brian Curry held at the Mayflower Hotel. The show focuses on a “magical duel” between the two magicians who are simultaneously competing against each...
READ ARTICLEFind a Fresh Read at East City Bookshop
In all her travels, Laurie Gillman always follows the same protocol when she lands somewhere new: find the nearest independent bookstore and explore. So when her own local, indie bookstore closed up shop in 2009, she couldn’t help but feel like her own community was somehow less complete. This feeling...
READ ARTICLEFolger Shakespeare Theater
The Folger Shakespeare Library houses the largest collection of Shakespeare’s writings in the world, and its on-site theater is also a wonderful artistic resource. The theater hosts performances and events all year long, from outdoor movies in the summertime to modern takes on some of Shakespeare’s most well-known plays. Here’s...
READ ARTICLEPlan Your Next Movie Night at The Miracle Theater
Looking for a moviegoing experience that’s more unique than most? Check out The Miracle Theater, a beautiful movie theater in DC. Aside from showing the latest and greatest films, The Miracle Theater also hosts concerts, film festivals, open-mic nights and more. Here’s a schedule of upcoming events at The Miracle...
READ ARTICLEFresh Seafood is Served at Ophelia’s Fish House
Craving seafood? Check out Ophelia’s Fish House on Capitol Hill. The bar and lounge area feels decidedly beachy, but with the upscale touches appropriate for such a fine restaurant. Featured menu items include jumbo lump crab simply sautéed for the crab cake lover who hates all the filler, and a...
READ ARTICLEChurch Hall: Craft Pints and Board Games
When you want to grab a happy hour drink, catch the game, or play a round of Uno with friends, head to Church Hall. The sprawling sports bar just debuted in Georgetown about three months ago, and it’s already earning buzz from locals. Come to check out Church Hall during...
READ ARTICLEEnjoy Fun Programs at the Historic Hill Center
The Hill Center is a nonprofit center at the Old Naval Hospital that provides arts programming and more to DC residents. From films and concerts to summer camps for children, this incredible facility truly has something for everyone, no matter your age or interest. Here are just a few of...
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