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Shakespeare for the Young: The Tiniest Tempest On Saturday, March 21, 10:30 a.m., the Shakespeare for the Young puppet show will be performing at the Anacostia Playhouse ,2020 Shannon Pl. SE. This theatrical company of puppeteers is dedicated to bringing Shakespeare to young children, ages four and up, through a fun and interactive experience. Based on Shakespeare’s The Tempest, four puppeteers bring the characters of Miranda and Prospero, Antonio and Alonso, and Caliban and Ariel to life with their story of hurt, love, revenge and forgiveness. The puppets are both large-bodied and shadow puppets with actors also playing the roles of Prospero and Antonio/Alonso. The show features group activities after the performance with song, movement and interactive play. Free. No tickets or reservations are needed. anacostiaplayhouse.com.

Books to Movies: From Amazing Books to Incredible Films The Anacostia Library has an assortment of amazing books that have been adapted into blockbuster movies. Every month, library staff will select a book that has been adapted into a film and display it all month long for your reading pleasure. Read and enjoy the featured book of

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Kids Run the Bases at Nat’s Park Kids ages four to twelve can run the bases after every Sunday day game. This season’s remaining dates are April 5 and 19; May 3 and 24; June7 and 21; July 5, 12 and 26; Aug. 16 and 30; and Sept. 20 and 27. An adult must accompany runners to the field. Starting at first base, kids will be directed to run around the bases as the adults continue along the warning track and meet the runners near home plate. Once the baseball game has ended, kids and parents/guardians can line-up at the end of the seventh inning, however fans who would like to stay and watch the entire game will be able to line-up once the game has ended. Participants must exit the ballpark through the Right Field Gate. The line forms outside of the park on the sidewalk along First St. washington.nationals.mlb.com.

Kids at Nats Park. Photo: Courtesy of the Washington Nationals Baseball Club

the month and on the third Thursday of each month, at 4 p.m., library staff will present the film adaptation of the book for your further enjoyment. Anacostia Library is at 1800 Good Hope Rd. SE. dclibrary.org/anacostia.

Eggstravaganza at Benning Library On Thursday, April 9, at 5 p.m., bring your baskets and a friend to the Egg-ceptional Hunt at the Dorothy I Height/ Benning Library. Seek and you shall find eggs, eggs and more eggs waiting just for you. This program is for ages three to ten. Benning Library is at 3935 Benning Rd. NE. dclibrary.org/benning.

Capital City Symphony’s Meet the Orchestra On Saturday, April 4, at 10 and 11:30 a.m., at the Atlas, 1333 H St. NE, meet a section of the Capital City Symphony orchestra through this engaging, educational and intimate program for young people. Join them for an instrument petting zoo to meet the musicians and see their instruments up close. Then, learn about the music they play and hear the beautiful sounds come to life. $15. This program is best for ages three to eight. All patrons age one and above must purchase a ticket to the performance. atlasarts.org.

Arts on the Horizon: Drumming with Dishes What happens when you invite someone very different from you to come over to play? Such an adventure awaits an energetic child when she introduces her shy imaginary friend to a very special kitchen. But instead of food, they’ll cook up beautiful music! This gentle, whimsical adventure celebrates friendship and turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. Join them and discover what wonders can be accomplished through friendship. $15. Drumming with Dishes is on stage at the Atlas, 1333 H St. NE, March 11 to 15. Best for ages two to five. atlasarts.org.

Kite Flying Fun on the National Mall On Saturday, March 28, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the National Mall serves as the backdrop as thousands of kites take flight during the annual Blossom Kite Festival. Held on the grounds of the Washington Monument, this event is a spectacle to see and one you don’t want to miss. Professionals and novices alike showcase their skill through a variety of competitions and demonstrations, Rokkaku Battles, and the Hot Tricks Showdown. Bring your own kites or children can make a kite at an activity station to fly on the Public Field. Kites are also available for purchase onsite. Free. nationalcherryblossomfestival.org.

SAAM Cherry Blossom Celebration On Saturday, March 21, 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., Join SAAM and the National Cherry Blossom Festival for a celebration of Japanese culture. A taiko drumming performance kicks off the day, followed by Les The DJ spinning Japanese pop,

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es of traditional dances from Okinawa. Watch a ki- mono dressing demonstra- tion and draft a kimono de- sign. Make a cherry blossom pendant to take home. The George Washington Univer- sity Museum and The Tex- tile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. nationalcherryblos- somfestival.org.

DCNe w s . c o m Unissa Cruse as Big Fish and Gary L. Perkins III as Zomo in Zomo the Rabbit: A Hip-Hop Creation Myth at Imagi- nation Stage. Photo: Margot Schulman

Zomo the Rabbit: A Hip-Hop Creation Myth Zomo--one hip-hoppity rabbit--is taking on Wash- ington, DC. When Zomo is dissed and dismissed by the other tricksters in town, he turns to the Sky God for more power. The Sky God sends him on an im- possible quest taking him from the breakdancing fish on the DC Waterfront, to the graffiti artist cow at the National Zoo, and finally to the DJ Leopard in Ad- ams Morgan. Will Zomo find the power he’s seek- ing? Or will he wise up? This high-energy hip-hop adaptation of a Nigerian folktale, originally commis- sioned by Imagination Stage in 2009, puts a local spin and lots of silly humor on the global tradition of trickster tales. For ages four, up. Plays through March 22 at Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethes- da, MD. imaginationstage.org.

Saturday Morning at The National You and your children are invited to the Nation- al Theatre on select Satur- day mornings, at 9:30 and 11 a.m., for free programs that engage and inspire the young mind. Saturday pro- gramming is best suited for children four to ten. Siblings and friends of other ages are always welcome. Here’s the remaining spring lineup: March 14, Traveling Lan- tern’s The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe; April 4, Interact Story Theatre’s Not My Monkey; April 18, Great Works Theatre’s The BFG (the bid friendly gi- ant). The National Theatre is at 1321 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Reserve free tickets at thenationaldc.org/saturdaymorning-national-season.

funk, and boogie beats and the Koto En- semble performing traditional Japanese dance. Enjoy face painting, make cherry blossom crafts, and go on an art scaven- ger hunt throughout the exhibition Chi- ura Obata: American Modern in the firstfloor galleries. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Eighth and F Streets, NW. americanart.si.edu.

Japanese Fashion Family Day On Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., celebrate Japanese Fashion. This museum family day will feature kimo- no, happi coats, accessories, and the creativity of contemporary Japanese fashion designers. Enjoy performanc-

Rigoberta, ¿dónde estás? A Journey through Guatemala As 10-year old Pilar travels to Guatema- la City in search of her idol Rigoberta Menchú, villagers along the way suggest questions she should ask the Nobel Peace Prize winner. This is a journey of self-dis- covery filled with stories, song, and dance. The bilingual Rigoberta, ¿dónde estás? A Journey through Guatemala, written and directed by Cornelia Cody (El Salva- dor/USA), is on stage at GALA Theatre, March 14 to 28. $12 for adults; $10 for children. Student matinees are March 16 to 20 and March 23 to 27, at 10:30 a.m. (weekdays). For more information, con- tact education@galatheatre.org.

Orchid Family Day at the Botanic Garden On Sunday, March 15, 1 to 4 p.m., come learn all about orchids from the experts, including how to care for them. Hands-on activities will include the art, the science, and the taste of orchids! Learn how to re-pot an orchid and pot one up to take home. Visitors of all ages are invited to explore the incredible world of orchids during this year’s Orchid Family Day. Free; no registration required. US Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. usbg.gov.

The Art and Science of Orchids On Sunday, March 29, join Botanic Garden staff for a hands-on workshop where they uncover both the beauty and the botany of the orchid. Dissect fl owers and learn about the function of a fl ower and its many parts while exploring the intersection of art and science to create several original art pieces. The 1 p.m. workshop is for ages seven to eleven; 3 p.m. is for twelve to sixteen. Free but registration is required at usbg.gov.

MCM Kids Run Registration Open The MCM Kids Run will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020 in the Pentagon North Parking lot. Nearly 3,600 children ages fi ve to twelve will participate in the one-mile just-for-fun running challenge. Shuttles from Metro, pre- and post-event hospitality, activities, entertainment, make this an unforgettable event. The Kids Run off ers families eight start time options between 9:30 and 11:50 a.m. Registration is at marinemarathon.com.

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