July Calendar

CALENDAR | RADAR It’s the heart of summer and D.C. is pressing play on all the familiar jams: endless days, rooftop rendezvous, sun-soaked meet-cutes and all the live outdoor concerts you’ve been dreaming of for a year. You’ve spent the last couple of months slowly emerging from your shell — let us take it from here. Dive into our Radar (and maybe a pool) to see what’s on the horizon in the capital.

ONGOING

ART CHAT AT NMWA

Join National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) educators online every Friday for informal 45-minute art chats about selected artworks in the collection. Discuss a new sampling of art each week. You can even enjoy your favorite happy hour drink or snack during the sessions. 5-5:45 p.m. Free with registration. Virtual. washington.org/event/art-chat-5-7 // @womeninthearts

#BRUNCHNBROOKLYN SUNDAY BRUNCH & DAY PARTY

All Day Brunch + Day Party. Reservations only + social distancing guidelines and sanitation protocols will be followed by staff and guests. Must text for confirmed reservation to enter. For brunch reservations/tables: TEXT 502-767-6187. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Brooklyn on U: 1212 U St. NW, DC; brooklyn-dc.com // @brooklynonu

CAPITOL RIVERFRONT CONCERT SERIES

The free Capitol Riverfront Friday Night Concert Series is back for its 11th season. Every Friday night this summer, head to Yards Park to relax and enjoy the river view, fantastic bands, food and beverage, and a large variety of great restaurants within a few minutes walk from the park. Family-friendly lyrics and grassy open space make this an enjoyable event for adults and kids alike. 7-9 p.m. Free. The Yards Park: 355 Water St. SE, DC; capitolriverfront.org // @capitolriverfront; dcfray.com // @dcfray

GET FIT AT FESSENDEN

Low-impact fitness classes every Saturday morning at Fessenden Park, offered in partnership with Tenleytown health and fitness studios. All fitness levels are welcome. Students are asked to bring their own mat, water, and a face mask. There is a $15 registration fee for each class. All proceeds support programming and maintenance of the park by Tenleytown Main Street and the Friends of Fessenden Park, which seeks to revitalize the park as a community gathering place for all ages. Tenleytown Main Street is an official park partner of the DC Department of Parks and Recreation. 9 a.m. $15. Fessenden Park: Wisconsin Avenue and 42nd Street in NW, DC; eventbrite.fi/e/get-fit-at-fessenden-tickets-153047602499

HAPPY HOUR BINGO AT HOTEL ZENA

Join DC Fray and Hotel Zena for their in-person and free happy hour bingo night on Tuesdays. They’re following CDC guidelines to ensure you feel safe, while having a great night playing bingo and winning prizes. Fray will provide the host, the bingo materials (daubers too) and the awesome prizes for you to win. 6-7 p.m. Free. Figleaf Bar & Lounge: 1155 14th St. NW, DC; viceroyhotelsandresorts.com // @hotelzena; dcfray.com // @dcfray

LIVE TUESDAY BINGO AT UNION MARKET

Join DC Fray and Union Market for free, in-person bingo on Tuesdays. They’re following CDC guidelines to ensure you feel safe, while having a great night playing bingo and winning prizes. DC Fray and Union Market will provide the host, the bingo materials (daubers too.) and the awesome prizes for you to win. Safely get out of your house and jump back into fun with DC Fray. 6-7 p.m. Free. Union Market: 1309 5th St. NE, DC; dcfray.com // @dcfray; unionmarketdc.com // @unionmarketdc

MEDITATION AND MINDFULNESS

Meditation helps us build a relationship to a place of inner quietude. To contribute to a sense of calm in this uncertain time, the National Museum of Asian Art is offering free 30-minute online meditations three times each week led by D.C.-based meditation teachers. These free sessions are appropriate for all levels of practitioners and include a variety of mindfulness practices. All are welcome. No previous experience is required. Various dates and times. Free. Virtual. asia.si.edu/visit // @freersackler

OUTDOOR YOGA AT THE WHARF 2021

Unwind with an hour-long vinyasa outdoor yoga session taught by District Flow Yoga every Tuesday and Thursday on District Pier and every Sunday morning on Recreation Pier at the Wharf. Enjoy waterfront views and fresh air as you shed the stress of the day or greet the new one. On Thursday evenings, join at Cantina Bambina for sunset views and a complimentary refreshing Truly Hard Seltzer for the first 25 people. Various dates and times. $10. District Pier at The Wharf: 101 District Sq. SW, DC; districtflowyoga.com // @districtflowyoga

ROSSLYN RIVALS: CORNHOLE

What’s summertime without a little friendly competition? The popular Rosslyn Rivals series is back with the first-ever Rosslyn Rivals: Cornhole Tournament. Gather your team of champs and join on Wednesdays this summer, beginning July 14 through August 11. Each week, a new tournament bracket will be created based on the number of participants and teams on a first come, first served basis. At the end of the evening, the top two teams will win exciting prizes from local restaurants. As a bonus, participants will receive a free drink token at check-in to redeem at participating Rosslyn restaurants, good until 9 p.m. the day of the event. (Tokens valued at $11, must be 21+ to redeem for alcoholic beverages.) 6-8 p.m. Free. District Park: 1401 Wilson Blvd. Arlington, VA; rosslynva.org // @rosslynva; dcfray.com // @dcfray

SUNDAY COMEDY AT THE ARTEMIS

The Artemis is excited to have this weekly show at their gorgeous brand-new spot in Columbia Heights. Every Sunday at 8 p.m, come see D.C.’s best comedians work out their new jokes, as well as hit you with some of the classics. The show will happen on their back patio space, weather permitting. If it rains, it’ll move indoors. 8-10 p.m. Free. The Artemis: 3605 14th St. NW, DC; theartemisdc.com // @theartemisdc

7.9

BEETHOVEN AND BOLOGNE NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AT WOLF TRAP

Jonathon Heyward makes his Wolf Trap debut conducting the National Symphony Orchestra in Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7, along with a moving piece by the Kennedy Center’s new Composer-in-Residence Carlos Simon. Italian violinist Francesca Dego joins the NSO for a performance of Bolognes Violin Concerto in A major No. 2. 8 p.m. $32-$72. Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; wolftrap.org // @wolf_trap

FOREPLAY: A TRIBUTE TO ‘70S ROCK AT HAMILTON LIVE

This show is general admission. Your ticket allows you to sit anywhere in the venue that is not reserved. Per D.C. regulations, guests who are fully vaccinated do not need to wear facemasks. Guests who are not vaccinated or are partially vaccinated must wear facemasks whenever they are not seated at the table. 8 p.m. $20. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; live.thehamiltondc.com // @thehamiltondc

VIRTUAL SPEED DATING: FILTER OFF

This D.C. video speed dating event is an effective way for men and women to meet. Whether you are recently single, new in town or have been single for a while, this event is for you. To attend the video speed dating event, make sure to download the Filter Off app. Filter Off is modeled after real-world speed dating and is designed to get those with confidence, courage and crazy schedules meeting each other face-to-face. 8-9 p.m. Free. Virtual. getfilteroff.com // @filteroffdating

7.9-7.10

KELSEY COOK AT THE DC COMEDY LOFT

Kelsey Cook’s stand-up special was released earlier this year on EPIXs Unprotected Sets. She made her late night debut on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, followed by A Little Late with Lilly Singh on NBC. Her other television appearances include

Comedy Central’s This is Not Happening, AXS TV Presents Gotham Comedy Live, Punchline on FOX, Uproarious on FUSE and Greatest Party Story Ever on MTV. She has spent the last six years touring in over 60 cities across the country. Various dates and times. $25. DC Comedy Loft: 1523 22nd St. NW, DC; dccomedyloft.com // @dccomedyloft; kelseycook.com // @kelseycookcomedy

WINGAPO! WELCOME TO THE NATIVE AMERICAN DANCE CIRCLE

Wingapo! Welcome to the Native American Dance Circle performances and interactive activities will showcase Indigenous culture through music, film, dance, storytelling, an Artists Market and more. Special multigenerational activities will be featured during the day on Saturday, July 10. Various dates and times. Free. The REACH at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: 2700 F St. NW, DC; kennedy-center.org // @kennedycenter

7.9, 7.23 + 8.6

TRIVIA NIGHT AT HISTORIC SITES

Staff members at Carlyle House Historic Park and the LeeFendall House Museum combine their knowledge to create bi-weekly trivia nights throughout the summer in the beautiful gardens of the Lee-Fendall House. Test your knowledge on everything from pop culture to history. Registration must be done in advance. Tickets are $8 per person and include snacks and one complimentary drink. Additional drinks can be purchased at our bar. Teams are limited to 6 people, ages 21+ only. Attendees should wear face masks when not seated at their tables. Tables will be spaced to allow for social distancing and there will be limited capacity so register early. Each trivia night will have a different theme. There will be weekly prizes for the winning team as well as a grand prize for the team that wins the most points over the entire summer. 7 p.m. $8. Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden: 614 Oronoco St. Alexandria, VA; leefendallhouse.org // @leefendallhousemuseum

7.10

COLD WAR SCIFY FILM SERIES: KING KONG VS GODZILLA

Summer at the National Museum of the U.S. Navy includes films celebrating classic science fiction movies produced during the geopolitical period known as the Cold War (1947-1991). Science fiction films made during this period played on the tensions and fears of the time by having themes and characters associated with alien invasion and infiltration, monsters created by radioactive fallout and the near annihilation of the world. While some of these films have been remade to varying degrees of box office success, the original versions (most in black and white) remain a lasting testament to the era in which they were made and are important contributions to the fabric of American popular culture. 11:30 a.m. Free. National Museum of the U.S. Navy: 736 Sicard St. SE, DC; history.navy.mil/content/history/museums/nmusn.html // @nmusn

SO FETCH! D.C.’S SUPREME 2000’S TRIBUTE BAND

So Fetch invites you to relive the 2000s in all its bedazzled, velour glory, bringing you all of the best hits from the aughts, from Avril to Outkast, from Blink to Beyonce, from Kanye to Ke$ha, to that one song you liked from The O.C. Get out your velour, your trucker hats, and pop at least two collars, because So Fetch IS happening and they are coming to the Tarara Summer Concert Series on July 10 to bring you all of your favorite hits from the 2000s. 6-9:30 p.m. $10-$45. Tarara Winery: 13648 Tarara Ln. Leesburg, VA; tarara.com // @tararawinery

7.10 + 7.11

MAX WEINBERG’S JUKEBOX AT WOLF TRAP

Max Weinberg’s Jukebox continues to be an audience favorite blasting out the hits. In these interactive concerts, the audience picks the songs and tells the band what to play. From the Beatles to Bruce Springsteen and the Rolling Stones to Steppenwolf, the band infuses these classics with the respect the songs deserve. As one fan said, “It’s not a concert — it’s a party.” 8 p.m. $42-$127. Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; wolftrap.org // @wolf_trap

7.10 + 7.24

MIXOLOGY CLASS ON U STREET DC

Learn some history as you mix hands on and taste. You will learn how to make shaken and stirred cocktails and also create your own cocktails with the knowledge you gain. Great for team building, dates, or a day out with the homies. Brunch is available for purchase after class. 12 p.m. $59.95. Bin 1301 Wine Bar: 1301 U St. NW, DC; bin1301dc.com // @bin1301dc

7.10 + 7.25

LOTS OF LOVE #DRAGBRUNCH

Come one come all as tickets are limited to one of the hottest #DragBrunch and day party in the Tri-cities (Arlington, Alexandria & Falls Church) of Virginia. This event is hosted by none other than Emcee Hollywood and sounds by #DjTori. Aside from these two wonderful vibrant talents, #DragBrunch will have special performances by Crimsyn, Kimberely Dinitta, Lisa Chanel Monroe and Trenton C. Snow. Brunch starts at 12 p.m. and ends

RADAR | CALENDAR at 4 p.m. Wait up. The fun isn’t over yet. After the wonderful and tasty brunch, the show starts at 1 p.m. This is a RSVP only and ticketed event, with limited availability. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. $40-$60. Fairouz Lounge, Sports Bar & Restaurant: 3815 S. George Mason Dr. Falls Church, VA; fairouzlounge.com // @FairouzLoungeVA

7.11

ADAMS MORGAN DRAG QUEEN STORY TIME

Join this Summer for Drag Queen Storytime in Adams Morgan. The event is free and open to children of all ages (and perfect for the entire family). The goal of Drag Queen Storytime is to inspire a love of reading, while teaching deeper lessons on diversity, self-love and an appreciation of others. 11 a.m. Free. Unity Park: Intersection of Columbia Road, Champlain Street + Euclid Street in NW, DC; admodc.org // @admobid

DC POLO SOCIETY EVENT

Your Sunday Funday is back. Bring your friends, family, kids (free under 16) and dogs (on a leash) for a unique experience on select Sunday’s of the month. At this time, only tailgate spots are being sold for as low as $25 per person. Each group reservation comes with a bottle of wine. 10% of all tickets purchased will be donated to USO-Metro. 2-5:30 p.m. $125+. Congressional Polo Club: 14660 Hughes Rd. Poolesville, MD; dcpolo.com // @dcpolosociety; dcfray.com // @dcfray

DUPONT’S BASEMENT

Have you ever noticed how you find things you never would’ve imagined in your relative’s basement? Dupont’s Basement is an arts market that relishes in the fancily strange and unique to bring a fun shopping experience to the Dupont neighborhood. There will be 18 unique vendors showcasing their creative works. 12-5 p.m. Free. Dupont Underground: 19 Dupont Cir. NW, DC; dupontunderground.org // @dupontunderground

PURE BARRE - FREE OUTDOOR CLASS

Bring your mat and some water and come join us on the King Farm Village Green. Starting in May, Pure Barre will offer a free outdoor class every first Sunday of the month. The Village Green is located on the Southeast corner of King Farm Boulevard and Pleasant Dr. Masks are required while coming, going and setting up; however, they may be removed once you are stationed on your mat and have ensured proper distance (6 feet) between yourself and others. Weather permitting. If it is raining please assume class is cancelled. 10:30-11:20 a.m. Free. King Farm Village Center: 302-404 King Farm Blvd. Rockville, MD; purebarre.com // @purebarredc

RACISM WITHIN: BLACK PEOPLE + THE INFERIORITY COMPLEX

Professional moderator and host Krystal Glass is known for hosting thought-provoking discussions that move the culture forward. The upcoming conversation “Racism Within” explores the inferiority complex that many Black people knowingly or unknowingly have...All too often, racism is discussed from one angle, the angle of white people and others who discriminate against Black people. However, the often untold side of racism, is racism within — and how an inferiority complex is a result of racism. You don’t want to miss this mind-altering conversation. 5 p.m. Free. Busboys and Poets: 2021 14th St. NW, DC; busboysandpoets.com // @busboysandpoets

SUMMER CRUSH AT NATIONAL LANDING EVENT

Summer is here and it’s time to get fit. No matter your speed — yoga, dance or HIIT workouts — we’ve got you covered. Reserve your spot today. Join DC Fray and National Landing for our in-person fitness event: SUMMER CRUSH. There are three instructors: yoga with Alix Montes, HIIT with Sunny Mae Miller and dance with Chandra Hampton. Met Park: 1330 South Fair St. Pentagon City, VA; nationallanding.org // @nationallanding; dcfray.com // @dcfray

YOGA AT THE NATIONAL BUILDING MUSEUM

Rise and shine at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC. Join for a mellow, all-level yoga class under the colossal, 75-foot-tall Corinthian columns in the Great Hall of The National Building Museum, America’s leading cultural institution devoted to interpreting the history and impact of the built environment. All are welcome — the class is open to brand new and seasoned yogis alike. No previous yoga experience required. Please purchase tickets in advance and BYO yoga mat. 10 a.m. $20. National Building Museum: 401 F St. NW, DC; nbm.org // @nationalbuildingmuseum

7.14

THROWBACK WEDNESDAY AT PIKE & ROSE

Grab your neon fanny pack and best ‘90s attire and join for a choose-your-own-adventure night of throwback summer fun. Live arcade games, interactive painting, amazing food and bevvies from the Canopy by Hilton Washington DC Bethesda North. $10 entry to the event (‘90s themed cocktail included), pay-to-play games, and ticket reservations ($30) required for Sarah Paints Rappers and complimentary laser photo booth. 5-8 p.m. $10+. Canopy by Hilton: 940 Rose Ave. Rockville, MD; pikeandrose.com // @pikeandrose; dcfray.com // @dcfray

7.14 + 7.15

BARENAKED LADIES + TOAD THE WET SPROCKET AT WOLF TRAP

Smashing together humorous lyrics with pop-rock melodies, headliners Barenaked Ladies have kept audiences singing and dancing to catchy hits like “One Week,” “Pinch Me” and “If I Had $1,000,000” for over 30 years. The 6th edition of the Last Summer On Earth Tour also features rock quintet Gin Blossoms (“Hey Jealousy,” “Follow You Down”) and melodic band Toad The Wet Sprocket (“All I Want,” “Walk on the Ocean”). 5:30 p.m. $50. Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; wolftrap.org // @wolf_trap

7.15

THE BIG FAKE WEDDING WASHINGTON, D.C.

This is not your typical bridal show. This is a bridal show alternative complete with a meaningful vow renewal ceremony, light bites and a dance-party reception. Yep, they host big, fake weddings to connect brides and grooms to the best local vendors. At The Big Fake Wedding, you will receive wedding inspiration you can see and taste. Think of it as your wedding Pinterest board coming to life. Unlike typical bridal shows or wedding websites, you will have the opportunity to bond with each vendor and witness them in action before making an investment toward your big day. 7-9 p.m. $32. International Spy Museum: 700 L’Enfant Plz. SW, DC; thebigfakewedding.com // @thebigfakewedding

CAPITAL BOOK FEST

Downtown D.C.’s outdoor, pop-up bookstore returns to Wilson Plaza. Shop thousands of gently used books, CDs and DVDs, all on sale for $6 or less. Books provided by Carpe Librum, a local used bookstore benefitting nonprofit Turning the Page. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Free. Woodrow Wilson Plaza, Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center: 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, DC; downtowndc.org + rrbitc.com // @reaganitcdc

LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT THE BORO: DEANNA DOVE

Get your dancing shoes ready — live music is back at The Boro. Plan an alfresco evening complete with free outdoor music from local performers every Thursday this summer. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. The Boro Tysons: 8350 Broad St. Tysons, VA; theborotysons.com // @theborotysons; dcfray.com // @dcfray

SUNSET CINEMA AT THE WHARF 2021: “42”

It’s All Star Week and an opportunity to pay tribute to both the late Chadwick Boseman and Jackie Robinson in this moving story of how one man helped break the color barrier in America’s favorite pastime. 7:30 p.m. Free. Transit Pier at The Wharf: 970 Wharf St. SW, DC; wharfdc.com // @thewharfdc

7.15-7.17

RICKY VELEZ AT DC IMPROV

Gearing up to record a comedy special, Ricky Velez is coming to town for his DC Improv debut. His honest routines about anxiety, mental health, society and his New York upbringing have won over a cult following. He’s been featured on Comedy Central, and he recently appeared alongside Pete Davidson in the 2020 comedy The King of Staten Island. Check out a rising star at one of the country’s best comedy venues. Various dates and times. $30. DC Improv Comedy Club & Restaurant: 1140 Connecticut Ave. NW, DC; dcimprov.com // @dcimprov

¡VIVA CULTURA! A CELEBRATION OF LATINX ARTS AND CULTURE

The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Arlington, VA Council 4613 invites you to join to embrace Latinx heritage by supporting local artists. Come dance to the beat of reggaeton with live music performances, move with the rhythm of salsa, merengue and bachata dance classes, and of course, a picturesque artesanias market for all ages. Various dates and times. Free. The REACH, at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: 2700 F St. NW, DC; kennedy-center.org // @kennedycenter

7.16

BASTILLE DAY 2021

On Friday, July 16, join to experience the beautiful region “La Savoie”; the heart of the French Alps. Enjoy a delicious selection of dishes curated by the best local chefs, participate in a silent auction filled with wonderful items and sip a glass of wine while listening to some fantastic live music. 7 p.m. $150+.

La Maison Française, Ambassade de France aux Etats-Unis:

4101 Reservoir Rd. NW, DC; comite-tricolore.org // @comite.tricolore. org; dcfray.com // @dcfray

WHITE FORD BRONCO AT THE HAMILTON LIVE

Long a mere dream kicking around in the overactive imaginations of its founders, White Ford Bronco officially came into being in the Spring of 2008. Since then the five member ensemble has been sparking bouts of flannel-laden, slapbracelet-snapping, pog-playing, big-butt-loving nostalgia across the Washington, D.C. area that they call home. If you’re longing for the days when Danny Tanner could solve everything with a hug and presidential scandals only involved ruining a marriage, allow them to take you on a musical journey to that magical last decade of the 20th century. Whatever flavor — be it Alternative, Rock, Pop, R&B, Hip Hop, or Country — if it’s ‘90s, they’ll play it. 8 p.m. $25. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; live.thehamiltondc.com // @thehamiltondc

7.16-7.18

SUMMER WINE FESTIVAL & SUNSET TOUR

Bring a blanket and relax on the east lawn overlooking the Potomac River. Sample wine from Virginia wineries. Meet George Washington. The Shops at Mount Vernon are open until 9 p.m. The Mansion will be closed during this event. Mount Vernon can be accessed from the Washington, DC metro by car or by public transportation. 6-9 p.m. Prices vary for members and the general public. Mount Vernon: 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy. Mount Vernon, VA; mountvernon.org // @mount_vernon

7.17, 7.24, 7.31

VOLUNTEER AT H STREET FARMS

Join every Saturday at H Street Farms (the rooftop garden on top of W.S. Jenks Hardware). A unique rooftop growing area that utilizes D.C.’s unused space. With three greenhouses and many plants, you are encouraged to come to get involved and have a try at a green thumb. 12-4 p.m. Free. H Street Farms - W.S. Jenks and Sons: 910 Bladensburg Rd. NE, DC; cultivatethecity.com // @hstfarms

THE CACTUS LIQUORS AT THE HAMILTON LIVE

This show is general admission. Your ticket allows you to sit anywhere in the venue. Per D.C. regulations, guests who are fully vaccinated do not need to wear facemasks. Guests who are not vaccinated or are partially vaccinated must wear facemasks whenever they are not seated at the table. 8 p.m. $20+. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; live.thehamiltondc.com // @thehamiltondc

WASHINGTON D.C. SELTZERLAND 2021

On Saturday, July 17th Rock Creek Golf Course is turning into a hard seltzer paradise. Enjoy this one-of-a-kind immersive experience as you spend the afternoon tasting 30+ unique hard seltzers. Indulge in mouthwatering munchies, tons of seltzer swag, and you better plan on busting out the gram for an epic photoshoot. VIP: 11 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. GA: 12:30-5 p.m. $29+. Rock Creek Park Golf Course: 6100 16th St. NW, DC; cannonballproductions.com // @seltzer_land

7.18

ELECTRIC RAINBOW DAY GLOW FUNDRAISER

Experience Electric Rainbow - Day Glow Fundraiser, a raucous tea dance party to benefit D.C. LGBTQ+ small businesses affected by Covid. DJ Chord will be spinning tunes with performances from KC B. Yoncé and Jazzmin. 4-8 p.m. Capo Italian Deli: 715A Florida Ave. NW, DC; dcfray.com // @dcfray

FREE COMMUNITY DAY AT NMWA

Visit on Community Day for free admission to the museum — take this opportunity to explore current exhibitions, the collection and events. Mary Ellen Mark: Girlhood presents images photographer Mary Ellen Mark made throughout her career depicting girls and young women. Selections from the Collection highlights works from the museum’s collection, which is regularly rotated to spark new thematic connections. 12-5 p.m. Free. National Museum of Women in the Arts: 1250 New York Ave. NW, DC; nmwa.org // @womeninthearts

MASQUERADE BALL DRESS REHEARSAL & TRIVIA (VIRTUAL)

The designers and Coaches offer tips on how to uncover the rules you have around style and if they are serving you in the advancement of your goals. Then they give you the tools to go shopping in your own closet to find those hidden gems and the confidence to pair, repurpose and create your personal style. The event will intertwine these great tips with a Trivia Game, with lots of fun prizes for the winners. To add more fun to the evening, add a favorite accessory to represent your favorite style icon, such as a big gorgeous pair of sunglasses to evoke some Coco Chanel energy. Enjoy this fun night of meeting new friends, cocktails, trivia, prizes and learning some great new fashion tips. 8-10 p.m. $15. Virtual. merevents.com // @merevents

SILVER SPRING ARTS & CRAFTS SUMMER FAIR

Welcome summer at Veterans Plaza with lots of arts + crafts, good music, dance, performances and many, many more fun activities for both adults and kids alike. Over 60 artisans and crafters, independent consultants and small businesses are coming together to the annual Silver Spring Arts and Crafts Summer Festival. 1-7 p.m. Free. Silver Spring Veterans Plaza: 1 Veterans Plz. Silver Spring, MD; chiceventsdc.com // @chiceventsdc

7.20–7.25

KRYSTAL COLLINS AT DANCE PLACE

In partnership with Hillwood Estate, Dance Place and Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens present a co-commissioned, site-specific, movement-based performance commission and

presentation. The performance will take place at Hillwood, where the selected Artist/Company will share a new work which is in dialogue with the incoming sculpture installation Rich Soil by Kristine Mays, a California-based sculpture artist whose inspirations include Alvin Ailey’s famed work, Revelations. Stay tuned for an announcement about the selected artist. Various dates and times. Dance Place: 3225 8th St. NE, DC; danceplace.org // @danceplacedc

7.22

JIMBO MATHUS AND THE DIAL BACK SOUND AT THE HAMILTON LIVE

For 40 years, Jimbo Mathus has blazed a singular path as a singer, songwriter, guitarist, producer and shaman. Founder of New Orleans swing band SquirrelNut Zippers, he has recorded and released more than 300 songs. This impressive body of work is a testament to his hoodoo craftsmanship and to the sounds, sights and spirits of his inspirations in the Deep South. In 2021, a collaboration with former bandmate Andrew Bird led to the album “These 13,” which was released to critical acclaim and high praise. 8 p.m. $25+. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; live.thehamiltondc.com // @thehamiltondc

LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT THE BORO: ELIZABETH & PHIL OF THE BREAKAWAYS

Get your dancing shoes ready — live music is back at The Boro. Plan an alfresco evening complete with free outdoor music from local performers every Thursday this summer. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. The Boro Tysons: 8350 Broad St. Tysons, VA; theborotysons.com // @theborotysons; dcfray.com // @dcfray

SUNSET CINEMA AT THE WHARF 2021: “GIRLS TRIP”®

Grab your girlfriends and get ready for a special Girls Night Out at the movies. Fun swag bags and more. Dogs and food from any Wharf restaurant are allowed, but please, no outside beverages. 7:30 p.m. Free. Transit Pier at The Wharf: 970 Wharf St. SW, DC; wharfdc.com // @thewharfdc

7.22-7.24

ADOBO GIGANTE

The DMV’s authentic Afro-Latinx experience is back with a midsummer’s weekend of programming at the Kennedy Center. ADOBO will be featuring live performances from some of the top local artists in D.C., as well as DJ sets from Pedro Night, DJ Bembona, DJ Alizay, DJ Bo and more. Various dates and times. Free. The REACH at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: 2700 F St. NW, DC; kennedy-center.org // @kennedycenter

7.23

START MAKING SENSE AT THE HAMILTON LIVE

If David Byrne is one of the geniuses of modern times, then Start Making Sense is a tribute to genius. The musicians in this 7-10 piece Talking Heads Tribute take pride in faithfully recreating the music of Talking Heads’ entire career. Together they bring much of the Heads’ unique live show aura to the stage, with front man Jon Braun as a spot-on David Byrne, giving you a once in a lifetime experience. Prepare yourself for a rockin’, funkin’, danceable celebration of the new-wave art punk you loved from the ‘80s. 8 p.m. $27.50+. The Hamilton Live: 600 14th St. NW, DC; live.thehamiltondc.com // @thehamiltondc

7.25

THE BRUNCH OLYMPICS

Calling all brunch lovers and connoisseurs — are you ready for the largest outdoor brunch experience in D.C.? Featuring @DarrenBrand_ “Big Baby” from MTV’s Wild ‘N Out and @ DJQuickSilva. 11 a.m. $25-$225. The Bullpen: 1201 Half St. SE, DC; eventbrite.com/e/the-brunch-olympics-dc-tickets-157035205527?aff=e bdssbdestsearch

7.29

LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT THE BORO: PRACTICALLY EINSTEIN

Get your dancing shoes ready — live music is back at The Boro. Plan an alfresco evening complete with free outdoor music from local performers every Thursday this summer. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. The Boro Tysons: 8350 Broad St. Tysons, VA; theborotysons.com // @theborotysons; dcfray.com // @dcfray

SUNSET CINEMA AT THE WHARF 2021: “BEST IN SHOW”

Before there was “Schitt’s Creek” there was “Best in Show.” Eugene Levy and crew deliver a hilarious spoof on the world of dog shows. Bring your dogs along for a special goody bag. 7:30 p.m. Free. Transit Pier at The Wharf: 970 Wharf St. SW, DC; wharfdc.com // @thewharfdc

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D.C. LEGENDARY MUSICIANS

A block party made for the Native Washingtonians — hand dance, soul, the history of voting and more. Various dates and times. Free. D.C. Legendary Musicians is part of the Kennedy Center’s 2021 Millennium Stage Summer Series, celebrating our

RADAR | CALENDAR societal emergence from the pandemic and the return of live performances. Various dates and times. Free. The REACH at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: 2700 F St. NW, DC; kennedy-center.org // @kennedycenter

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AROUND THE WORLD CULTURAL FOOD FESTIVAL

The Around the World Cultural Food festival is coming back in 2021 at a new venue — the beautiful, waterfront park — Oronoco Bay Park, downtown Old Town Alexandria, VA. The event is admission free, with plenty of national dishes and beverages available for purchase. There will be a full day schedule of traditional dances on the stage. Ethnic arts & crafts, small businesses and non-profit organizations will also be present at the festival. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. Oronoco Bay Park: 100 Madison St. Alexandria, VA; eventbrite.com/e/around-the-worldcultural-food-festival-tickets-97014160967

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SILVER SPRING INTERNATIONAL FOOD & CRAFT FAIR

A celebration of the Nations from great food, to crafts and music, this festival is guaranteed fun for the entire family. Over 60 artisans and crafters, independent consultants and small businesses are coming together for the day, while the DJ will play a selection of international music for everyone’s enjoyment. 1-7 p.m. Free. Veterans Plaza: 1 Veterans Plz. Silver Spring, MD; chiceventsdc.com // @chiceventsdc

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DC WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL

Water Lantern Festival is filled with fun, happiness, hope and great memories that you’ll cherish for a lifetime. This is a family friendly event that can be shared by everyone. Friends, families, neighbors and lots of people that you haven’t met can come together to create a peaceful, memorable experience. 5-10 p.m. $25+. National Harbor SouthPointe: 701 National Harbor Blvd. Oxon Hill, MD; waterlanternfestival.com // @waterlanternfestival

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STRAIGHT NO CHASER AT WOLF TRAP

Straight No Chaser is reinventing the idea of a cappella. With tightly arranged songs, impeccable vocal harmonies, and a healthy sense of humor, the group’s success has led to over 100 million YouTube views and collaborations with Paul McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Elton John and Dolly Parton. 8 p.m. $32. Wolf Trap: 1551 Trap Rd. Vienna, VA; wolftrap.org // @wolf_trap

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LIVE MUSIC SERIES AT THE BORO: DESERT SHADE

Get your dancing shoes ready — live music is back at The Boro. Plan an alfresco evening complete with free outdoor music from local performers every Thursday this summer. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Free. The Boro Tysons: 8350 Broad St. Tysons, VA.; theborotysons.com // @theborotysons; dcfray.com // @dcfray

NATALIE CRESSMAN & IAN FAQUINI

Join for an evening that promises to transport you to Rio de Janeiro via Rockville Pike. Featuring songs in English, Portuguese, and French, this captivating duo draws from impressionism, jazz and the great Brazilian songwriting tradition. 8:30 p.m. $96-$152. Patio Stage at Strathmore: 5301 Tuckerman Ln. N Bethesda, MD; strathmore.org // @strathmorearts

SUNSET CINEMA AT THE WHARF 2021: “JERSEY BOYS”®

The series is free but you must pre-register. You can register for up to six in a group at one time, if you need more tickets, please complete another registration. The legendary Frankie Valli plays The Anthem just two days later. Celebrate the return of live music and sing along to all your favorites. Dogs and food from any Wharf restaurant is allowed, but please, no outside beverages. 7:30 p.m. Free. Transit Pier at The Wharf: 970 Wharf St. SW, DC; wharfdc.com // @thewharfdc

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RAGA AT THE REACH

Raga at the REACH is a three-day festival focused on presenting the vibrant culture and heritage of India through live music, dance, film and local arts vendors. Raga at the REACH is part of the Kennedy Center’s 2021 Millennium Stage Summer Series, celebrating our societal emergence from the pandemic and the return of live performance. Various dates and times. Free. The REACH at The Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts: 2700 F St. NW, DC; kennedy-center.org // @kennedycenter