EVENTS, MUSIC, THEATRE & ART JANUARY 29

Feathered Ink

Explores how Japanese artists have experimented over several centuries with different brush techniques in depictions of avian subjects. National Museum of Asian Art | Freer Gallery (1050 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC), 10:00 a.m. — 5:30 p.m.

Underdogs and Antiheroes

Japanese Prints from the Moskowitz Collection focis on captivating stories and urban legends of individuals living on the fringes of society in early modern Japan. National Museum of Asian Art | Arthur M. Sackler Gallery (1050 Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC), 10:00 a.m. — 5:30 p.m.

Raven and the Box of Daylight

Features works from internationally acclaimed artist Preston Singletary. National Museum of the American Indian (4th Street & Independence Ave. SW, Washington, DC), 10:00 a.m. — 5:30 p.m.

11th Annual McLean Chocolate Festival

Taste the specialties of area chocolatiers and enjoy fun for the whole family. $2 admission. McLean Community Center (1234 Ingleside Ave, McLean, VA), 11:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.

Grand Princess Show And Character Experience

A royal experience with princesses, a live royal show, and a Twirl on the dance floor. Call or text (301) 848-9935 with any questions. The George Washington Masonic National Memorial (101 Callahan Dr., Alexandria, VA), 11:00 a.m.

I Dream a World

Featuing photographs by Brian Lanker, the Pulitzer Prize-win- ning photographer who published I Dream a World: Portraits of Black Women Who Changed America. National Portrait Gallery (8th and G Streets NW, Washington, DC), 11:30 a.m. — 7:00 p.m.

Mens Basketball Patriots vs. Saint Joseph’s

EagleBank Arena (4500 Patriot Cir., Fairfax, VA), 12:00 p.m.

January: Piloting Our Plans

Join other DMV locals looking to succeed in the goals they set for 2023. Le jardin Hookah (5800 Seminary Rd., Falls Church), 12:00 p.m. — 2:00 p.m.

Watercolor Cake Decorating Class

Participants will receive a cake to learn with. For beginner cake decorators or for those who need a refresher. Fran's Cake & Candy Supplies (10927 Main St., Fairfax, VA), 2:30 p.m. — 4:30 p.m.

Brickyard Afghan Art Exhibit

This Afghan Art Exhibit displays art rescued from Afghanistan when the Taliban took over in August 2021. Meet on 2nd floor by Macys. Tysons Corner Center (1961 Chain Bridge Road Tysons, VA), 3:00 p.m. — 5:00 p.m.

Stitch & B*tch

Buy a cross stitch kit to learn or bring any project to work on! Turn happy hour on and stitch & b*tch the night away! Caboose Commons (2918 Eskridge Rd., Fairfax, VA), 6:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.

Roscoe Tripp

Roscoe Tripp performs. Jammin' Java (227 Maple Ave E, Vienna), 6:00 p.m.

DC Guitar Greats

DC Guitar Greats perform. Creative Cauldron (410 S. Maple Ave., Falls Church), 3:30 p.m.

Anthony Pirog & Janel Leppin

Anthony Pirog and Janel Leppin perform. Creative Cauldron (410 S. Maple Ave., Falls Church), 7:30 p.m.

Wolf's Blues Jam

Wolf's Blues Jam performs. JV's Restaurant (6666 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church), 8:30 p.m.

Monday January 30

TJ Klune Book Release

One More Page Books welcomes TJ Klune to celebrate the paperback release of Under the Whispering Door. Arlington Central Library (1015 N Quincy St., Arlington, VA), 7:00 p.m. — 8:00 p.m.

Tuesday January 31

FC Budget and Finance Committee Meeting

Falls Church City Council Budget and Finance Committee.

Contact City Clerk’s office at cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov or (703) 248-5014 (TTY 711) for questions. City Hall (300 Park Ave., Oak Room, Falls Church), 9:00 a.m. — 10:30 a.m.

FC Government Operations Committee Meeting

Falls Church City Council Government Operations Committee. Contact City Clerk’s office at cityclerk@fallschurchva.gov or (703) 248-5014 (TTY 711) for questions. City Hall (300 Park Ave., Oak Room, Falls Church), 12:00 p.m. — 1:00 p.m.

West Falls Church Metro Community Meeting

A virtual community meeting on the rezoning application in the

West Falls Church Transit Station Area. An update to the county Comprehensive Plan encourages mixed use development including residential, commercial, and retail of a scale that respects the stable residential communities. A rezoning application will be presented. The staff report is available at bit.ly/3H9WVrB. Zoom meeting (bit.ly/FCNPjan31fcgp, Password 2023, or (888) 2709936, code 9557261), 7:00 p.m.

The Voices on Blackwell Island

Inspired by Nellie Bly and Elizabeth Packard, and featuring a cast and crew of area high school students with award-winning actor Holly Twyford, the production descends deep into the horrors of Blackwell Island, the notorious women’s asylum. Signature

Theatre (3200 Campbell Ave, Arlington), 8:00 p.m. — 9:05 p.m.

CONNECTails: Lively Networking

Network, imbibe, and relax in a lively professional atmosphere. Saigon Noodles & Grill (1800 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA), 6:00 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.

Wednesday February 1

Gap Year Fair 2023

Learn about gap year planning from an expert counselor, then speak directly to counselors and alumni at the fair. West Springfield High School (6100 Rolling Rd., West Springfield, VA), 6:30 p.m. — 9:00 p.m.