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Sights and Sounds of the Holiday Season

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WELCOME TO WASHINGTON, DC Named No.1 travel destination for 2015 by Lonely Planet!

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isitors and residents alike love this city year ‘round for its abundance of things to do and see, but when it’s time to ring in the holidays and the New Year, there’s no better place to be! Besides our first class museums, beautiful monuments and awe-inspiring institutions, the

city’s vibrant neighborhoods of Georgetown, Capitol Hill, Penn quarter and Old Town Alexandria are now buzzing with activity and decked out in holiday splendor.

While away a day museum hopping, holiday shopping, or sightseeing. Then spend an evening viewing the National Christmas Tree or one of the area’s fabulous seasonal light shows. There are also theaters and concert halls galore presenting

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yuletide stories both old and new: a performance of A Christmas Carol, The Nutcracker, Handel’s Messiah or even A Night with Donny and Marie – will guarantee that you feel merry and bright. And of course there’s no better place to be on a cold winter’s night than fireside at one of the city’s world-class restaurants.

So while you’re here, let DC Metro Magazine be your guide to the entire metropolitan area and all its holiday happening. There’s so much to explore and so little time to experience all the history, culture, delectable dining, and shopping that’s waiting for you at every turn.

Have fun visiting our hometown, and enjoy your stay!

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IN & AROUND ICE! Featuring Frosty the SnowmanTM

IN& AROUND THE BELTWAY

Saturdays and Sundays, Through December 21

Mount Vernon by Candlelight Mount Vernon sparkles with holiday cheer during its candlelight tours. Join “Mrs. Washington” as she hosts an enchanting evening that includes fireside caroling, hot cider and ginger cookies. Tours include dancing, merry music, and characters from the Washingtons’ world guiding visitors through the first and second floors of the home, adding ambiance and authenticity to a traditional Christmas evening at Mount Vernon. Following the Mansion tour, guests are invited to stroll candlelit walks, join in caroling, and visit Aladdin the Christmas camel. 5-8pm. Adult: $22; Child (11yrs&younger): $15. Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Alexandria, VA 22121 www.mountvernon.org

Through December 23rd

10th Annual Downtown Holiday Market

10th Annual Downtown Holiday Market

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DC’s annual sidewalk marketplace returns to the Penn Quarter with its festive shopping “village”. Enjoy a unique seasonal shopping opportunity with hundreds of diverse gift items offered by 60 exhibitors and artisans each day, including jewelry, pottery, paintings and textiles. While shopping, enjoy lively seasonal entertainment and festive treats. FREE! Noon to 8pm daily. Sidewalk on F Street between 7th and 9th Streets, NW, Washington, DC 20001 www.downtownholidaymarket.com

Through January 1

ZooLights The National Zoo presents its seasonal display of more than 5000,000 sparkling animated lights, fun activities, live entertainments and more, sure to please visitors of all ages. Ride the Conservation Carousel, head to Lion/Tiger Hill for snowless Zoo Tubing or take a tour on the Zoo Choo-Choo!

Admission to the Zoo is FREE! ($3 for carousel and choo-choo rides). 5-9pm. (Closed December 24,25,31). National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008 www.nationalzoo.si.edu Mormon Temple

Ice Skating at the Sculpture Garden

Through January 4

Christmas on the Potomac Visitors to the Gaylord National Resort at National Harbor won’t believe their eyes as leaping water and lights from the Brightest Star Fountain “dance” to holiday music, the 60-foot-tall Christmas tree made entirely of “candy” glass glows brilliantly and a flurry of snow falls inside the 19-story atrium!

These delightful holiday shows are a “must-see” during the Gaylord’s annual Christmas celebration and are sure to mesmerize. FREE! 6, 7, 8 and 9pm.

The Atrium at the Gaylord National Resort, 201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD, 20745 www.ChristmasOnThePotomac.com

Through January 6 Through January 1

37th Annual Festival of Lights at the Mormon Temple One of the DC area’s great community traditions, visitors will view more than 600,000 lights that illuminate the Washington Temple grounds as well as decorated international-themed Christmas trees and a crèche exhibit featuring nativities from around the world. Lights are illuminated at dusk, with live musical performances at the indoor theater. FREE! Tickets (free) required for performances in the main theater and are available 90 minutes prior. Washington DC Temple Visitors’ Center, 9900 Stoneybrook Drive, Kensington, MD 20895 www.dctemplelights.lds.org

Through January 4

ICE! Featuring Frosty the SnowmanTM The thrilling, chilling one-of-a-kind holiday attraction ICE! returns for the holidays with an all-new theme and jaw-dropping scenes carved entirely of ice. The beloved holiday TV classic comes to life in an interactive world of colorful ice sculptures and incredible 20-foot-tall ice slides carved entirely from two million pounds of ice.

There’s also a new, interactive “Frostbite Factory” where visitors can see first-hand how master ice-carving artisans from China create ICE! along with a new ICE! bar, where guests will be able to purchase specialty drinks. This “cool” winter attraction (all kept at a frigid 9 degrees!) is sure to warm every visitor’s heart. Gaylord National Resort at National Harbor, National Harbor, MD 20745.

For schedules and tickets: www.ChristmasOnThePotomac.com

Christmas at Mount Vernon The halls will be decked for Christmas at Mount Vernon, with 12 themed Christmas trees and festive holiday touches, including live demonstrations of 18th century chocolate making.

Visitors will also get a peek at the rarely seen third floor of the Mansion! Christmas at Mount Vernon has been named as one of the “12 Places to Catch the Holiday Spirit” by AAA! 9am-4pm. Included with regular admission, Adult (12-61): $17; Senior (62+): $16; Youth (6-11): $8 (5yrs and under, FREE). Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Alexandria, VA 22121 www.mountvernon.org

Through March 15 (weather permitting)

Ice Skating at the Sculpture Garden A favorite Washington winter tradition! View magnificent works of sculpture while skating in the open air and enjoying music from the rink’s state-of-the-art sound system. Child (12&under)/ Student with ID/Senior (50+): $7; Adult: $8.

Skate rental $3. Mon-Thurs: 10am-9pm; Fri-Sat: 10am-11pm; Sun: 11am-9pm. (Closed December 25th and January 1st.) The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden, 7th and Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20565 www.nga/gov

December 2

Capitol Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony Lit by the Speaker of the House, the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree has been a tradition since 1964.

Music provided by the U.S. Navy Band and the Congressional Chorus. Following the lighting ceremony, the Capitol Christmas Tree will be lit from dusk until 11 p.m. each evening through January 1, 2015. FREE! 5:00pm. West Lawn of the U. S. Capitol, Constitution and Independence Avenues, Washington, DC 20001 (Access for ceremony through security gates at 1st St. and Maryland Ave., SW and 1st St. and Pennsylvania Ave., NW.) www.capitolchristmastree.com

Capitol Christmas Tree

Through February

Skating at Washington Harbour’s Ice Rink Larger than New York City’s Rockefeller Center rink, the skating pond at Washington Harbour has the notable distinction of being DC’s largest outdoor ice skating venue. Transformed from its interchangeable use as The Harbour’s picturesque fountain, this 11,800 square foot rink brings exciting winter energy to the already-bustling Georgetown waterfront every day–including holidays!–during the 2014-2015 winter season.

Children/Seniors/Military: $9; Adults: $10; skate rental $5. Mon-Tues: 12-7pm; Wed-Thurs: 129pm; Fri: 12-10pm; Sat: 10am-10pm; Sun: 10am7pm. Washington Harbour, 3000 K Street, NW, Washington, DC 20007 www.thewashingtonharbour.com

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Scottish Walk Parade

December 5-7

The Art League presents Artfête The Art League helps kick off the holiday season with its annual art celebration and open house featuring exhibits, live music, artist demonstrations, refreshments, as well as a weekend-long ceramics and jewelry sale of handmade wares by Art League students and associates. FREE! Open House and Holiday Party: Friday 6-9pm; Holiday Ceramics Sale: Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 12-5pm; Holiday Jewelry Sale: Friday 12-9pm, Saturday 10am-5pm. The Art League’s Madison Annex, 305 Madison Street Alexandria, VA 22314 www.theartleague.org

December 5-7, 12-14, 19-21

Del Ray Artisans Fine Art & Fine Craft Holiday Market This annual holiday market returns for its 19th year. Browse unique handmade fine arts and fine crafts from local artists - including pottery/ ceramics, photography, jewelry, cloth, paper crafts, and glass - while sampling delectable bake sale items. Different artists are featured each weekend.

FREE! Fri: 6-9pm (reception); Sat: 10am-4pm; Sun: 12-4pm. Located at the Colasanto Center, 2704 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria VA 22301 www.TheDelRayArtisans.org

December 5-January 1

National Christmas Tree Catch the seasonal spirit with a visit to the

National Christmas Tree and the Pathway of Peace, which are illuminated each evening from dusk until 11pm. Enjoy musical performances held nightly on the Ellipse stage FREE! The Ellipse, 1600 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20002. For performance schedules: www.thenationaltree.org

December 6

44th Annual Scottish Walk Parade Ranked one of the “Top 20 Events of the South”, you know the holidays have arrived when the sound of bagpipes fills the air! Scottish clans, pipe and drum bands, Scottish dancers, re-enactment groups, Scottie dogs, dignitaries and, of course, Santa Claus will march through the streets of Old Town. A local Christmas tradition. FREE! 11:00am.

Route: Begins at the corner of Wilkes and South Saint Asaph Streets and ends at Market Square, Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314 www.campagnacenter.org

December 6

Holiday Boat Parade of Lights From the docks of Old Town Alexandria to the District’s Southwest Waterfront, the annual parade of lighted boats returns! Festively decorated pleasure boats will light up the sky along the Potomac River and include powerboats, sailboats and the District’s fireboat, spouting water 70 feet into the air. These brightly lit craft will be creatively decorated as they compete for prizes and bragging rights. Viewers on both sides of the river will enjoy live holiday music, photos with Santa and much more. FREE! Festivities begin in Alexandria at 4pm, Old Town parade starts at 5:30pm; festivities begin in DC at 6pm; parade begins in Washington Channel at 7pm. Waterfront along Union Street, between King and Cameron Streets, Alexandria, VA 22314 and the Washington Channel, at 7th and Water Streets, SW, Washington DC 20024 www.visitalexandriava.com www.swdcwaterfront.com

December 6

Torpedo Factory Holiday Open House Find a one-of-a-kind handmade gift for that one-of-a-kind person as artists keep their studios open late for visitors—who will also be able to snack on delectable treats as they browse. Adding to the festive atmosphere, the Alexandria Choral Society will perform seasonal favorites throughout the evening. FREE! 4-9pm. Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.torpedofactory.org

December 6

Del Ray Holidays on the Avenue Experience a Del Ray holiday tradition: tree lighting, visit with Santa and lighting of the luminaries. Enjoy carols, hot chocolate, cider and cookies while waiting for Santa to arrive at 6pm to help light the tree. Then view thousands of luminaries lit along Mt. Vernon Avenue, while

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leisurely browsing the shops. And don’t miss the opportunity to take a picture with Santa! FREE! 6-9pm. Along Mount Vernon Avenue in Del Ray, Alexandria, VA 22301 www.visitdelray.com

December 6, 13 & 20

Harbor Holiday Movies Enjoy a festive outing this season with favorite family holiday movies on the jumbo screen at National Harbor, to include “A Muppet Christmas Carol”, “The Smurfs – A Christmas Carol” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. FREE! 2pm, snow or shine. On the Plaza at National Harbor,137 National Plaza, National Harbor, MD 20745 www.nationalharbor.com

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2013 DC Santa Crawl

Russian Winter Festival

Get your holiday “spirits” on and explore DC’s Dupont Circle area while celebrating the holiday season with thousands of festively clad bar crawlers as they amble from stop to stop on a jolly winter excursion. Come discover some of downtown’s best bars and enjoy some holiday shenanigans along with food and drink specials with friends old and new. $15 in advance, $20 dayof. 1-10pm. Must be 21 years or older. For details and tickets: www.dcsantacrawl.com

Jump in the sleigh and head to Hillwood Estate – the famed home of heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post – to celebrate the festive winter season in grand Russian style! Meet Grandfather Frost, Russia’s Santa Claus, and his granddaughter, the Snow Maiden and create and wear your own kokoshnik (lady’s headdress) or Russian gentleman’s winter hat. Guests will be treated to lively music and enchanting winter tales from Russia. Adult: $18; Senior $15; Child (ages 6-18): $5; 5yrs and under: FREE. Sat: 10am-5pm, Sun: 1-5 p.m. Hillwood Estate Museum and Garden, 4155 Linnean Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20008 www.hillwoodmuseum.org

December 11, January 8

Second Thursday Art Night Enjoy a special after-hours event at the Torpedo Factory Art Center where visitors can browse open studios and galleries, interact with artists, and enjoy special programming. Stop by on your way to dinner at one of Old Town’s fine restaurants and make an evening of it! FREE! 6-9 pm.

Torpedo Factory Art Center, 105 N. Union Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.Torpedofactory.org

December 12-14, 19-24

Alexandria Christmas Market Alexandria’s Holiday Market is an annual signature event that transforms the Carlyle District into a lively European-style festival that creates the feeling of the unique European Christmas Markets of Germany and France. While shopping for unique art and craft items, enjoy live entertainment, traditional European food and sweets, hot wine, and beer. FREE! 11am-8 pm. John Carlyle Park, 300 John Carlyle Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.alexandriaholidaymarket.com

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Arlington National Cemetery Wreaths Across America Each year volunteers place evergreen holiday wreaths on Arlington’s hallowed white tombstones in recognition of the sacrifices made by our nation’s fallen heroes. This solemn event has continued to expand to recognize even more of our nation’s honored dead, with volunteers expected to lay more than 150,000 wreaths in remembrance and thanks. FREE! Wreath laying: 8am-3pm; Opening Ceremony at McClellan Gate: 9:30am; Remembrance Ceremonies: 11am John F. Kennedy grave; 11:30am USS Battleship Maine Memorial; 12pm Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Wreaths to remain in place until mid-January.

Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington, VA 22211 www.arlingtoncemetery.mil www.wreathsacrossamerica.org

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Historic Alexandria Candlelight Tours Come “home for the holidays” this year with a tour where you can see–and taste–historic Alexandria in a whole new light! Travel through time as you learn more about Alexandria’s history and the history of chocolate. Tour the Carlyle House, Gadsby’s Tavern Museum and the Lee-Fendall House. Enjoy each site by candlelight, hear live musical performances and taste chocolate! Free shuttle bus service between sites. Adult: $20; Senior (65yrs+)/Active Military: $15; Child (ages

6-17): $5. Sat: 6-9pm, Sun: 3-6 p.m. Gadsby’s Tavern Museum, 134 N. Royal Street, Alexandria, VA 22314 www.alexandriava.gov/CandlelightTours

December 16

National Chanukah Menorah Lighting Ceremony Celebrate the Festival of Lights while enjoying musical performances and activities for the kids along with hot latkes and donuts. Following the “first night” lighting, the menorah will be lit each of the eight nights of Chanukah. FREE! 4pm (gates

Mount Vernon open at 3:15pm). The Ellipse, 1600 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20002. Tickets (free) for general seating required. www.nationalmenorah.org

December 20

Christmas Illuminations at Mount Vernon Ring in the holidays with sparkling fireworks over the Potomac River. For the first time ever, Mount Vernon opens its doors for an evening of holidaythemed fireworks and special programs. Guests will step back in time as they stroll through George Washington’s historic mansion and grounds while being serenaded by local choirs, watch colonial artisans demonstrate the 18th-century process of creating chocolate, visit a winter encampment of the colonial First Virginia Regiment, and more.

There will be cider, cookies, a bonfire, 18th-century music and dancing, all culminating with hot chocolate and a fireworks show choreographed to holiday music over the Potomac. This will be a truly unique holiday experience! Adult: $30; Youth (6-11): $20 (5yrs and under, FREE). 5:30pm - 9pm (fireworks at 8:45pm). Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens, 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway, Alexandria, VA 22121 www.mountvernon.org

December 24

Water Skiing Santa!

Before he loads the sleigh, the “Fat Man” will be waterskiing the Potomac River - for a 29th year along with his crew of high-flying elves, jet-skiing Grinch, Frosty the Snowman and more. And for the first time, this favorite DC-area Christmas Eve event comes to Old Town Alexandria! Best views are along the waterfront between King Street and Oronoco Street (including Founders Park and City Marina). FREE! Pre-show at 12:45pm; skiers start at 1:00pm, rain, snow or shine. Waterfront, Old Town Alexandria, VA 22314. www.waterskiingsanta.com

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Lighting of the National Christmas Tree

December 31

January 16-25

First Night Alexandria

Alexandria Winter Restaurant Week

A great family-friendly New Year’s Eve celebration with more than 100 performances at venues throughout old Town, featuring live music, dancing and loads of activities for the kids! It’s festive, affordable, safe and venues are alcohol free. The fun begins in the afternoon, with entertainment performances beginning at 7pm and continuing throughout the evening, culminating with a spectacular fireworks display over the Potomac River (at the foot of King Street) at midnight.

Adult: $20 ($15 on-line through 12/18); Child (12&under) and active duty military: FREE! 1pmMidnight. For schedule, maps and tickets: www.firstnightalexandria.org

January 10-11

NBC4 Health and Fitness Expo It’s never too late to make a healthy new year’s resolution! This annual event–the largest wellness expo in the country–offers fun activities to motivate participants of all ages to make changes that promote a healthy lifestyle. Try a new sport with a virtual simulator, check body mass index, take a heart risk test, get advice from top chefs and much more to get healthy and fit both physically and mentally. FREE! Sat: 9am-5pm; Sun: 9am4pm. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW, Washington, DC 20001. www.nbcwashington.com

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Alexandria’s restaurants now proudly take their place as some of the best in the nation, with locally-ownedand-operated neighborhood restaurants as well as nationally recognized chef-owned eateries creating a flavorful melting pot in the truest sense.

Now’s your chance to savor the flavors of Alexandria’s distinctive collection of eateries with special offers available exclusively during this event. For 10 days and two weekends, enjoy tantalizing multi-course meals as you sample the inventive culinary diversity offered throughout the city. View Restaurant Week menus and make reservations online.event seventseveeveevents www.visitalexandriava.com

$10; Child (6-12yrs): $5.00, under 5yrs: FREE. Washington Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place, NW Washington, DC 20001. See website for complete schedule and tickets: www.washingtonautoshow.com

January 23 - February 1

The Washington Auto Show Find your own auto “nirvana” among more than 700 new vehicle makes and models, along with live entertainment, celebrity guests and special giveaways. Adult (13yrs+): $12.00; Senior:

Make it Merry A colonial Christmas with chocolate making and Aladdin the Camel.

Open for merriment every day including Christmas and New Year’s Day. 703.780.2000 | MountVernon.org/Christmas

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CONCERTS (Refer to page 19 in this issue for a listing of jolly and joyful yuletide concerts.)

THE BIRCHMERE 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue Alexandria, VA 22305 703-549-7500 www.birchmere.com

DECEMBER 13

An Evening with Judy Collins 7:30pm

DECEMBER 27

Southside Johnny & The Asbury Jukes 7:30pm

JANUARY 8:

Jeff Daniels and the Ben Daniels Band 7:30pm

JANUARY 14:

The Psychedelic Furs -In The Flex Stage!

7:30pm

JANUARY 15

Wynonna Judd And Friends: Stories & Song Tour 7:30pm

JANUARY 25

Jeffrey Osborne 7:30pm

JANUARY 30

Marshall Crenshaw and The Bottle Rockets 7:30pm

JANUARY 11

David Cassidy 7:30pm

THE HAMILTON

LINCOLN THEATRE

VERIZON CENTER

600 14th Street NW Washington, DC 20005 202-787-1000 www.thehamiltondc.com

1215 U Street, NW Washington, DC 20009 202-888-0050 www.thelincolndc.com

601 F Street NW Washington, DC 20004 202-628-3200 www.verizoncenter.com

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DECEMBER 6

PATRIOT CENTER

JANUARY 9

Emmylou Harris 7:30pm

George Mason University 4500 Patriot Circle Fairfax, VA 22030 703-993-3000 www.patriotcenter.com

Natalie Merchant 6:30pm Jerry Lewis 8pm

JANUARY 25 Billy Idol 6:30pm

Fleetwood Mac

Cher Dressed to Kill Tour with Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo 7:30pm

JANUARY 30

Fleetwood Mac 8pm

DECEMBER 4

Casting Crowns 7:00 PM

JANUARY 12 Sam Smith 8pm

SPORTS NFL Football

NHL Hockey

NBA Basketball

FedEx Field 1600 FedEx Way Landover, MD 20785

Verizon Center 601 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

Verizon Center 601 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 Tickets: www.ticketmaster.com

WASHINGTON REDSKINS (Individual game tickets may be of limited availability or sold-out, but may possibly be obtained at www.

Ticketmaster.com, or from other fans at the official NFL Ticket Exchange, www.ticketexchangebyticketmaster.com)

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Home Schedule DECEMBER: Sunday, December 7- 1pm vs. St. Louis Rams Saturday, December 20 – 4:30pm vs. Philadelphia Eagles Sunday, December 28 – 1pm vs. Dallas Cowboys

WASHINGTON CAPITALS

WASHINGTON WIZARDS

Home Schedule

Home Schedule

DECEMBER:

DECEMBER

Tuesday, December 2 – 7pm vs. Vancouver Canucks Thursday, December 11 - 7pm vs. Columbus Blue Jackets Saturday, December 13 – 7pm vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Monday, December 22 – 7pm vs. Ottawa Senators

Monday, December 1 – 7pm vs. Miami Heat Wednesday, December 3 – 7pm vs. Los Angeles Lakers Friday, December 5 – 7pm vs. Denver Nuggets Monday, December 8 – 7pm vs. Boston Celtics Friday, December 12 - 7pm vs. Los Angeles Clippers Sunday, December 14 - 6pm vs. Utah Jazz Tuesday, December 16 – 7pm vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Sunday, December 21 – 6pm vs. Phoenix Suns Tuesday, December 23 – 7pm vs. Chicago Bulls Saturday, December 27- 7pm vs. Boston Celtics

JANUARY: Sunday, January 4 - 3pm vs. Florida Panthers Saturday, January 10 - 7pm vs. Detroit Red Wings Monday, January 12 - 7pm vs. Colorado Avalanche Wednesday, January 14 - 8pm vs. Philadelphia Flyers Tuesday, January 20 - 7pm vs. Edmonton Oilers Wednesday, January 28 - 8pm vs. Pittsburgh Penguins

JANUARY Wednesday, January 7 – 7pm vs. New York Knicks Friday, January 9 – 8pm vs. Chicago Bulls Tuesday, January 13 – 7pm vs. San Antonio Spurs Friday, January 16 – 7pm vs. Brooklyn Nets Monday, January 19 – 2pm vs. Philadelphia 76ers Wednesday, January 21 – 8pm vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Saturday, January 31 – 7pm vs. Toronto Raptors

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USING METRO

Getting Around t’s the best, most convenient and stressfree way to get around the metropolitan area. You can explore the city and its Virginia and Maryland suburbs without the hassles of traffic and parking or the expense of gas.

Farecards and Passes Each person needs his/her own farecard or pass to ride Metrorail. A pass or farecard cannot be shared with another person. Farecards hold between $1.70 and $45 and are available at fare vending machines in Metrorail stations. You can buy farecards worth $10, $15 or $20 online. If you have a group, call Group Sales at 202-962-1488 for assistance. Customers can also purchase a SmarTrip® card, which is a permanent, rechargeable farecard.

It’s like a credit card, and is embedded with a computer chip that keeps track of the value of the card.

SmarTrip® cards are usable on either bus or rail and must be used to pay for parking at Metrorail stations.

Fares to ride Metrorail train start at $1.75 for short trips during off-peak hours and $2.15 during rush hours.

The maximum fares are $5.90 during rush hours and $3.60 during off-peak hours. Use Metro’s Trip Planner online if you wish to determine your exact fare and route.

$14.50 One Day Pass This Pass is valid for one day of unlimited Metrorail travel; no time restrictions. Pass expires at the end of the operating day: 3 am on weekends, midnight on weeknights. Buy online or at any Metro station from a Passes/Farecards machine. At Metro Sales Offices – Metro sales offices are located at the Metro Center station, the Pentagon station, and Metro Headquarters at 600 5th Street, NW, Washington, DC. Metro sales offices carry all visitor’s passes and senior/disabled farecards. Parking at Metro: Metro operates parking facilities at 42 Metrorail stations. All 42 stations offer daily or hourly parking.

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THEATER (Refer to page 21 in this issue for a listing of magical seasonal and holiday stage productions) Pippin – National Theater

of Israel’s favorite son features Broadway stars and American Idol sensations, husband-and-wife duo Diana DeGarmo and Ace Young.

January 6-11 in the Opera House

The Illusionists It’s the world’s best-selling magic show, direct from Broadway!

This mind-blowing spectacular showcases the talents of seven incredible Illusionists with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

January 16 - February 12 in the Eisenhower Theater

Gigi

ARENA STAGE 1101 Sixth Street, SW Washington, DC 20024 202-488-3300 www.arenastage.org

Through January 4 in the Kreeger Theater

Five Guys Names Moe Big band meets boy band in this rollicking musical review that showcases “King of the Jukebox” Louis Jordan’s greatest hits. Come and dance the blues away with classics like “Let the Good Times Roll” and “Is You Is or Is You Ain’t My Baby”, remixed for this explosive, re-imagined tribute.

Through January 4 in the Fichandler Stage

Fiddler on the Roof In celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Broadway production, Arena mounts a new, in-the-round staging of “Fiddler”, the iconic musical that has captured the hearts of audiences worldwide. This theatrical masterpiece weaves together a portrait of family, community and life’s unexpected miracles, large and small, and showcases a jubilant and beloved score, including “If I Were a Rich Man,” “Sunrise, Sunset,” “Matchmaker, Matchmaker” and “Tradition.”

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January 16 - February 22 in the Kreeger Theater

Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery Get your deerstalker cap on—the play’s afoot! From the Tony Awardwinning pen of Ken Ludwig, comes a fast-paced comedy about everyone’s favorite detective solving his most notorious case. Watch as Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson try to escape a dizzying web of clues, silly accents, disguises and deceit as five actors deftly portray more than 30 characters. Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be.

FOLGER SHAKESPEARE LIBRARY

201 East Capitol Street, SE Washington, DC 20003 202-544-7077 www.folger.edu

Through December 7 in the Elizabethan Theatre

Julius Caesar Beware the Ides of March.

Shakespeare’s study of political extremism, violence and civil war feels almost chillingly relevant today:

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as Rome slips from angry whispers and furtive plots into secret murder, armies on the streets and unresolved political terror, ancient actions may bring to mind modern situations where the removal of a much-feared figurehead has only started a new chain of problems, with the original liberators now deeply embroiled in retaliations, public and private. Yet, behind the world stage that is the Roman Empire, Shakespeare uses the intimacy of Roman elite society to produce a profoundly personal story of friendship, loyalty, pressure and betrayal among a small group of men, who know each other, love each other and kill each other.

KENNEDY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS 2700 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20566 202-467-4600 www.kennedy-center.org

December 16-January 4 in the Opera House

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Tim Rice & Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical about the trials and triumphs

This world premiere stage production of Lerner and Loewe’s classic film musical, where true love between a free-spirited young woman and a wealthy young playboy must overcome the conventions of turn-of-the-century Paris, stars Vanessa Hudgens as Colette’s endearing gamine, Gigi.

IMAGINATION STAGE 4908 Auburn Avenue Bethesda, Maryland 20814 301-280-1660 www.imaginationstage.org

Through January 11

101 Dalmatians When Mr. and Mrs. Dearly welcome a new litter of Dalmatians to their 1950s London home, Cruella de-Vil is quick to plot their kidnap for her own evil purposes. Determined to rescue their puppies, loving parents Pongo and Missis set out on a harrowing adventure through the countryside to rescue them, aided by several friendly dogs along the way.

NATIONAL THEATER 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004 202-628-6161 www.thenationaldc.com

Pippin Broadway’s high-flying, deathdefying hit musical arrives in DC full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats and soaring songs from the composer of Wicked and Godspell. This new, circusinspired production - winner of four 2013 Tony Awards® including

Best Musical Revival - features an acrobatic troupe of performers in a coming-of-age musical that chronicles the existential journey of a young prince who gets a taste of war, sex and power before ultimately gravitating toward life’s simpler pleasures. Pippin is a two-and-ahalf-hour, high-energy extravaganza that makes for a positively electrifying night at the theater.

SHAKESPEARE THEATRE COMPANY The Lansburgh Theatre: 450 7th Street NW Sidney Harman Hall: 610 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 202-547-1122 www.shakespearetheatre.org

December 2 - January 11 in Sidney Harman Hall

The Tempest Trickery and magic, romance and revenge set the stage for what is thought to be Shakespeare’s final play and masterpiece. Prospero, the deposed Duke of Milan and now a powerful magician, raises a great storm to wreck the vessel bearing his betrayers onto the shores of the mysterious island he has made his home. There, attended upon by his daughter, a magical sprite and a villainous prisoner, Prospero leads them through a mysterious dream on the course from vengeance to reconciliation.

SIGNATURE THEATRE Shirlington Village at 4200 Campbell Avenue Arlington, VA 22206 703-820-9771 www.signature-theatre.org

Through December 14 in the Lansburgh Theatre

As You Like It All the world’s a stage in As You Like It, one of Shakespeare’s fullest comedies, where poetry, mistaken identities and true love lost and found abound. When Rosalind escapes to the Forest of Arden— disguised as a boy and with her cousin in tow—she seeks only refuge from her uncle’s wrath. But the woods are home to many an expat, with intertwined histories and mysteries to unravel on the journey home. Finding all comedy and romance in this “very personal and warm-spirited” play, director Michael Attenborough (son of the late, great British actor/director Richard) makes his U.S. regional debut at STC.

Through December 7 in the Ark Theater

Sex With Strangers A raging snowstorm traps strangers Olivia, an unsuccessful, yet gifted, thirty-nine-year-old writer, and Ethan, a tech-addicted and wildly successful young blogger, in a secluded cabin.

Opposites instantly attract, undeniable chemistry ignites and sex is imminent.

As the dawn rises, however, what could have just been a one-nightstand transforms into something more complicated when online exploits interfere with their real-life connection.

This sexy, provocative and intimate exposé —in its DC area premier— playfully explores what happens when private lives become public domain.

THE STUDIO THEATRE

Beautiy and the Beast – Synetic Theatre

1501 14th Street, NW Washington, DC 22205 202-667-8436 www.studiotheatre.org

January 7 - February 22

Choir Boy Set in the gospel choir of an elite prep school for young black men, this is a music-filled story of masculinity, tradition, coming of age and speaking your truth.

SYNETIC THEATER

Synetic Theater 1800 South Bell Street Arlington, VA (Crystal City) 22202 800-494-8497 www.synetictheater.org

December 3-January 4

Beauty and the Beast This brand-new adaptation draws on the darkness and sensuality of the original French fairy tale to create a passionate and inspiring Gothic romance. Synetic’s athletic actors and

A RenAissAnce chRistmAs DecembeR 16-23 Music of Flanders and Italy circa 1500 enjoy expressive seasonal melodies by enduring composers of the Renaissance.

Featuring vocal quintet, winds, viol, and lute

December 9 – January 25

Diner Nine-time Grammy Award Winner Sheryl Crow and Academy Award®winning original screenwriter Barry Levinson make a stunning debut as writers with the world premiere musical adaptation of the landmark movie Diner. Infused with swinging 1950’s rock and roll, this stage production offers a new look at Diner’s groundbreaking evocation of burgeoning adulthood and friendship.

innovative theatrical effects transform this classic story into a visual dream full of wonder, mystery, and redemption.

Folger Consort early music ensemble in Residence at the Folger 202.544.7077 folger.edu/consort

the RoAD to cAnteRbuRy JAnuARy 9-10 At WAshington nAtionAl cAtheDRAl Music of Medieval England With vocal ensemble LIONHEART, medieval fiddles, citole, lute, and winds

Sex with Strangers – Signature Theatre

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IN & AROUND

EXHIBITS Picuring Mary – National Museum of Women in the Arts

HIRSHORN MUSEUM AND SCULTURE GARDEN 700 Independence Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20024 www.hirshhorn.si.edu FREE!

NEW!

Days of Endless Time In a world conditioned by the frantic, technology-driven pace of life, many moving-image artists are countering this sensibility with works that suspend and attenuate time or that evoke a sense of timelessness. This exhibition presents installations, many drawn from the Hirshhorn’s collection, that emphasize escape, solitude, the thrall of nature, states of enchantment, meditation, and spirituality. The galleries will be transformed into a compelling refuge where visitors enter a poetic, drifting, reflective realm Jorge Luis Borges once characterized in a phrase, “days of endless time”.

East Gallery

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MUSEUM AMERICAN ART MUSEUM 8th and F Streets, NW Washington, DC 20004 www.americanart.si.edu FREE!

NEW!

The Singing and the Silence: Birds in Contemporary Art Birds have long been a source of mystery and awe and this exhibit examines mankind’s relationship to birds and the natural world through the eyes of twelve contemporary American artists. The opening of the exhibition dovetails with two significant environmental anniversaries—the extinction of the passenger pigeon in 1914 and the establishment of the Wilderness Act in 1964. Inspired by the confluence of these events, the exhibition explores how artists working today employ bird imagery as a conduit for understanding contemporary culture.

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HILLWOOD ESTATE MUSEUM AND GARDEN

4155 Linnean Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008 www.hillwoodmuseum.org Adult: $15; Senior: $12; Student: $10; Child (ages 6 – 18): $5

Through December 31

Cartier: Marjorie Merriweather Post’s Dazzling Gems One of Cartier’s most important and enduring clients, Marjorie Merriweather Post commissioned some of the most exquisite jewelry sets, fashionable accessories, and finely crafted jeweled frames of any American collector.

Following their return from exhibition in France, jewelry and objects from Hillwood’s Cartier collection will offer a notable perspective on the important role that Cartier played in the life and style of this American icon.

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1145 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20036 www.nationalgeographic.com Adult: $11; Member/Military/Senior/ Student: $9; Child (5-12): $7

NEW!

Spinosaurus: Lost Giant of the Cretaceous Meet Spinosaurus. At over 50 feet long, 20 feet high and weighing in at 6 tons, he’s the largest predatory dinosaur to ever roam the Earth — even bigger than T. Rex. This bussized dino’s extraordinary features include a crocodile-shaped skull and 7-foot spines forming a sail along its back. Spinosaurus is unlike any other dinosaur you’ve seen or heard of before.

Encounter this bizarre predator for the first time at the world premiere of a one-of-a-kind exhibition where visitors can explore a full-sized skeletal model as well as genuine dinosaur fossils and learn about the latest technologies modern paleontologists use. Travel with National Geographic explorers and scientists to the remote edges of the Sahara to discover the origins of this rare African dinosaur and the mysterious

journey that led to its rediscovery.

Exhibition included in museum admission

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN

4th Street and Independence Avenue, SW Washington DC 20560 www.nmai.si.edu FREE!

NEW!

Nation to Nation: Treaties between the United States and American Indian Nations From a young age, most Americans learn about the Founding Fathers, but are told very little about equally important and influential Native diplomats and leaders of Indian nations. Treaties lie at the heart of the relationship between Indian nations and the United States and this exhibition tells the story of that relationship, including the history and legacy of U.S.– American Indian diplomacy from the colonial period through the present.

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF WOMEN IN THE ARTS 1250 New York Avenue, NW Washington DC 20005 www.nmwa.org Adult: $10; Senior/Student: $8; Member/Youth 18 and under: FREE

NEW!

Picturing Mary: Woman, Mother, Idea This landmark exhibition explores the concept of womanhood represented by the Virgin Mary as well as the social and sacred functions her image has served through time. It brings together more than 60 Renaissance- and Baroque-era masterworks from the Vatican Museums, Uffizi Gallery, and other museums, churches, and private collections in Europe and the United States. Featuring works made by both female and male artists, paintings

by Sofonisba Anguissola, Artemisia Gentileschi, Orsola Maddalena Caccia and Elisabetta Sirani highlight the varied ways in which women artists conceptualized the subject of Mary and

are featured alongside treasured Marian paintings, sculptures, and drawings by Fra Filippo Lippi, Botticelli, Michelangelo, Pontormo, Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, and others.

NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY 8th and F Streets NW Washington, DC 20001 www.npg.si.edu FREE!

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Truly the Local Expert!

NEW!

Time Covers the 1960s Week in and week out, Time magazine covered the 1960s using all manner of covers created by some of the foremost artists of the day. Original cover art from the museum’s Time collection explores a selection of the major newsmakers, trends, and happenings that defined the 1960s, known as the “Age of Aquarius.” It began with the Kennedy inauguration and a presidency nicknamed “Camelot” and ended with “one giant leap for mankind,” as Apollo 11 ferried people to the surface of the moon and back. In the intervening years, Time covered the Cold War; Cuban Missile Crisis; escalation of the Vietnam War; civil rights; the women’s movement; and such cultural phenomena as the Beatles, hippies, and the sexual revolution.

2rd Floor North

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

! The Lincoln Experience NEW A comprehensive look at one of the most popular and influential Presidents of all time!

10th and Constitution Avenue NW Washington DC 20560 www.mnh.si.edu FREE!

The Last American Dinosaurs: Discovering a Lost World Discover the lost world of the last dinosaurs to roam what is modern day North America sixty six million years ago before events caused their extinction. Walk through time to find answers to the questions that help us understand America’s last dinosaurs, their lives, and their ultimate demise while taking a peek “behind the curtain” to see what goes into making a new, large-scale fossil exhibition. See “Hatcher” the Triceratops, a Tyrannosaurus skull, other fossils from the same ecosystem, and watch fossils being prepared in a working fossil preparation lab.

NEWSEUM

555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20001 www.newseum.org Adult: $21.95; Senior (65+): $17.95 Child (7-18): $12.95; Child (6 & younger): Free

Half-Day Tours

Featuring the must-see sights of DC, including our new Lincoln Experience Tour!

Full-Day Tours

Comprehensive and convenient! Includes admission to the US Capitol.

Day-Away Tours

New and Improved Gettysburg and Monticello Tours.

Through December 31

First Dogs: American Presidents and Their Pets Proving that politicians can definitely “go to the dogs”, this exhibit showcases images and stories about some of the top dogs who have resided at the nation’s most prestigious address.

On Level 2.

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This Year, a Steam-Powered Locomotive Pulls the Presidential Special

The White House Christmas Tree Ornament Tradition

White House Christmas tree

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himmering amidst the evergreen branches of The White House Blue Room Christmas tree a miniature steampowered locomotive pulls the Presidential Special, a Pullman car, into the holiday season—commemorating President Warren G. Harding and the 33rd White House Historical Association Christmas Ornament.

While we like to think of this annual ornament tradition as something uniquely Washington, millions of the collectable ornaments have made their way around the globe since the tradition began in 1981.

Simple silhouetted designs have given way to beautiful, complex designs like this year’s two piece ornament – an Association ornament first – and it’s a must buy on every local and visitors shopping list.

This year’s design tells the story of President Harding’s famous 1923 “Voyage of Understanding” that was a two-month speaking tour by train throughout the western United States and Alaska. The last car on the Special, the Superb was outfitted with a public address system. President Harding made appearances and delivered

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speeches at stops across the country from a platform at the back of the car.

While steaming across the wilds of Alaska, President Harding fulfilled a childhood dream of becoming a locomotive conductor when for 51 minutes he took the throttle and drove the train 26 miles north. A reporter observed that the Hardings “had as much fun as two youngsters on their first train trip.”

Tragically, President Harding fell ill on the return sea voyage from Alaska to San Francisco. The train that carried President Harding west at the outset of his ambitious voyage would tragically carry his casket back east following his sudden death, just two

months later. More than 3 million people are estimated to have paid their respects as the train journeyed east. The last known photograph of President Harding is an image of him on the Superb.

Remembering the many stories of the White House is the privileged task of the White House Historical Association and through their partnership with National Park Service they have opened the new White House

Visitor Center, at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue, (Free and open daily 7:30a.m. – 4p.m. (except January 1, Thanksgiving, and December 25.)) Offering visitors a chance to explore up-close the People’s House through interactive exhibits, objects from the White House collection, a large-scale model of the White House, and signature film.

Just in time for the holiday, you can try your hand at lighting up the National Christmas Tree in an exhibit that features a commemorative Presidential switch from past tree lightings, as well as ornaments that have decorated the tree over the years.

We would recommend stopping in the Association’s new flagship store while you’re there. They have all three decades of collectable ornaments and more on offer.

Locals know that as the creator of the ornament, the Association offers the best price too, only $18.95, and the bonus of knowing you’re helping support the preservation of the White House for years to come.

Whitehousehistory.org

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS OF THE SEASON

HOLIDAY CONCERTS AND THEATER

The Nutcracker

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! And as the 2014 holiday season arrives with its glitter, glitz and festive lights throughout the capital city, you can be sure that performance halls will be decked and lights will be burning bright on stages throughout the DC metro area with seasonal concerts and theater of every description. So sit back and relax with joyful music, stage spectaculars, beloved ballet and audience sing-alongs, sure to get you in the holiday mood!

With dozens of holiday productions to enjoy, come celebrate the season and perhaps discover some new holiday traditions! Here are some of the best:

HOLIDAY CONCERTS Throughout December

Holiday Concerts at the National Gallery of Art Celebrate the holiday season with free Sunday evening concerts on December 14th and 28th at 6:30pm or “Afternoon Encounter” concerts on December 6, 13, 20, and 21st at 3:30pm and December 14th and 28th at 6:30pm in the West Garden Court of the West Building. FREE! The National Gallery of Art, 4th and Constitution Avenue, NW Washington DC 20565 www.nga.gov

December 5-7

Handel’s Messiah at Washington National Cathedral Enjoy this musical masterpiece as it was meant to be heard! The Cathedral Choir, a Baroque period orchestra, the cathedral setting, and the Christmas season all combine to make this an experience you won’t want to miss! Fri: 7:30pm; Sat-Sun: 4pm. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016 www.nationalcathedral.org

December 6, 13, 14

Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington Presents: Rockin’ The Holidays Come celebrate the holidays in style as the Gay Men’s Chorus returns to DC’s historic Lincoln Theatre. Performing signature holiday classics and new arrangements of season favorites, the magnificence of “one of the world’s best male choruses” (The Washington Post) is not to be missed!

Join the Chorus as they ring in the season with glitter and glamour! The Lincoln Theatre, 1215 U Street, NW, Washington DC 20009 www.thelincolndc.com

December 9-10

Christmas with Aaron Neville Quintet

December 6

Wolf Trap Holiday Sing-A-Long Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Wolf Trap. This annual musical celebration hosts a performance by the United States Marine Band and a Sing-A-Long of Christmas carols and Hanukkah songs with choir and vocal groups from the metropolitan area. FREE!, no tickets required. And be sure to bring along a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots, a candle for the traditional exit processional, and a bell for the musical “JingA-Long”! 4pm. The Filene Center, Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, VA 22182 www.wolftrap.org

Aaron Neville, a spectacular soul and gospel singer who’s unique voice and delivery are both instantly recognizable, superbly takes on the Christmas musical classics, running the gamut from pop to spiritual. 7:30pm.

The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305 www.birchmere.com

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The Folger Consort: A Renaissance Christmas In the courts of Renaissance Italy, princes vied with each other in filling their chapels with the famous singer and composers from the North. With glimmers of a more popular native Italian style starting to appear, first at the court in Milan, many of these new style works honored Mary, the most popular of all saints. With voices, winds, and strings, the Consort explores the contrast between the more complex polyphonic and popular styles in this program of seasonal music. In the Elizabethan Theatre, Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003. www.folger.edu

December 17

Trans-Siberian Orchestra – The Christmas Attic December 11-13

December 14, 20, 22

Back by popular demand for the holidays -with new acts and returning favorites!

Aerialists, jugglers, illusionists, and more bring the circus to the Concert Hall.

Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

Celebrate the splendor of the season with this beloved holiday event. With brass, organ, percussion, harp, and the 200-voice chorus, the program features Christmas classics, sing-alongs, theatrical lighting, and the glorious candlelight processional. These concerts sell out early! In the Concert Hall, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

NSO Pops: Happy Holidays! With Cirque de la Symphonie

December 12

The Temptations & The Four Tops - A Merry Motown Christmas Savor musical memories from the soul supergroups that produced iconic hits like “My Girl,” and “Baby I Need Your Loving” and get your holiday groove on as the Temps and Tops lend their trademark harmonies and signature moves to holiday favorites. 8pm.

Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852 www.strathmore.org

December 12

NPR’s A Jazz Piano Christmas Top jazz pianists perform their favorite holiday songs with master Harold Mabern, newcomer Kris Davis, and DC favorites Lynne Arriale and Cyrus Chestnut. 7:30 and 9:30pm. In the Terrace Theater, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

December 13-14

The Joy of Christmas The Cathedral Choral Society presents a perennial holiday favorite. Celebrate the season in the magnificent setting of Washington National Cathedral with a program that features the Advent wreath procession, seasonal favorites, and carols for all to sing. Sat: 12pm; Sat-Sun: 4pm. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016 www.nationalcathedral.org

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The Washington Chorus: A Candlelight Christmas

December 15

Jingle Ball 2014 This fourth annual holiday concert, sponsored by Hot 99.5 Radio is part of the national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball 2014 Tour, the season’s biggest annual music event.

This year’s star-studded lineup includes top recording artists Ariana Grande, 5 Seconds of Summer, Calvin Harris, Demi Lovato, OneRepublic, Iggy Azalea, Jason Derulo, Meghan Trainor, Lil Jon, Charli XCX, Jessie J, Kiesza, Rixton, Rita Ora and Shawn Mendes, with special guest host Nick Jonas. 7pm. Verizon Center, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004 ww.hot995.com/go/jingleball2013

December 15, 21, 24

The Choral Arts Society of Washington Presents: A Capital Christmas You’ll capture the holiday spirit when you hear the Choral Arts Chorus perform holiday favorites, while enjoying traditional carols from Argentina, this year’s embassy partner. Join in for the popular carol sing, and leave with the joy of Christmas in your heart. In the Concert Hall, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

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This rock orchestra incorporates progressive rock, symphonic metal, and heavy metal, with influences from classical music to create unique renditions of traditional Christmas songs, bringing audiences an extraordinary concert experience, complete with light show and pyrotechnics. 7:30pm. Verizon Center, 601 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004 www.verizoncenter.com

December 18-21

National Symphony Orchestra: Handel’s Messiah Get in the holiday spirit with Handel’s epic masterpiece, performed each year with a fresh perspective by the NSO and acclaimed guest artists. In the Concert Hall, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

December 19

Peabo Bryson: The Colors of Christmas The stars shine in this soulful celebration!

Silken-voiced, Grammy Award-winning R&B legend Peabo Bryson is joined by Tony Award winning singer Jennifer Holliday, pop diva Taylor Dayne, and “American Idol”-winner Ruben Studdard for an unforgettable evening of pop hits and Christmas favorites. 8pm. The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852 www.strathmore.org

December 21

Christmas With the King’s Singers One of the world’s most celebrated vocal ensembles, these celebrated entertainers have a packed schedule of appearances spanning the globe. Instantly recognizable for their incisive timing and impeccable vocal blend, they are a class act with delightfully British wit. 7:30pm. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20016 www.nationalcathedral.org

December 22

A John Waters Christmas John Waters (of ‘Hairspray’ and ‘Pink Flamingos’ fame) presents an unforgettable night of holiday mischief with his critically acclaimed one man show, a staged monologue about all things merry and dark.

Waters pokes fun at the holiday season with adult-appropriate humor, effectively “putting the X in Xmas,” offering a show for the open minded and slightly left-of-center audience.

7:30pm. The Birchmere Music Hall, 3701 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22305 www.birchmere.com

December 23

Messiah Sign-along Be part of Washington’s most popular free holiday event! Back by popular demand, this evening concert joins the Opera House Orchestra, professional soloists, and a very enthusiastic audience in a performance of Handel’s masterpiece. A family and community tradition since 1971!

FREE! 8pm. (Note: tickets distributed beginning at 6pm on Dec. 23 in the Hall of Nations. Two (2) tickets only per person in line.) 8pm. In the Concert Hall, Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

December 31

A Jazz New Year’s Eve: Branford Marsalis Ring in the New Year in style with a sizzling late-night jazz performance by Grammy Award-winning saxophonist Branford Marsalis. 7:30 and 9:30pm. In the Terrace Theater. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, 2700 F Street, NW, Washington, DC 20566 www.kennedy-center.org

HOLIDAY THEATER FORD’S THEATRE 511 Tenth Street NW Washington, DC 20004 www.fordstheatre.org

Through January 1

A Christmas Carol Ford’s Theatre has delighted Washington audiences with A Christmas Carol for more than 30 years! Join the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future as they lead the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a journey of transformation and redemption.

This music-infused production captures the magic and joy of Charles Dickens’ ageless tale.

1742 Church Street, NW Washington, DC 20036 www.keegantheatre.com

December 26-28

An Irish Carol This December, in a special fundraising initiative, The Keegan Theatre (currently closed for renovations) brings back its beloved holiday show, An Irish Carol, for five performances at DC’s Theater J. An homage to Dickens’ classic, this is a modern fable told with the biting humor and incisive candor of its Irish playwright.

Since its premier in 2011, this new holiday classic has continued to play to sold out houses and rave reviews. Performances held at Theater J, Washington DCJCC, 1529 Sixteenth Street, NW, Washington, DC 20036.

THE LITTLE THEATRE OF ALEXANDRIA

show features Christmas songs and cheer plus hits from their illustrious careers all mixed with their irresistible chemistry that made them international stars.

THE PUPPET CO. PLAYHOUSE 7300 MacArthur Boulevard Glen Echo, MD 20812 www.thepuppetco.org

Through December 30

The Puppet Co: The Nutcracker This Nutcracker blends marionettes and costume characters with the glorious music from Tchaikovsky’s famous ballet to create a truly unique production. Now in its 26th Anniversary year, you don’t want to miss this wildly popular show!

MUSIC CENTER AT STRATHMORE

600 Wolfe Street Alexandria, VA 22314 www.thelittletheatre.com

5301 Tuckerman Lane North Bethesda, MD 20852 www.strathmore.org

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December 14

A Christmas Carol The LTA rings in the holiday season with a return of the classic by Charles Dickens. Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly Victorian humbug, travels with ghostly guides through Christmas past, present, and future to find the true meaning of the holidays. Complete with special effects, Victorian carols, and Tiny Tim, A Christmas Carol is a must for the entire family.

The Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker

METROSTAGE

This spectacular Great Russian Nutcracker is a must-see event this holiday season!

Celebrate the beloved Christmas tradition with the whole family as 40 world-class Russian artists bring this charming classic to life. Experience Tchaikovsky’s master score this Christmas with the magic of larger than-life-puppets, a growing Christmas Tree and super-sized Matrushka dolls! 1 and 5pm.

1201 North Royal Street Alexandria, VA 22314 www.metrostage.org

WARNER THEATRE

Through December 28 (Wed.-Sun.)

513 13th Street, NW Washington, DC 20004 www.warnertheatredc.com

A Broadway Christmas Carol A MetroStage holiday tradition! A delicious cross between the classic Dickens’ tale and uproarious song parodies of your favorite Broadway show tunes. Now in its 5th season, this is a can’t miss way to ensure a merry holiday season with infectious hilarity.

NATIONAL THEATER 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20004 202-628-6161 www.thenationaldc.com

December 2-7

Donny & Marie: Christmas at the National In the holiday tradition of the “Osmond Family Christmas” television specials, the legendary Donny and Marie invite families to celebrate the spirit of the season with them in true Osmond fashion. With a dash of Christmas spirit and their trademark show-stopping production numbers, this

A Christmas Carol

December 4-28

The Washington Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” A holiday must-see! Septime Webre’s one-of-a-kind Nutcracker, set in 1882 Georgetown, stars George Washington as the heroic Nutcracker, King George III as the villainous Rat King, and features Anacostia Indians, frontiersmen, and many other all-American delights.

Glorious music, swirling snowflakes, magnificent sets and costumes have made this Nutcracker a DC tradition with raves from critics and sold-out crowds. And for its 10th anniversary year, audiences can expect some special surprises as they discover, rediscover, and celebrate this allAmerican Nutcracker production!

By Friedrich Schiller In a new version by Peter Oswald

JAN 27 - MAR 8, 2015 ENGLAND’S MOST STORIED RIVALRY Featuring Kate Eastwood Norris & Holly Twyford Photo by James Kegley

KEEGAN THEATRE

202.544.7077

folger.edu/theatre

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ATTRACTIONS 2014 GUIDE

Virginia AIR FORCE MEMORIAL

This memorial honors the millions of patriotic men and women who have served and 54,000 who have died while in the U.S. Air Force. Located off Columbia Pike near VA-244, the memorial overlooks the Pentagon and all of Washington, D.C. Features three stainless steel spires that soar skyward evoking flight and the flying spirit.

Metro: Pentagon Metro Station (Blue/Yellow lines) Memorial is within walking distance One Air Force Memorial Drive Arlington, VA 22204 (703) 979-0674 Open: Daily. Admission: Free www.airforcememorial.org

Arlington National Cemetery

ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY

Situated on 612 acres, the cemetery is a resting place of nearly a quarter-million military veterans and dignitaries. An eternal flame flickers at the grave of John F. Kennedy. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis and two of the couple’s children are also buried there. Also view the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, attended 24 hours a day by members of the 3rd U.S. Infantry. Entrance at west-side of Memorial Bridge.

Self-guided or paid shuttle tour available. Parking lot.

Free Visitors Center - closes an hour after the Cemetery.

Metro: Arlington Cemetery Station (Blue Line) Arlington National Cemetery 1 Memorial Dr. Arlington, VA 22211 Arlington, VA 22211, (877) 907-8585 Open: Daily, 8AM-7PM (5PM October- March).

Admission: Free (Ticketed trolley tour is available; see price and special activities on website www.Arlingtoncemetery.mil

CARLYLE HOUSE

A Georgian Palladian manor house built in 1753

by Scottish merchant and Alexandria city founder John Carlyle. Here, five royal governors and General Braddock met to discuss funding the French and Indian War. Metro: King Street Station (Take Trolley 11:30AM-10:15PM) 121 N. Fairfax St. Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 549-2997 Open: Tues. – Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. Noon-4 p.m. (see website for special events and activities).

Admission: Adults $5, Child (5-12) $3 www.carlylehouse.org

DEA (Drug Enforcement Administration) MUSEUM AND VISITORS CENTER

Since 2001, this interactive museum traces the impact of drugs on American society and the efforts of Federal law enforcement to educate the public and to combat this problem.

Metro: Pentagon City (Blue/Yellow lines) 700 Army Navy Dr., Arlington, VA 22202 (202) 307-3463 Open: Tuesday – Friday: 10AM-4PM Admission: Free www.deamuseum.org

GADSBY’S TAVERN MUSEUM

The building was named for its 1796-1808 operator, Englishman John Gadsby. The Museum consists of two buildings, the 1785 Georgian tavern and the 1792 City Hotel that have been authentically restored to their 18th century appearance. George Washington, John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison and the Marquis de Lafayette all tipped a few here in Old Town Alexandria. Now it’s a museum with regular guided tours.

Metro: King Street Station (Yellow/Blue lines).

Take King Street Trolley 11:30AM-10:15PM or taxi 134 N. Royal St., Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 746-4242 Open: April – Oct., Sun. and Mon. 1-5PM, Tues. – Sat. 10AM-5 PM; Nov. – March, Wed. – Sat. 11AM-4PM, Sun. 1-4PM. Admission: Adults $5, Child (5-12) $3 www.gadsbystavern.org

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Ford’s Theatre Museum

GEORGE WASHINGTON MASONIC MEMORIAL

Modeled after one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Pharaoh’s Lighthouse in Alexandria, the Masonic Temple is visible from the Potomac and surrounding areas. The memorial displays a magnificent 17-ft. bronze statue of George Washington and an outstanding collection of Washington artifacts. Daily 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Metro: King Street Station (Blue/Yellow lines) Parking lot at memorial 101 Callahan Drive Alexandria, VA 22301 (703) 683-2007 Open: Daily, Apr. 1 – Sept. 30, Mon – Sat., 9AM-4PM, Sun. 12PM-4PM; Oct. 1 – Mar. 31, Mon. – Sat. 10AM-4PM, Sun. 12PM-4PM. Admission: $5.00 for those 13+ for the First and Second Floor exhibits. For Guided Tours, including tower and observation deck - $8.00. See website for tour times. www.gwmemorial.org

GEORGE WASHINGTON’S DISTILLERY & GRISTMILL

Costumed distillers demonstrate the distillation process in the two-story building, which also features a storage cellar, office, and two bedrooms where the site manager and assistant would have lived. On the second floor can be seen a History Channel video called “George Washington’s Liquid Gold” and a museum exhibit, “Spirits of Independence: George Washington and the Beginnings of the American Whiskey Industry,” which tells the story of whiskey at Mount Vernon and its history in America. George Washington’s Distillery & Gristmill is $4 for adults, $2 for children ages 6-11, and free for children 5 and under. When combined with admission to Mount Vernon, tickets are $2 for adults, $1.50 for children ages 6-11, and free for children 5 and under.

Metro: Huntington Station (Yellow Line) - Located just three miles south of Mount Vernon.

Open: Daily, March 31 – October 31, 10AM-5PM, open through October. Admission: $4 for adults, $2 for children ages 6-11, and free for children 5 and under. Special pricing when combined with admission to Mount Vernon.

George Washington Masonic Memorial

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS Mount Vernon

GEORGE WASHINGTON’S MOUNT VERNON ESTATE AND GARDEN

The riverside estate of George Washington is an American landmark of the life of America’s first President, George Washington. It includes the Ford Orientation Center and Donald W. Reynolds museum and Education Center, new facilities with 25 galleries and theaters, and more than 700 artifacts, and interactive displays that introduce visitors to the real George Washington. The most famous dentures in the world are on permanent display, along with three life-size models of Washington created from a forensic investigation. An action adventure movie, video presentations produced by the History Channel, and an “immersive” Revolutionary War experience with falling snow, rumble seats, and fog all help tell Washington’s life story. The historic area features the restored Mansion, original outbuildings, the tomb where the Washington’s are buried, beautiful gardens, and heritage breed animals who work at a four acre farm site near the river. See website for Estate admission.

Metro: Huntington Station (Yellow Line) Take taxi or bus 3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Highway Mount Vernon, VA 22309 (703) 780-2000 Open: Daily, Mar. 31 – Aug. 8AM-5PM; Mar., Sept., Oct. 9AM-5PM and Nov. through Feb. 9AM-4PM. Admission: $18/adults, $9/children (6-11), 5 and under are free. Guests can save one dollar by purchasing admission in advance at the ticket window. (See website for group prices) www.mountvernon.org

HISTORIC BLENHEIM & CIVIL WAR INTERPRETIVE CENTER

See Fairfax’s newest Civil War site, recently opened to the public, featuring 12 beautiful acres and the famous Blenheim House with more than 115 Union soldier inscriptions still left intact in the attic; some of the best preserved graffiti from the Civil War. A new 4,000-square-foot Civil War Interpretive Center includes an illustrated timeline of Fairfax’s role in the Civil War. Metro: N/A 3610 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030 (703) 591-0560 Open: 10am to 3pm, Tuesday through Saturday. Guided Tours at 1 pm Tuesday through Saturday. Closed Sundays, Mondays. FREE. www.visitfairfax.com

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Udvar-Hazy Center

IWO JIMA MEMORIAL (U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial)

The monumental bronze sculpture masterfully captures Joseph Rosenthall’s Pulitzer Prize winning World War II photo of five Marines and a Navy corpsman raising the U.S. flag on Mount Suribachi’s summit.

Metro: Arlington Cemetery (Orange/Blue Line) Arlington Blvd. On Route 50 near Arlington National Cemetery Arlington, VA 22211 Free Street Parking (703) 289-2500 Open: 7 a.m.-dusk daily www.nps.gov/gwmp/marinecorpswarmemorial.htm

THE LYCEUM: ALEXANDRIA’S HISTORY MUSEUM

Once used as a Civil War hospital, the Lyceum tells the story of Alexandria, once one of the busiest ports in America. Archaeological finds, old photography, maps, original artworks and a wide variety of historic artifacts provide the visitor with a picture of the City’s past. In 1985 The Lyceum became the History Museum for Alexandria, VA. Metro: King Street Station (Blue/Yellow lines) King Street Trolley from 11:30AM-10:15PM 201 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314 (703) 746-4994 Open: Mon. – Sat. 10AM-5PM and Sun. 1-5PM. Admission: $2.00/person www.alexandriahistory.org

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE MARINE CORPS

Experience American history through the eyes of Marines. Interactive and immersive experiences allow guests to witness and feel the rigidity of boot camp and the force of drill instructors. To edge through a stand of trees at Belleau Wood and come up behind a German machine gunners’ position.

Travel along the frozen TokTong pass in Korea amidst enemy troops, and disembark a helicopter into the landing zone atop Hill 881 South in Vietnam.

Welcoming over 3 million visitors since its opening in 2006, the National Museum and Marine Corps Heritage Center includes Semper Fidelis Memorial Park and Chapel that sits amid natural woodlands and has landscaped pathways with impressive views of the Museum.

Metro: N/A (Take I-95 to the Marine Corps Base Quantico exit #150) 18900 Jefferson Davis Highway, Triangle, VA 22172 1 (877) 635-1775 Open: Daily, 9AM-5PM. Closed December 25.

Admission & Parking: Free. www.usmcmuseum.com

SMITHSONIAN NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM STEVEN F. UDVAR-HAZY CENTER

Combined with the National Air and Space Museum on the National Mall in DC, this is the largest and most prestigious air and space museum complex in the world. Visitors can view nearly the entire collection of air and spacecraft memorabilia the Smithsonian has to offer. An open space with 10-story arched trusses and with a network of walkways and displays on the floor. Visit the Boeing Aviation Hangar, the James S. McDowell Hanger with the newest addition of the Space Shuttle Discovery, The Donald D. Engen Observatory and the Airbus IMAX Theater. Among them will be such icons as the Space Shuttle Enterprise, a Lockheed SR71 Blackbird reconnaissance airplane, the Enola Gay and much more.

Metro: NA (South of the main terminal at Washington Dulles International Airport, Chantilly) 14390 Air and Space Museum Parkway Chantilly, VA 20151 (703) 572-4118 Open: Daily, 10AM-6:30PM through September 3, 2012; then 10AM-5:30PM (Closed December 25 - see website for early event closures). Admission: Free www.airandspace.si.edu/museum/udvarhazy

THEODORE ROOSEVELT ISLAND

Accessible by wooden footbridge just off the George Washington Memorial Parkway, Theodore Roosevelt Island is an oasis of calm in the city. It is a 91-acre wilderness preserve that serves as a memorial to the nation’s 26th president, honoring his contributions to conservation of public lands for forests, national parks, wildlife and bird refuges, and monuments. Theodore Roosevelt Island has 2 1/2 miles of foot trails where you can observe a variety of flora and fauna. A 17-foot bronze statue of Roosevelt stands in the center of the island.

CORCORAN GALLERY OF ART

The Corcoran Gallery of Art, America’s first dedicated art museum, was founded in 1869 by William Corcoran and stands as a major center of American art known internationally for its distinguished collection of historical and modern art as well as contemporary art, photography, European painting, sculpture, and decorative art.

Metro: Farragut West Station or Farragut North Station (Orange/Blue/Red lines).

500 17th Street NW, Washington, DC 20006 (between E St. and New York Ave. one block from the White House) (202) 639-1700 or for tickets 1 (800) 745-3000 Open: Thurs., Fri., Sat., Sun., 10AM-5 PM; Wed., 10AM-9 PM. Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Admission: Adults $10; Seniors (62+)/Students w/ valid ID $8; Children under 12 years of age are free; Members enjoy free admission year-round. www.corcoran.org

CRIME MUSEUM Metro: Rosslyn Station (Blue/Orange Lines) The Island is located at GW Memorial Parkway, just north of the Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Bridge. It’s accessible by car only from the northbound parkway.)

Southbound traffic: Take Theodore Roosevelt Bridge to Constitution Ave. Take a right on 23rd St and cross the Memorial Bridge. Once on the bridge, return to the George Washington Parkway.

Open: Daily, 6AM-10PM. Free (Limited parking) Admission: Free www.nps.gov/this

Washington D.C. BASILICA OF THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF IMMACULATE CONCEPTION

The largest U.S. Roman Catholic Church/Shrine containing the largest collection of contemporary Christian art in the U.S. This ByzantineRomanesque style church is one of the ten largest churches in the world with 70 chapels.

Metro: Brookland -CUA (Red line) 400 Michigan Ave. NE, Washington, DC 20017 (202) 526-8300 Open: Daily, April 1 – October 31, 7AM-7PM and November 1 – March 31, 7AM - 6PM www.nationalshrine.com

This interactive and simulated situation museum in Penn Quarter dissects both the concept of crime and the dark side of the criminal mind. It explores the techniques used by law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute. Enter a crime scene to solve a case in a real crime scene lab. Drive in a police academy training pursuit. Check out an authentic electric chair, gas chamber and jail cell.

The John Walsh “America’s Most Wanted” actual stage set is located in the museum.

Metro: Gallery Place/Chinatown Station (Yellow/Green/Red lines) Exit Arena- Street parking and garages nearby 575 7th St., NW Washington, DC 20004 (202) 393-1099 Open: March 18th – August 24th

Monday – Thursday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM Last Entry at 6:00 PM Friday – Saturday 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM Last Entry at 7:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Last Entry at 6:00 PM

August 25th – March 17th Sunday – Thursday Friday – Saturday

DUMBARTON HOUSE

Visit this Federal period historic house museum, ca. 1800. The historic structure and collection of Federal-era decorative arts, paintings and furniture are preserved to educate the public about life in Washington, DC during the early years of the Republic. The life and times of Dumbarton House’s first resident, Joseph Nourse (1804-1813), are the interpretive focus; Nourse served as first Register of the U.S. Treasury through six U.S. presidencies and is known as “America’s First Civil Servant.” Dumbarton House is accredited by the American Association of Museums. The Dumbarton House is the headquarters for The Society of The Colonial Dames of America.

Metro: Dupont Circle Station (Red Line - Exit Q St. N; walk six blocks or take D-2/D-6 bus) 2715 Q St., NW, Washington, DC 20007 (Georgetown) (202) 337-2288 Open: Tue – Sun 11am-3pm year-round (last museum entry 2:45 pm). Admission: Adults $5 www.DumbartonHouse.org

FOLGER SHAKESPEARE THEATRE-LIBRARY

This is the home of the world’s largest and finest collection of Shakespearean materials and Renaissance books, manuscripts and works of art.

The Folger Shakespeare’s Library captures the Bard of Avon, his times, and his legacy through changing exhibitions and the permanent Shakespeare Gallery.

The landmark building includes a replica of the Globe Theatre. It was a gift to the nation donated by Mr. and Mrs. Henry Clay Folger in 1932.

Metro: Capitol South Station (Blue/Orange lines - 4 blocks) Union Station Station (Red lines - 6 blocks) 201 East Capitol Street, SE, Washington, DC 20003 (202) 544-4600 or Box Office for tickets (202) 544-7077 Open: Open Mon.-Sat., 10AM - 5PM, Sun. 12- 5 PM. Closed Oct. 1-12 (installation of exhibit) Nov. 22 and Dec. 25. Admission: Free. Group tours arranged by calling (202) 675-0395; www.folger.edu

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM Last Entry at 6:00 PM 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM Last Entry at 7:00 PM

Pricing: Adults ($21.95); Seniors, Military & Police ($19.95); Children over age 5 ($14.95). Last ticket sold an hour prior to close (check website for event closures). www.crimemuseum.org

Hirschhorn Museum

BUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING

August 29, 2012 marks the 150th Anniversary of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. See millions of dollars printed during your tour of the BEP. The 40 minute tours are free but tickets are required during peak season (first Monday in March through the last Friday in August). There is an introductory film and gallery tour of the production process.

Metro: Smithsonian Metro Station (Blue/Orange lines) 14th & C Sts, SW, Washington, DC (202) 874-2330 or 1 (866) 874-2330 Open: Tours are: Mon. – Fri. 9AM (every 15 min.) - 6PM (April - August). Mon – Friday 9AM (and every 15 min.) - 3:30 pm The ticket booth on Raoul Wallenberg Place (formerly 15th Street) is open at 8 AM Monday through Friday, with the exception of Federal holidays, from 8:00 AM until all tickets are distributed. www.moneyfactory.gov

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS FORD’S THEATRE MUSEUM

FDR Memorial

The newly renovated museum transports visitors to 19th-century Washington, tracing Lincoln’s presidency from his arrival to his assassination using environmental re-creations, videos and threedimensional figures and a remarkable collection of historic artifacts. The theatre is a working historical theatre, historical monument, world-class museum and educational center. Ford’s Theatre celebrates the legacy of our nation’s 16th President and explores the American experience through theatre and education.

It is the best place to explore and celebrate Lincoln’s ideals, leadership principles; courage, integrity, tolerance, equality and creative expression.

Metro: Metro Center Station (Red/Blue/Orange lines) – Exit G and 11th Streets (Street parking and garage parking).

511 10th St., NW, Washington, DC 20004 (202) 347-4833 Open Daily: Theatre 9AM-5PM. The box office will stay open until 8pm when there is an evening performance.

Petersen House and Education Center 9AM-5:30 PM. Closed Nov. 22 and Dec. 25. Admission: Free; but you must have a ticket that may be reserved online (www. ticketmaster.com or (800) 982-2787 – processing fee $2.50/person) or at the Ford’s Theatre box office. www.fords.org

FRANKLIN D. ROOSEVELT MEMORIAL

7.5 acre river-front park with waterfalls and a monumental bronze sculpture of the president seated in his wheelchair with his beloved Scottie, Fala. Site near the Jefferson Memorial and designed especially for wheelchairs.

Metro: Smithsonian Metro Station (Orange/Blue lines) Ohio Drive Bordered by the Tidal Basin and the Potomac

River S.E., Washington, D.C., (202) 426-6841 Open: Daily except Dec. 25.

Admission: Free www.npr.gov/fdrm

FREER GALLERY OF ART ARTHUR M. SACKLER GALLERY

The galleries house a world-renowned collection of 6,000 Asian art objects. The artists are from

China, Japan, Korea, South and Southeast Asia.

Metro: Smithsonian Metro Station (Orange/Blue lines) FREER – Jefferson Drive at 12th St., SW Washington, DC 20013 SACKLER – 1050 Independence Ave., SW Washington, DC 20013 (202) 633-1000 Open: Daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Closed on Dec. 25th) Admission: Free. Limited street parking. www.asia.si.edu

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HILLWOOD ESTATE MUSEUM AND GARDEN

Marjorie Merriweather Post bought Hillwood in 1955 and soon decided her home would be a museum that would inspire and educate the public. Her northwest Washington, D.C. estate endowed the country with the most comprehensive collection of Russian imperial art outside of Russia, a distinguished 18th-century French decorative art collection, and twenty-five acres of serene landscaped gardens and natural woodlands for all to enjoy. Opened as a public institution in 1977, today Hillwood’s allure stems from the equally fascinating parts that make up the whole. From the captivating life of Marjorie Post to the exquisitely maintained Mansion and Gardens, the experience of Hillwood outshines even the Fabergé Eggs.

4155 Linnean Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20008 (202) 686-5807 www.hillwoodmuseum.org

HIRSHHORN MUSEUM

One of the “big five” modern art museums in the United States, the Hirshhorn Museum boasts an excellent collection of art from the Post-WW2 period.

It has a strong emphasis on art created in the last 50 years. The building itself is also an attraction, with a unique design that is unlike anything else in the city.

700 Independence Ave SW Washington, DC 20560 (202) 633-1000 Open: Daily, except December 25th Hours: Museum: 10–5:30; Plaza: 7:30–5:30; Garden: 7:30–DUSK www.hirshhorn.si.edu

Prices: Adults $10, Students w/ID, Seniors, Military $7, Children & members free www.kreegermuseum.org

KOREAN WAR VETERANS MEMORIAL

Built by the Korean War Veterans Memorial Advisory at a cost of $18 million in donated funds, this memorial, located on a 2.2 acre site adjacent to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, features a sculptured column of 19-foot soldiers arrayed for combat with the American flag as their symbolic objective. A 164foot mural wall is inscribed with the words, “Freedom is Not Free” and is etched with 2500 photographic images of nurses, chaplains, crew chiefs, mechanics, and other support personnel to symbolize the vast effort that sustained the military operation.

Metro: Foggy Bottom Station or Smithsonian Station both (Blue/Orange lines) Daniel French Dr., Washington, D.C. South of the Reflecting Pool (202) 426-6841 Open: The memorial is now open 24 hours a day.

Admission: Free www.nps.gov/kwvm

LIBRARY OF CONGRESS

The world’s largest library with Thomas Jefferson’s own collection and currently housing over 20 million books. Visit the three buildings that have scheduled tours and enjoy free exhibits, concerts and films.

Explore the Jefferson Building, know for its impressive 19th century architechture. Don’t miss the Gutenberg Bible.

Metro: Capitol South Metro (Blue/Orange lines) 10 First Street, SE, Washington, DC 20540

(202) 707-8000 Open: Mon. – Sat. 8AM-5:30 PM Admission: Free

LINCOLN MEMORIAL

“In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever.” Beneath these words, the 16th President of the United States-the Great Emancipator and preserver of the nation during the Civil War-sits immortalized in marble. As an enduring symbol of freedom, the Lincoln Memorial attracts anyone who seeks inspiration and hope.

2 Lincoln Memorial Circle, NW Washington, DC 20037 (202) 426-6841 OPEN: The public may visit the Lincoln Memorial 24 hours a day. However Rangers are on duty to answer questions from 9:30 A.M. to 11:30 P.M. daily and to provide interpretive programs every hour on the hour from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m. www.nps.gov/linc/index.htm

MARIAN KOSHLAND SCIENCE MUSEUM

The museum uses engaging interactive exhibits to bring to life the numerous reports conducted by the prestigious National Academies every year.

Metro: Verizon Center Station (Green/Red/Yellow lines) Judiciary Square Station (Red line) 6th and E Sts., NW, Washington, DC (202) 334-1201 Open: Daily (except Tues.) 10AM-6PM (last ticket sold at 5PM) Closed: Tuesdays and Jan. 1, Nov.22 and Dec. 25.

Admission: Adults $7; Seniors/Military/Students/Children $4 www.koshland-dc.org

INTERNATIONAL SPY MUSEUM

This is the nation’s first public institution dedicated solely to espionage, shedding light on an all-but-invisible profession. The Museum maintains the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever placed on public display. Visitors are invited to test their espionage skills throughout the museum. Take on the role of a spy experiencing memorizing specific details and see if you can keep your “cover.”

Metro: Gallery Place Metro Station (Yellow/Red/Green lines) Exit Galleries - 9th and G Streets NW 800 F St., NW, Washington, DC 20004 (202) 393-7798, (866) 779-6873 Open: May through Sept. 2, 9AM-7PM; Sept. 3 – Nov. 21, 10AM-6PM. Closed Nov. 22, Dec. 25th (see website for seasonal holiday hours). For Admission: (Adult ages 12-64) $21.95; (Senior ages 65+, Military/Intelligence Community) $15.95; Child ages 5-11) $14.95; Children age 6 & under free. Parking: meters and lots. www.spymuseum.org

KREEGER MUSEUM

The Kreeger Museum is a private, non-profit art museum located in the former residence of David and Carmen Kreeger. It showcases the Kreeger’s permanent collection of 19th and 20th century paintings and sculptures. Highlights include works by Monet, Van Gogh, Picasso, Renoir, Cezanne, Chagall, Rodin, Miro, Moore, Kandinsky and various local artists.

Metro: Tenleytown – AU Station (Red Line) exit Wisconsin Ave for taxi or 45 minute walk.

2401 Foxhall Road, NW, Washington DC 20007 (202) 338-3552 Open: Tues-Fri reservations are required for a guided tour given at 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

THE BOOMER LIST

PHOTOGRAPHS BY TIMOTHY GREENFIELD-SANDERS AARP is the exclusive sponsor of “The Boomer List” exhibit at the Newseum.

Now through July 5, 2015 See acclaimed photographer Timothy Greenfield-Sanders’ large-scale portraits of some of the most fascinating baby boomers, as the youngest members of that influential generation turn 50.

NEWSEUM.ORG 555 PENNSYLVANIA AVE., N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C. TripAdvisor’s 2014 Top 10 Travelers’ Choice Museums in the U.S.

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS just four blocks from the National Mall, the Museum occupies a magnificent building with a soaring Great Hall, colossal 75-foot-tall Corinthian columns, and a 1,200-foot terra cotta frieze.

401 F Street, NW Washington, DC 20001 (202)272-2448 Admission: Adults: $8; Youths (3-17yrs), Students w/ID & Seniors (65+): $5 www.nbm.org

NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

National Air and Space Museum

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. NATIONAL MEMORIAL

This newly dedicated memorial honors Dr. King’s legacy of national and international contributions to world peace through non-violent social change. As the first monument on the National Mall to honor a man of color – and only the fourth to honor a nonpresident - its location on the Tidal Basin creates a visual and historical continuity between the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials and is designed to be an engaging visitor experience tied to other landscapes and monuments, not as a single object or memorial dominating the site. The composition of the memorial utilizes natural landscape elements - including water, stone, and trees - to powerfully convey four fundamental and recurring themes throughout Dr. King’s message: justice, democracy, hope and love. A 450-foot inscription wall features more than a dozen King quotes engraved into granite which serve as a lasting testament and reminder of Dr. King’s humanitarian vision. The memorial includes the “Mountain of Despair” and the “Stone of Hope,” and features a 30-foot sculpture of Dr. King.

Metro: Smithsonian and Foggy Bottom (Closest stations and then walk) Entrances to the Memorial site are located at Independence Avenue, SW, west of West Basin Drive; Independence Avenue, SW, at Daniel French Drive; Ohio Drive, SW, south of the Ericsson Statue; and Ohio Drive, SW, at West Basin Drive. Parking is extremely limited in the area, with public transportation suggested as the best way to reach the memorial.

Open: Daily www.nps.gov/mlkm; www.mlkmemorial.org

NATIONAL AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM

The winner and still champion! That’s right – DC (not Paris or Rome) is home to “The World’s Most Visited Museum.” You’ll see why when you spend the day watching the history of aviation unfold starting with the Wright Brothers’ 1903 Flyer and Lindbergh’s Spirit of St. Louis through

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the advances into space and the Apollo 11 lunar command module (just to name a few).

Also worthy of note is the Lockheed Martin IMAX Theater (admission), Flight Simulators (admission) and the Albert Einstein Planetarium (admission).

Metro: L’Enfant Plaza Station (Blue/Green/Orange/Yellow lines). Very limited 2 hour meter street parking.

6th St. and Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20560, (202) 357-2700, (202) 633-2214 Open: Mar. 17 – Sept. 3, 10AM-7:30 PM; Sept. 4 – Mar.16, 10AM-5PM. Closed December 25. See website for early closures. Admission: Free, www:nasm.si.edu

NATIONAL ARCHIVES

No trip to DC is complete without viewing our country’s founding documents including the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. Tour the Public Vaults exhibits that take you on a journey through time and the changing technology of records.

From George Washington’s handwritten letters to Abraham Lincoln’s wartime telegrams, most of the textual records in the Record of America are originals and will change from year to year. Could be called the nation’s “attic” Metro: Archives-Navy Memorial-Penn Quarter.

Constitution Ave. NW (between 7th & 9th Sts.) Washington, DC 20408 (202) 357-5000 OPEN: Hours: Spring and Summer (March 15 - Labor Day) 10 A.M. - 7 P.M. Fall and Winter (Day after Labor Day - March 14) 10 A.M. - 5:30 P.M. Admission: Free www.archives.gov/nae

NATIONAL BUILDING MUSEUM

The National Building Museum is America’s leading cultural institution devoted to the history and impact of the built environment. We do this by telling the stories of architecture, engineering, and design. As one of the most family-friendly, awe-inspiring spots in Washington, D.C., we welcome visitors from around the world to our exhibitions, public programs, and festivals. Located

The National Children’s Museum (NCM) is a nationally recognized cultural and educational institution serving children and families onsite and through national partners and programs. The Museum’s exhibits and innovative educational programs spark the imagination and celebrate the true power of children, motivating them to become people who make a difference in the world.

Designated by the United States Congress in 2003 as the only national museum focused on children, NCM houses exhibits and programs that honor kids’ voices and reflect themes that speak to them as they learn about and engage with the world around them.

The Museum’s spaces and activities focus on six core content areas: The Arts, Civic Engagement, The Environment, Global Citizenship, Health And Well Being, Play 151 St. George Boulevard National Harbor, MD 20745 (301) 392-2400 www.ncm.museum

NATIONAL GALLERY OF ART

The beautifully designed multi-building museum houses the nation’s most complete permanent collection of American and European art as well as captivating special exhibits.

Metro: Judiciary Square Station (red line), Archives Station (Yellow/Green lines), and Smithsonian Station (blue/orange lines) 6th and Constitution Ave, NW, Washington, DC 20565 (202) 737-4215 Open: Mon.-Sat. 10 AM-5 PM.; Sun. 11AM.-6 PM. Closed Jan.1 and Dec. 25 Admission: Free - Limited Street Parking www.nga.gov

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC MUSEUM

Located at National Geographic’s DC headquarters, past and current expeditions, adventures and scientific research come to life. Enjoy a wide variety of changing and permanent displays reflecting the richness and diversity of the world.

Metro: Farragut North and West (202) 857-7588 www.nationalgeographic.com/museum

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN ART

See how people from Africa transform religious beliefs and cultural ideals into various art forms.

Daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Closed December 25th.

Free. Limited street parking.

Metro: Smithsonian (Orange/Blue lines) 950 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20560 (202) 633-4600 Africa.si.edu

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN

This architectural masterpiece took seven years to build and cost over $219 million. The museum opened to the public in 2004 and has attracted millions of people interested in learning about the languages, culture, history and art of Native Americans. It is the first national museum in the country dedicated exclusively to Native Americans.

The five-story, 250,000-square-foot curvilinear building is clad in a golden-colored Kasota limestone designed to evoke natural rock formations shaped by wind and water over thousands of years.

Metro: L’Enfant Plaza (Blue/Orange/Green/Yellow lines) Exit Maryland Ave/Smithsonian Museum 4th & Independence Avenue SW Washington, DC 20560 (between the National Air & Space Museum and the U.S. Capitol Building. (202) 633-1000 Open: Daily 10AM–5:30PM; closed December 25. Free www.nmai.si.edu

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY

Explore major themes in American history and culture, from the War of Independence to the present day. This is the museum that houses Archie Bunker’s chair, Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers, Seinfeld’s “puffy shirt”, Abraham Lincoln’s top hat, Dizzy Gillespie’s angled trumpet and the First Ladies’ dress collection. Recent renovations added a new visitor’s center and a state-of-the-art display gallery for the original Star-Spangled Banner. Don’t miss “The Price of Freedom” exhibit.

Metro: Federal Triangle (Blue and Orange Lines) or Smithsonian, 14th Street at Constitution Avenue Washington, DC, (202) 633-1000 Open: Daily 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (Closed Dec. 25) Free. www.americanhistory.si.edu

NATIONAL MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY

Everyone in the family is sure to find something amazing while exploring the largest, most comprehensive natural history collection in the world. Kids’ favorites include the Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton in the dinosaur exhibit, the live interaction with over 65 species of arthropods at the Insect Zoo and the new live butterfly house. Moms won’t want to miss the National Gem Collection which houses the world-famous Hope Diamond. The national Fossil Hall is now closed for renovations until 2019 Metro: Smithsonian Station (Blue and Orange lines) 1000 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004 (202) 633-1000 Open: 10AM-5:30PM (Open some holidays until 7:30PM - Check website. Closed Dec. 25) Free www.mnh.si.edu

NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY

The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery tells the history of America through individuals who have shaped its culture.

Through the visual arts, performing arts and new media, the Portrait Gallery portrays poets and presidents, visionaries and villains, actors and activists whose lives tell the American story.

Metro: Gallery Place, Chinatown - Exit Galleries (Red, Yellow and Green lines) Eighth and F Streets, NW, Washington, DC 20001 (202) 633-1000 Open: Daily 11:30AM-7PM (Closed Dec. 25), Free www.npg.si.edu

NATIONAL POSTAL MUSEUM

The museum explores America’s postal history from colonial times to the present. Visitors learn how mail has been transported, emphasize the importance of letters, and spotlight the creation and wondrous diversity of postage stamps. The collection contains prestigious U. S. and international postal issues and specialized collections, archival postal documents and threedimensional objects that trace the evolution of the postal services. A Smithsonian Institution, the museum is located conveniently in the old Post Office building next to Union Station.

National Archives

METRO: Red Line to Union Station 2 Massachusetts Ave., NE, Washington, D.C. 20001 (202) 633-5555 OPEN: Seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., except December 25. Admission is free. www.postalmuseum.si.edu

NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MEMORIAL

Located poignantly between the Reflecting Pool and the Washington Monument this memorial is dedicated to the 16 million who served in World War II. Two 43-ft. arches to the north and south represent the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. The 56 pillars represent the U.S. States, territories, and D.C. at the time of the war. Freedom Walk has a field of 4,000 sculptured gold starts, each representing the death of 100 Americans in the war (400,000). Dedicated on May 29, 2004.

Metro: Smithsonian Metro, (Blue/Orange lines) 17th St. between Constitution Ave. and Independence Ave. NW, Washington, DC (800) 639-4992 Open: Daily - Free. www.wwiimemorial.com

NEWSEUM

The Newseum is a dazzling, high-tech roller coaster ride through 500 years of headline history, featuring dozens of galleries, theaters and interactive exhibits that bring you face to face with the greatest events of our time. Stand in the shadow of the Unabomber’s cabin, touch the Berlin Wall and hear never-told stories from the journalists and photographers who have stood on the front lines of history. Main galleries explore electronic news, photojournalism, new history and world news.

Unique artifacts, powerful photography and moving images invite you to remember, relive and share moments that changed our lives. The Newseum, in partnership with Hewlett-Packard, just opened a 2,500-square-foot HP New Media Gallery which will give visitors a chance to step into a threedimensional social network. The gallery features five groundbreaking interactive experiences and two video presentations that illustrate the evolution and progression of global media.

Metro: Archives/Navy of MemorialPenn Quarter (Yellow and Green Lines), Smithsonian (Blue and Orange Lines) or Gallery Place-Chinatown 555 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20001 (888) 639-7386 Open: Daily 9 AM – 5 PM

(Closed on Thanksgiving, December 25, January 1) Admission: Adults (19 to 64) $22.95 +tax, Seniors (65 and up) $18.95 +tax, Youth (7 to 18) $13.95 +tax, Children 6 and younger free. www.newseum.org

THE PHILLIPS COLLECTION

The Phillips Collection, America’s first museum of modern art, opened in 1921 in the home of Duncan Phillips (1866-1966). The museum, internationally recognized for the incredible collection, includes nearly 3,000 works by American and European artists—among them, Degas, Cézanne, Gauguin, van Gogh, Bonnard, Matisse, Picasso, Braque, Klee, Homer, Whistler, Hopper, Stieglitz, O’Keeffe, Calder, Rothko, and many others. Discover for yourself this international treasure and one of Washington, DC’s best-loved museums. Some special exhibits offer audio tours. Limited street parking.

Metro: DuPont Circle (Red line) 1600 21st St., NW, Washington, DC 20009 (202) 387-2151 Open: Tues.-Sat. 10 AM -5 PM.; Thurs. open to 8:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 AM - to 6PM; Closed Federal Holidays. Price Info: 18 and under free admission.

Admission: Ticketed exhibitions: Adults $12, Students and visitors 62 and over $10. Saturday and Sunday when no ticketed exhibition is on view, adults $10, students/visitors 62 and over $8. www.phillipscollection.org

MADAME TUSSAUDS OF WASHINGTON, D.C.

Take a remarkable interactive, chronological journey through U.S. history. Featuring life-sized wax figures of all the U.S. Presidents from George Washington to Barack Obama, guests will explore the 44 presidencies.

Some new interactive experiences include: crossing the Delaware River with George Washington, sitting with Franklin D. Roosevelt for a fireside chat, walking on the moon with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, braving the Underground Railway with Harriet Tubman and meeting the founder of the Girl Scouts – Juliette Gordon Low – as well as sports, pop and musical icons.

Metro: Red Line – exit Metro Center – 11th and G Streets NW; Yellow Line exit Galleries at 9th and G Streets NW - walk 2 blocks 1001 F Street NW, Washington, DC 20004 (202) 942-7300 Open: Fall-Winter Hours: Sun-Mon, 10AM-6PM; TuesThurs, 12PM-6PM; Fri-Sat; 10AM-6PM (last tickets sold at 6 PM) Admission: Adult 13 and up $21.50, Child 4 to 12 $17.00, 3 and under free, tickets are cheaper online. www.madametussadsdc.com

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MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS SMITHSONIAN AMERICAN ART MUSEUM

The Smithsonian American Art Museum captures the aspirations, character and imagination of the American people throughout three centuries. It is the home to one of the largest and most inclusive collections of American art in the world. American Art has the largest collection of New Deal art and the finest collections of contemporary craft, American impressionist paintings, and masterpieces from the Gilded Age. Metro: Gallery Place – Chinatown Station (Green/Red/Yellow lines) Exit Galleries 8th and F Streets NW, Washington, DC 20004 (202)633-7970/202-633-1000 Open: Daily 11:30AM - 7PM. Closed December 25 (check website for private event closings) Admission: Free www.americanart.si.edu

SMITHSONIAN NATIONAL ZOOLOGICAL PARK

The National Zoo is home to more than 2,000 animals of nearly 400 different species, including giant pandas, Asian elephants, tigers, lions, birds, reptiles and much more. The best known residents are the giant pandas, Tian Tian and Mei Xiang. The Zoo welcomes more than 2 million visitors a year, free of charge. Some popular highlights include seven lion cubs, born last fall; the Asia Trail exhibit, which includes red pandas, clouded leopards, fishing cats and otters; the invertebrate house, with an 11:00 a.m. daily octopus feeding; and Amazonia, the 15,000 square-foot rain forest habitat with Amazon river fish and dozens of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. A 163-acre urban oasis, the Zoo is located in Rock Creek Park. There are 30 animal demonstrations that take place every day. For the first time at the Reptile Discovery Center (opens at 10AM daily) impressed tortoises will be exhibited.

Metro: Woodley Park/Zoo/Adams Morgan Station (Red line) - 3 block walk or take L2/L3 bus. Or, Cleveland Park Station (Red Line) 3 block walk or take L1/L2 bus.

If driving parking maximum $22 per day.

3001 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20008 (202) 633-4888 Open: Daily. Grounds: Apr. – Oct. 6AM-8PM.; Nov. – Mar. 6AM-6PM. Exhibit Buildings: 10AM. Closed December 25. Admission: Free www.nationalzoo.si.edu

SUPREME COURT OF THE UNITED STATES

Walk the halls of our highest court and attend lectures every hour on the half hour. Mon.-Fri. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. when court is not in session.

Metro: Capitol South (Blue/Orange lines) 1 First St NE, Washington DC, 20543 (202) 479-3000 Open: Mon. – Fri. 9AM-4:30PM www.supremecourt.gov

THE TEXTILE MUSEUM

The museum is devoted to the handmade textile arts. It’s mission it to expand public knowledge and appreciation—locally, nationally, and internationally—of the artistic merits and cultural importance of the world’s textiles.

METRO: Dupont Circle- Q Street (Red Line) exit 2320 S Street, NW Washington, DC 20008 (202) 667-0441 Museum is closed and rescheduled to reopen late 2014 or early 2015. www.textilemuseum.org

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THOMAS JEFFERSON MEMORIAL

Vietnam Veterans Memorial is located north of the Lincoln Memorial, near the intersection of 22nd St. and Constitution Ave. NW. (202) 426-6841, (202) 634-1568 Open: Daily - Park ranger available - 8AM-12AM Admission: Free www.nps.gov/vive

Metro: Smithsonian Metro (Orange/Blue lines) 900 Ohio Dr, SW, Washington DC, 20242 (202) 426-6841 Open: Daily 8 AM-12AM

WASHINGTON MONUMENT

Beneath the marble rotunda, the 19-foot statue of the third U.S. president is surrounded by passages from the Declaration of Independence and other famous Jefferson writings.

UNITED STATES CAPITOL VISITOR CENTER

The Visitor Center, the new main entrance to the U.S. Capitol, is located beneath the East Front plaza of the Capitol, at First and East Capitol Streets. Guided tours of the U.S. Capitol begin at the Orientation Theaters on the lower level. In this 580,000 square foot addition to the historic building you’ll learn about the history, architecture and art of the U.S. Capitol as well as our unique legislative process.

Metro: Capitol South (Blue/Orange lines) East Capitol St. at First St., Room SVC-101 Washington, DC 20002 (East Plaza of the Capitol, between Constitution and Independence Avenues NE); (202) 226-8000 Open: Mon.-Sat. 8:30 AM-4:30PM (first tour at 8:50AM last tour at 3:20PM). Closed Jan.1, Inauguration Day, Nov. 22, Dec.25. Admission: Free Although admission is free passes are required for tours and visitors are required to go through a security screening. www.visitthecapitol.gov.

UNITED STATES BOTANIC GARDEN

The United States Botanic Garden, run by the Congress of the United States, is located on the U.S. Capitol Grounds campus near Garfield Circle. The building itself, which includes a large Lord & Burnham greenhouse, is divided into separate rooms, each one simulating a different habitat. The United States Botanic Garden traces its beginning to 1816, when the Columbian Institute for the Promotion of Arts and Sciences proposed the creation of a botanic garden to collect, grow, and distribute plants of this and other countries that might contribute to the welfare of the American people.

Metro: Federal Center SW Station (Blue/ Orange lines) Metro-buses: # 30, 32, 34, 35, and #36 stop at Independence & First Streets NE 100 Maryland Ave SW, Washington DC, 20001 (202) 225-8333, (202) 225-1116 (tours) Open: Daily Bartholdi Park - Dawn to Dusk; Conservatory 10AM-5PM; National Gardens 10AM-7PM May 28 - Sept. 3, then 10AM-5PM Admission: Free – Cell phone tours available www.usbg.gov

VIETNAM VETERANS MEMORIAL

The famous black granite wall, inscribed with the names of 58,209 American servicemen and women lost in Vietnam, serves as a venue for reconciliation between those opposed to this war and those that sacrificed their lives for it. The memorial consists of three distinct sections. “The Wall,” the three servicemen statue and flag pole, and the women in service to the Vietnam War statue.

Metro: Foggy Bottom Station (Blue/Orange lines) or Smithsonian Station (Blue/Orange lines)

Towering higher than any building in DC, the Washington Monument exemplifies the simplistic elegance and enduring presence of our first president. The Monument is the most prominent structure in DC and built to honor President George Washington. A long restoration was recently completed after and August 2011 earthquake created significant structural damage.

Metro: Smithsonian Station (Blue/Orange lines) 2 15th St. NW, Washington DC, 20024 (15th and Constitution Aves NW) (202) 426-6841, (800) 967-2283 Open: 9am to 5pm, last tour begins at 4:45pm, summer hours (memorial day to labor day) 9am to 10pm, last tour begins at 9:45pm. www.nps.gov/wamo

WHITE HOUSE/ WHITE HOUSE VISITOR CENTER If you want to tour the home of every U.S. president except George Washington, you must make a tour request (up to 6 months in advance) through your member of Congress (Senator or Representative).

If planning in advance isn’t you, then at least visit the White House Visitors Center. Located at the South East corner of 15th and # Street, NW, the Center includes exhibits on White House architecture and furnishings, first families, social and diplomacy events and a thirty-minute video.

The Center is newly reopened after undergoing a $12.6 renovation.

METRO: Farragut West, Federal Triangle or McPherson Square (Blue/Orange lines). Metro Center (Blue/Orange/ Red lines) White House: 1600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, 15th and 17th Sts. Washington, DC (202) 456-7041 – Recorded White House Line OPEN: White House-By Appointment Only Through Member of Congress Tues-Thurs 7:30 AM-11AM; Fri. 7:30 AM-12PM Sat 7:30 AM-1PM Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day Admission: Free Visitor Center: Located just west of the corner of 15th and E Streets NW (202) 208-1631 Daily 7:30-4:00PM Closed: New Year’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Admission: Free www.nps.gov/whhow

The White House

DINING The Price reflects the estimated price of a dinner for one with one drink and tip. Lunch usually costs 25% less.

$$ = $30 and under

$$$ = $31 to $50

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Dining GUIDE

Cuba Libre

Penn Quarter | Cuban | $$$ Taste the Old Havana with a menu inspired by the cuisines of various Latin regions and their expansive rum menu, with more than 75 premium varieties. Try one of their 15 mojitos, made with fresh sugar cane juice. Inside looks like a movie set with a streetscape of ornate carved wood replicated from vintage photographs.

801 Ninth St., NW (202) 408-1600 www.cubalibrerestaurant.com

District Chophouse & Brewery

Downtown | American | $$$

Washington, D.C. 701

Penn Quarter | American | $$$ Located just steps away from the White House, 701 is a modern American restaurant with exquisite food framed by an elegant decor. Try their popular pre-theater prix-fixe menu for $32 per person before a show 5:30-6:45p.m or light fare in the lounge for those tight on time.

701 Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 393-0701 www.701restaurant.com

Bibiana Osteria Enoteca Downtown | Italian | $$$

Dubbed one of the “Best New Restaurants in America” by Esquire magazine in 2010 and one of the District’s hot spots, Bibiana offers authentic regional Italian cuisine in a chic modern backdrop. Executive Chef Nick Stefanelli offers a variety of well executed small plates, antipasti and regional specialties such as black spaghetti with Maryland Crab.

1100 New York Ave., NW (202) 216-9550 www.bibianadc.com

Located a block from the Verizon Center, the ChopHouse serves steakhouse classics and hand-cut chops, paired with handcrafted Ales brewed on site. Also fresh seafood and an extensive wine list, all in a unique turn of the century bank transformed into one of Washington’s hot spots.

509 7th St.,NW (202) 47-3434 www.chophouse.com

Ella’s Wood-Fired Pizza Penn Quarter | Pizza | $$

Considered one of the best pizza places in the city, this is a popular restaurant features traditional, Neapolitan-style, thin crust pizza baked in a blistering-hot, wood-fired pizza oven.

Enjoy happy hour seven days a week with $5 personal pizzas and $3.50 sangrias.

901 F St., NW (202) 638-3434 www.ellaspizza.com

Fogo de Chao

Penn Quarter | Brazilian | $$$ Meat lovers rejoice at this Brazilian Steakhouse where savory cuts of meat and old world traditions are celebrated. Enjoy the all-you-can-eat buffet and the ‘Passadores’ or meat waiters offering table side service of ‘rodizio’ such as, beef, pork, lamb, or chicken. It truly is a one-a-kind experience!

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DINING Founding Farmers - DC

Foggy Bottom | American | $$ Founding Farmers offers a fresh Farm-to-Table American menu in a modern and eco-friendly setting. Dishes are made from scratch, inspired by the heartland with sustainably farmed products, with locally sourced items and in-season vegetables and fruits whenever possible. As the Greenest Restaurant in DC, Founding Farmers is a Certified Green Restaurant, a first for a Washington, DC, restaurant.

1924 Pennsylvania Ave., NW (202) 822-8783 www.WeAreFoundingFarmers.com

Hard Rock Café

Penn Quarter | American | $$ With locations all over the world, the Hard Rock in the nation’s capital is especially patriotic. The restaurant is very family friendly, affordable and has the best rock-n-roll memorabilia from stars such as Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, and more! Always fun with great music. For the late night set, the restaurant has been hosting more and more live music.

999 E St., NW (202) 737-ROCK www.hardrock.com/washington

Jaleo

Penn Quarter | Crystal City | Arlington | Spanish | $$$ With three DC area locations to tempt you, Jaleo brings alive the spirit and flavors of Spain with a menu of tapas, or small plates, including savory paellas in a festive, yet casual atmosphere. Enjoy a glass of superb sangria or chose from a fine selection of Spanish wines. www.jaleo.com

La Tasca

Penn Quarter | Alexandria Arlington | Spanish | $$ Located in Chinatown, walking distance from the Verizon center, expect delicious tapas or small plates that are easy to sample and share, and the sangria is a must. Head out for the happy hour between 4-7 p.m. for discounted sangria and $3 selected dishes.

Thursday nights the Sangria Pitchers are half price. Has five locations in the D.C./Baltimore area.

722 7th St., NW (202) 347-9190 www.latascausa.com

Matchbox

Penn Quarter | Pizza | $$ Known for its brick oven pizza and incredible mini-sliders, Matchbox offers American food in a modern setting. This restaurant includes a full bar, complete with a good beer and wine selection. Call ahead for reservations – it’s a popular place.

Now with locations at 1901 14th St., NW and on Capitol Hill.

1901 145h St., NW (202) 289-4441 www.matchboxdc.com

Oya Restaurant & Lounge Penn Quarter | Eurasian | $$

In a uberchic space, Oya offers an innovative menu of creative sushi, small plates and entrees that blends the best of Classic American with an Asian flair. Expect exceptional food for a

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D I N I N G modest price with its $38 3-course prix fixe dinner every night of the week. Even better, Oya offers a 3-course lunch for just $20 weekdays.

777 9th St., NW (202) 393-1400 www.oyadc.com

Oyamel Cocina Mexicana Penn Quarter | Mexican | $$

Part of internationally acclaimed Chef José Andrés’ ThinkFoodGroup, Oyamel is a vibrant fine dining Mexican restaurant offering innovative spins on ceviche, tacos, and moles. Sip a delicious $4 margarita at the bar Sunday through Friday from 4:30-6:30 p.m. or enjoy half-price wine.

401 7th St., NW (202) 628-1005 www.oyamel.com

Rasika

Penn Quarter | Indian | $$$

Rasika offers modern Indian cuisine exuberantly conceived and executed with precision and is considered one of the area’s best restaurants.

The Palak Chaat is a must try! The dining room is opulent with plush fabrics, shimmering silk panels, stone floors and rich spice colors throughout.

Now with a new location in West End, 1190 New Hampshire Ave., NW. 633 D St., NW (202) 637-1222 www.rasikarestaurant.com

Rosa Mexicano

décor. In the main dining room, table #14 has the best view of the elegant historic fireplace.

Offering high-end Mexican food, enjoy freshlymade guacamole mixed table-side and wash it all down with a refreshing margarita. Sip sangria, premium tequila or chose a glass from their expansive wine list while enjoying the festive, stylish and comfortable ambiance.

1226 36th St., NW (202) 965-1789 www.1789restaurant.com

Penn Quarter | Mexican | $$$

575 7th St. NW (202) 783-5522 www.rosamexicano.com

Zaytinya

Penn Quarter | Mediterranean | $$$

Offering an innovative menu of mezze or ‘little dishes’, inspired by Turkish, Greek and Lebanese cuisines, in a sleek and modern setting. Under the direction of internationally renowned chef José Andrés, Zaytinya is a popular spot for happy hour, with its generous specials, creative cocktails and unique Mediterranean wines reflecting its rich regional diversity.

Bangkok Joe’s

Georgetown | Asian Fusion | $$

Located on the Georgetown Waterfront, Bangkok Joe’s has been rated the best spot for dumplings

by Washingtonians. Enjoy authentic, yet modern Thai cuisine. They also offer a discounted Happy Hour menu 7 days a week from 5-7 p.m.

3000 K St., NW (202) 333-4422 www.bangkokjoes.com

Cafe Milano

Georgetown | Italian | $$$

701 9th St., NW (202)638-0800 www.zaytinya.com

Cafe Milano offers upscale Italian cuisine, topnotch service, and a place “to be seen” with any of the Hollywood celebs who frequent the area.

Choose from their extensive wine list featuring vino from many Italian regions.

Georgetown

3251 Prospects St., NW (202) 333-6183 www.cafemilano.net

1789 Restaurant

Georgetown | American | $$$$

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Spectacular Seafood Creole & Cajun Specialities 3804 Mt. Vernon Ave. Alexandria

703-684-6010 www.rtsrestaurant.net

“European & Californian cuisine consistently hits the high notes.”

Joan Horwitt,Mid Atlantic Magazine

One of Alexandria’s Best kept secrets...

Nestled in the West End, this elegant but unpretentious neighborhood restaurant is where the locals dine.

Ample free parking. Reservations are suggested. All major credit cards accepted.

4231 Duke Street • Alexandria, VA

703-370-7900

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DINING Il Canale

Georgetown | Italian | $$ Serving authentic Italian cuisine and the best thin crust gourmet pizza in DC, cooked in a wood-fired oven imported from Naples. This is where Italians go to eat Italian. Tucked away near the C&O Canal in the heart of Georgetown.

1063 31st St. NW (202) 337-4444 www.ilcanaledc.com

J. Paul’s

Georgetown | American | $$ One of D.C.’s most popular watering holes for the last 25 years, J. Paul’s offers classic American fare such as burgers, steaks, BBQ and seafood, such as fresh oysters. J.Paul’s also hosts brunch Saturday and Sunday. Don’t miss out on their complimentary signature soft pretzels! Drinks specials are also plentiful during their generous happy hour.

3218 M St., NW (202) 333-3450 www.j-pauls.capitalrestaurants.com

Neyla

Georgetown | Mediterranean | $$

The menu by Lebanese born Chef Housh melds all exotic Mediterranean cultures and offers a variety of mezza or small plates of vegetables, salads, grilled meats and fish set off by light, and subtly spiced sauces. Enjoy the intimate but relaxed atmosphere

with friendly service. The Belly dancers offer unique entertainment on Saturday evenings.

3206 N St., NW (202) 333-6353 www.neyla.com

fresh seafood while taking in the stunning riverfront view through the large glass paneled walls.

3000 K St., NW (202) 944-4200 www.arkrestaurants.com/sequoia_dc.html

Old Glory

Alexandria

Georgetown | Barbeque | $

Old Glory captures the food, flavor and feel of America with good ol’ barbeque. Enjoy mouthwatering pulled pork, chicken, and ribs. Open 2-3 a.m. on weekend, perfect when out on the town.

3139 M St., NW (202) 337-3406 www.oldglorybbq.com

Pizzeria Paradiso

Georgetown | Pizza | $$

Celebrating its 21st anniversary, Pizzeria Paradiso offers hot Neapolitan pies made from a woodburning oven centered in the main dining room. Ask to sit downstairs during colder weather and warm up by the wonderfully cozy cellar complete with fireplace. Their impressive beer list includes more than a dozen on tap and more than 200 bottles.

3282 M St., NW (202) 337-1245 www.eatyourpizza.com

Sequoia

Asian Bistro

Old Town| Asian | $$

Don’t let the modest exterior fool you. This PanAsian bistro offers freshly prepared dishes from Thailand, China, and Malaysia — all for a reasonable price. Sushi lovers will love their “Fire Roll”.

809 King Street (703) 836-1515 www.abristro.com

Bastille

Old Town | French | $$$

Dine like an insider at this hidden gem in north Old Town. Transport to a rustic French village at this tucked away Gallic Bistro which offers seasonal authentic French cuisine but without the fine dining cost. Their 3-course $29 Sunday prix-fixe dinner is a steal! Bastille also has a terrific Sunday brunch.

1201 N. Royal Street (703) 519-3776 www.bastillerestaurant.com

Georgetown | Seafood | $$$

Enjoy a gorgeous sunset at Sequoia situated on the waterfront overlooking the Potomac River. Enjoy

Simple Elegance, Exceptional Food

Award-winning French and Basque cuisine La Bergerie is renowned for its charming atmosphere and Old World setting. Among the house specialties are lobster bisque, fresh foie gras, Dover sole, venison chops and dessert soufflés.

Zagat rated. Featured in DiRõNA since 1997.

Extensive wine list that has won Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence.

Private rooms for any occasion. Business Casual Attire.

Reservations Recommended. Validated Garage Parking.

703.683.1007

www.LaBergerie.com 218 North Lee Street, Old Town Alexandria Providing memorable dining experiences for over 30 years.

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Fabulous Seafood Menu - Waterfront Dining Private Parties & Receptions - Experienced Event Planner Live Entertainment Friday & Saturday Nights

703.494.6373

www.madiganswaterfront.com

Located on the Historic Occoquan River 201 Mill Street, Occoquan, Virginia 22125

Del Ray Café

Las Tapas

Taverna Cretekou

From the owners of La Bergerie, a French café serving local, natural and organic foods. Scrumptious brunch served on Saturday, Sunday and major holidays.

The Washington Post said “The neat, two-story restaurant could have been whipped up by Martha Stewart. The many window boxes provide chef Sylvain Tonello with thyme, rosemary and sage for his bouquet garni.”

Offering the largest selection of authentic Spanish Tapas in the area with 76 appetizer varieties of lean grilled meats, fresh seafood and vegetables. Enjoy brunch every Saturday and Sunday 10 a.m.-3 p.m and their Flamenco dance performances every TuesdayThursday evenings; live Spanish bands Friday and Saturday nights.

710 King Street (703) 836-4000 www.lastapas.us

The inviting décor and authentic Greek menu with excellent wine offerings transports you to the Greek Isles. Enjoy at this welcoming, friendly, quiet neighborhood gem.

818 King Street (703)-548-8688 www.tavernacretekou.com

Del Ray | French-American Café | $$

205 E. Howell Avenue (703) 717-9151 www.delraycafe.com

Flat Iron Steak & Saloon Alexandria | Steak | $$

In the heart of historic Old Town, Alexandria, enjoy affordable, juicy steaks from local farms, and American fare. Locals rave about the Happy Hour, which ends at 8 pm. The atmosphere is lively and you can’t beat a menu of delicious appetizers for just $5.

Try half price bottles of wine on Wednesdays or stop by on the weekend, Saturdays and Sundays for their very popular Steak & Eggs Brunch.

808 King St. (703) 922-6222 www.paradisoristorante.com

Gadsby’s Tavern

Old Town | American | $$

Established in 1770, Gadsby’s Tavern (and museum) is considered the finest Public House in America visited by our founding fathers. Enjoy the authentic American Revolution-era decor while sipping a beer like Thomas Jefferson, sitting where George Washington and John Adams sat. Also offers Sunday brunch: 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Old Town | Spanish | $$

Le Refuge

Old Town | French | $$$

Celebrating almost 30 years, this charming and intimate French country restaurant offers traditional fare and excellent service. The prix-fixe daily specials are a steal. Enjoy house specialties such as Bouillabaisse, Salmon in crust, Rack of Lamb, Beef Wellington and Soft Shell Crabs with an extended French wine list.

127 N. Washington Street (703) 548-4661 www.lerefugealexandria.com

Madigan’s Waterfront Occoquan | Seafood | $$

In the heart of historic Occoquan , Madigan’s offers formal dining on the waterfront under the stars. Enjoy casual waterfront dining on their topside deck or visit their tiki bar for a season cocktail. Known for it’s seafood and being very popular with the locals for a lively happy hour. Sip your cocktail on the deck, while watching for Ospreys flying down the Occoquan River.

201 Mill St. (703) 494-6373494-6373 www.madiganswaterfront.com

138 N. Royal Street (703) 548-1288 www.gadsbystavernrestaurant.com

Paradiso – Alexandria/ Springfield

La Bergerie

Known for its great pizzas, made from an authentic wood burning brick oven. Their dough and sauce are made fresh daily inspired by old Sicilian family recipes dating back generations. In addition to classic Italian fare, Paradiso features an extraordinary Sunday Brunch. Enjoy their extensive banquet of breakfast and lunch dishes 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. Parents can enjoy a date night anytime with their Supervised Children’s Dining Area, a truly one of a kind concept.

Old Town | French | $$$

For more than thirty-five years, La Bergerie has offered guests classic French cuisine in a romantic and elegant ambiance. Diners revel in their signature light and fluffy soufflés, Dover Sole, and exceptional wine list. For a more modest price point try their prix-fixe dinner menu, Monday night Lobster Special or Thursday Date Night Specials.

218 N. Lee Street (703) 683-1007 www.labergerie.com

Nina’s Dandy

Old Town | American | $$$$

Enjoy a dinner cruise aboard the Nina’s Dandy with an unparalleled view of DC’s majestic monuments and beautiful Potomac River. With two climate controlled boats in the fleet, visitors can opt for a lunch or dinner cruise, as well as a champagne brunch each Sunday. Departs from the Old Town waterfront dock at Zero Prince Street.

(703) 683-6076 www.dandydinnerboat.com

Alexandria | Pizza/Italian | $$

6124 Franconia Rd. (703) 922-6222 www.paradisoristorante.com

RT ’s

Delray | American | $$ Don’t let the interior fool you. This family-friendly neighborhood restaurant has served up fresh seafood and Creole and Cajun specialties for more than 25 years. Try their famous Jack Daniels Shrimp, Spicy She-Crab Soup, Cajun Veal Oscar, and their popular Crawfish Etouffèe.

3804 Mount Vernon Ave. (703) 684-6010 www.rtsrestaurant.net

Old Town | Greek | $$

Tempo

West End Alexandria | Italian | $$

Dine at one of Alexandria’s best kept secrets featuring northern Italian and French cuisine specializing in fresh seafood. Are you a dessert lover?

Then don’t miss one of the best pastry trays around.

4231 Duke Street (703) 370-7900 www.temporestaurant.com

Warehouse Bar & Grill

Old Town | American/Seafood | $$

Walking distance from the King Street metro, this quaint seafood and steak house offers quality fare at a great value. Their best dishes are Crab Cakes and their Cajun and Creole inspired dishes. Locals rave about their New Orleans style Sunday Brunch.

214 King Street (703) 683-6868 www.warehousebarandgrill.com

The Wharf

Old Town | American/Seafood | $$$

Located just 1 block from the Potomac riverfront, the Wharf has offered fresh traditional style seafood since 1971. Think meat and potatoes, but seafood. Enjoy whole Maine lobster, She Crab soup, local and soft shell crabs.

119 King Street (703) 836-2836 www.wharfrestaurant.com

National Harbor Bond 45

National Harbor | Italian | $$$$

This Italian-themed steakhouse feels as historic as the Times Square original it was modeled after, but with gorgeous views of the Potomac River.

Enjoy the plentiful antipasto bar with dozens of choices and their Prohibition style cocktails served in a tea cups.

149 Waterfront St. (301) 839-1445 bond45.com

Cadillac Ranch

National Harbor | American | $$

Step into this upscale saloon and transport to the wild west. Enjoy all American steaks, BBQ, and burgers. Stay for late night fun with cowboys who dare to ride the mechanical bull.

186 Fleet St. (301) 839-1100 www.cadillacranchgroup.com

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Grace’s Mandarin

National Harbor | Asian Fusion | $$$

East meets west with Grace’s eclectic menu of Pan Asian flavors that come together to arouse your taste buds. Enjoy an elegant yet casual atmosphere with views of the Potomac River from every table.

Enjoy their Sushi bar, stylish cocktails, expansive selection of wines and large selection of sake.

188 Waterfront St. (301) 839-3788 www.gracesrestaurant.com

McCormick and Schmick’s National Harbor | Seafood| $$$

Located on the scenic banks of the Potomac River, McCormick and Schmick’s features the freshest selection of seafood offered in the DC area. The “Fresh List” changes daily and exhibits catches from around the globe.

145 National Harbor (301) 567-6224 www.mccormickandschmicks.com

Public House

National Harbor | American | $$

Enjoy upscale American fare at this lively sports pub. With multiple big screen plasma televisions, you can be sure that you will have a view to watch the big game! Whether it is a DJ or Live Entertainment the late night atmosphere lets everyone enjoy their time away from work and the real world!

199 Fleet St. (240) 493-6120 www.publichousenationalharbar.com

Rosa Mexicano

National Harbor | Mexican | $$$

Chima Brazilian Steakhouse

Tysons Corner | Brazilian | $$$

An experience like no other! Enjoy their unique style of “Rodizio” service where Gauchos bring a rotation of a variety of beef, pork, chicken and fish directly to your table. The expansive salad bar offers over 30 items to accompany your meal.

8010 Towers Crescent Dr. (703) 639-3080 www.chimasteakhouse.com

El Paso Mexican Restaurant

Enjoy upscale Mexican cuisine in a stylishly festive atmosphere with incredible water front views. Try the Pomegranate Margaritas or Guacamole en Molcajete, made tableside in a traditional lava-rock mortar.

153 Waterfront St. (301) 567-1005 www.rosamexicano.com

Springfield | Mexican| $$

Fairfax County

6804 Commerce St. (703) 912-6166 www.elpasomexicanrestaurants.com

Cafe Oggi

McLean | Italian | $$

Celebrating 20 years, enjoy high quality light and contemporary Italian fare at this authentic trattoria at reasonable prices. Opt for one of their numerous daily specials and revel in their excellent friendly service by their Italian-speaking waiters.

6671 Old Dominion Dr. (703) 442-7360 www.cafeoggi.com

Chef Geoff’s

Tysons Corner-McLean | DC | Contemporary American | $$$

Located on a cobblestone courtyard across from booming Tysons Corner shopping center, enjoy an upscale innovative American menu by Chef Geoff Tracy. Stop by for a terrific Sunday brunch and every Monday for half price wines. Enjoy the popular happy hour daily from 3-7 p.m.

8045 Leesburg Pike (571) 282-6003 www.chefgeoff.com

Enjoy authentic Mexican fare made with the freshest ingredients in a lively atmosphere with bright colorful decor. The menu offers a variety of traditional dishes and flavors. El Paso operates five restaurants in the area, with their newest location at 9715 Fairfax Blvd in Fairfax, VA.

Mon Ami Gabi

Reston | French | $$

Located in the bustling Reston Town Center, Mon Ami Gabi is a Classic French Bistro offering crepes, quiches, steaks and fresh seafood. French wines are served by the glass or the bottle from our rolling wine cart.

11950 Democracy Dr. (703) 707-0233 www.monamigabi.com

Nostos Restaurant

Vienna | Greek/Mediterranean | $$

The newest restaurant by the Pagonis family, who has served traditional Greek fare in the DC area for over twenty years, presents a fresh, modern take on Greek culinary culture. Stimulate your senses with a wide variety of “mezedes”, or small sharing-sized dishes, and fresh fish from the Mediterranean Sea. 8100 Boone Blvd.

(703) 760-0690 nostosrestaurant.com

Pane E Vino

Lorton | Italian | $$

Enjoy authentic Southern Italian fare at this familyowned in an atmosphere reminiscent of a fine trattoria. Enjoy half price wine on Wednesday nights and a Sunday brunch buffet with many stations of made-to-order (10:30 a.m.-3 p.m.). Also visit the recently opened Wine Bar-Enoteca next door.

9020 Lorton Station Blvd. www.paneevino-ristorante.com

PassionFish

Reston | Seafood | $$$

Located in the bustling Reston Town Center, this family-friendly neighborhood favorite is dedicated to providing the finest quality, sustainable seafood available, all in a casual fine dining experience.

11960 Democracy Dr. (703) 230-3474 www.passionfishreston.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House Fairfax | American/Steak | $$$$

This well-known steakhouse serves the finest USDA Prime beef available. Enjoy a hot, juicy and delicious steak in a warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality.

4100 Monument Corner Dr. (703) 266-1004 www.ruthschris.com/Steak-House/ 3503/Fairfax

Villa Mozart

Fairfax | Italian | $$$

Italian born Chef-owner Andrea Pace offers seasonal Italian fare in a chic and comfortable setting without being pretentious. Take advantage of their $20 3-Course Prix Fixe Lunch (Monday to Friday) and $39 3-Course Prix Fixe Dinner (Monday to Thursday).

4009 Chain Bridge Rd. (703) 691-4747 www.villamozartrestaurant.com

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SHOPPING

SHOPPING AT ITS BEST Capitol Hill

In addition to a variety of great shops and restaurants at Union Station, popular boutiques, cafes, and bars dot Barracks Row (south of the Eastern Market metro stop) in this friendly neighborhood that was founded in the 19th century.

Metro: Union Station, Eastern Market

Clarendon

Arlington’s Clarendon neighborhood has blossomed into a hub of activity over the last few years as restaurants, lounges, shops such as Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma, and Apple, boutiques, and luxury condo buildings have popped up in the booming neighborhood. It has become the place for young movers and shakers to live and play.

Metro: Clarendon

Eastern Market

A beloved city institution that was nearly destroyed by a devastating fire in 2007, the renovated public market is in full swing on weekends, when vendors offer a variety of food, produce, meats, breads and pastries, arts, antiques, crafts, and imported goods for sale.

Metro: Eastern Market

Fair Oaks Mall

Located in Fairfax at the intersection of Routes 50 and I-66, the centrally located mall is anchored by Macy’s and Lord & Taylor and features stores from Apple to Michael Kors to Williams-Sonoma.

(703) 359-8300 www.shopfairoaksmall.com

Georgetown

A vibrant, historic neighborhood on the Potomac River teeming with an eclectic mix of restaurants, chain stores, such as JCrew, Urban Outfitters, and Club Monaco, small boutiques, and bars that line M Street and Wisconsin Avenue. This is one of the most popular destinations for young, hip urbanites in DC. Metro: Foggy Bottom

Historic Occoquan

Nestled on the Occoquan River just minutes from I-95 in Prince William County, historic Occoquan is a charming town that was founded in 1758. The pedestrian-friendly streets offer an eclectic mix of art galleries, shops, restaurants, and businesses.

Logan Circle/14th Street

buildings along King Street and on many side streets.

Metro: King Street, with connections via the King St. Trolley and/or DASH bus service.

Potomac Mills Outlet Mall

220 manufacturer outlets and discount stores offering brand and designer merchandise like Spiegel, Nordstrom, Polo, Nautica, Saks, Calvin Klein just to name a few. Just off 195 south of Woodbridge.

2700 Potomac Mills Circle Woodbridge, VA

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Discover Premium Outlet Shopping® at three convenient area locations. Shop Leesburg Corner (VA), Hagerstown and Queenstown (MD) Premium Outlets and find savings of 25% to 65% every day at stores including Burberry, Coach, Juicy Couture, Kate Spade New York, Lacoste, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th and much more. (Stores vary by center.) For complete information and to join the VIP Shopper Club, visit premiumoutlets.com

Reston Town Center

This busy outdoor mall in Reston combines the charm of an Italian piazza and a French boulevard. More than 50 stores and 30 restaurants, an open-air pavilion that features ice-skating in winter, and a movie theater make this a popular destination.

11900 Market St. Reston, VA (703) 689-4699 www.restontowncenter.com

Tysons Corner Center

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Arts Afire Glsss Gallery, featured in American Style Magazine and similar publications, offers contemporary American and alternative crafts. Craft art includes beads, jewelry, glass, pottery, fiber, turned wood, kaleidoscopes and furniture; decorative and functional objects.

The Gallery features more than 400 award-winning, artisans. Some artists are local, but most are national and international in origin. Many show their work exclusively.

Others provide work rarely found elsewhere. A helpful staff stands ready to assist with your selections. Prices are affordable and gift wrapping is complimentary. The gallery is easily accessible. A parking garage is located nearby, as is the King Street Metro Station. Daily 11 a.m.–6 p.m.; Sunday 12-5 p.m.

1117 King St. (703)838-9785

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ALEXANDRIA SHOPPING

Old Town Alexandria

A beautiful colonial town on the Potomac River, just south of DC, features more than 200 boutiques, shops, galleries, and award-winning restaurants, many in renovated 17th century

WHY NOT? has toys for all ages. If you’re shopping for newborns, older youngsters or someone who is just young at heart, you are certain to find the perfect gift. MondayThursday: 10:00 to 5:30; Friday-Saturday: 10:00 to 6:00; Sunday: 12:00 to 5:00.

200 King St., (703) 548-4420

Imagine Artwear

Just over the Woodrow Wilson Bridge from Virginia, National Harbor is rapidly becoming a shopping and dining destination. Unique boutiques and art galleries line Waterfront St. in the heart of the area. Check out America! giving you the chance to purchase artifacts of American history in the making or Fossil with fashions and accessories for both men and women alike. A little more on the youthful side are the fashions of South Moon Under. There is even a Harley-Davidson store that caters to the passion for the brand. Easy in and easy to park.

National Harbor

Why Not?

Boasting more than 300 shops, Nordstrom, L.L. Bean, Bloomingdale’s, five fine dining restaurants, and a 16 screen movie theatre, Tysons Corner Center is the area’s largest mall and is adjacent to the Capital Beltway at Chain Bridge Road, McLean (703) 893-9400 www.shoptysons.com

Come to this warm and friendly shop chock full of antiques and “great stuff” all gathered by owner Nancy Deitchman to bring that special touch to your home. Nancy specializes in a wide variety of antique, vintage and collectible furniture with an eye to charm and quality at affordable prices. In addition to all kind of furniture, items include vintage chandeliers, bronzes, lamps, Staffordshire and Hummel figurines, along with rugs and original oil paintings, watercolors and lithographs. Paintings by listed artist Ron Van Sweringen and most recently, by impressionist Zakhar Sasim whose scenes of Washington D.C. and its surrounding landmarks are an exclusive highlight of the art collection. If you don’t find what you are looking for, just ask Nancy – she will be glad to go on the hunt for you – or make it! Monday-Tuesday by appointment; Wednesday-Friday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 12-5 p.m.

1210 King St. (703) 837-1670

The reborn neighborhood has sprouted trendy restaurants, bars, and boutiques over the last few years, most of them concentrated on 14th Street between N and S Streets. The buzz-y neighborhood is populated with sophisticated locals.

depression and glassware , china, silver, copper, brass, prints, paintings, nutcrackers, books, records, pottery, bottles, dolls, jewelry, furniture in storage. Inventory sales.

Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday 12-5 p.m.

1515 Mount Vernon Ave. (703) 519-3555 (703) 548-3354

and Antique Gallery

Collectibles, advertiques, furniture, clocks, lamps, quilts,

Featuring a collection of contemporary clothing, jewelry and crafts by American artists. One of a kind, limited edition and custom order artwear. Great gifts. Winner of Top 100 Retailer of American Craft Award. Regular hours, Monday- Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

1124 King St. (703) 548-1461 The gallery is located in Studio 18 of the Torpedo Factory Art Center in Old Town Alexandria on the waterfront.

Washington DC’s first co-operative fiber gallery has 70 members some of whom are published, teach and have won awards in the fiber arts genre. New juried shows are installed monthly which include original works in jewelry, scarves, clothing, woven, knitted or crocheted items, as well as handmade paper, wall hangings, fiber sculptures and a variety of other innovative work. The gallery is open daily from 11 a.m-5 p.m.. Alexandria Art Nights are the second Thursday of the month with extended hours until 8 p.m. Free admission.

105 N. Union St., Studio 18 (703) 548-0935 www.potomaccraftsmengallery.com

Torpedo Factory Art Center

One of the world’s premier art centers – 165 artists in 82 studios, 2 workshops, and 6 galleries! Engage with artists at work in open studios with an opportunity to commission pieces and purchase the finest original paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, fiber art and more. Open daily 10am-6pm (Thursdays until 9pm).

Free admission.

105 North Union Street (703) 838-4565 www.torpedofactory.org

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