From wine tasting to a film festival, there's plenty to enjoy in Washington this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Wine Tasting at the Embassy of France: Château La Motte du Barry
First, go wine tasting at the French embassy. The owners of Château La Mothe du Barry will present seven vintages from 2015 to 2018. The executive chef of Le Cafe Descartes will craft classic French dish, from poached halibut to duck gizzard salad, to pair with each varietal.
When: Thursday, March 14, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: Embassy of France, 4101 Reservoir Road NW
Admission: $95
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National Portrait Gallery Tour: 'Eye to I: Self Portraits from 1900 to Today'
Next, join the chief curator of painting and sculpture at the National Portrait Gallery, Dr. Brandon Brame Fortune, for an introduction to the new exhibit "Eye to I." The collection of self-portraits offers insights into how individuals have perceived and portrayed the self throughout art history.
When: Friday, March 15, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Where: National Portrait Gallery, Eighth and F northwest streets
Admission: Free
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St. Patrick's Day Irish Stroll Bar Crawl
Then, it's a pre-St. Paddy's Day bar crawl in and around Dupont Circle with Lindypromo.com. Eleven venues are participating, including The Big Hunt and District Anchor, and each will offer free admission and drink discounts of their choosing.
When: Saturday, March 16, 1-9 p.m.
Where: Decades DC, 1219 Connecticut Ave. NW
Admission: $30
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Environmental Film Festival: Shorts Program - Protection & Restoration
Finally, on Saturday, E Street Cinema is screening a series of short films tackling environmental issues, from endangered parrots to endangered estuaries. Many of the films' directors will be on hand afterward to discuss their work.
When: Saturday, March 16, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Landmark's E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW
Admission: $10
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