From a wine tasting to a Jane Austen garden party, 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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Art AfterWords: A Book Discussion - A Surprised Queenhood in the New Black Sun for Gwendolyn Brooks
From the event description:
Join staff from the National Portrait Gallery and the D.C. Public Library for a monthly discussion of portraits and prose. Each month, a Portrait Gallery educator will discuss a portrait from the collection. Following the portrait exploration, a DCPL librarian will lead a discussion of a book related to the image.
When: Tuesday, July 16, 5:30-7 p.m.
Where: National Portrait Gallery, 8th Street NW
Admission: Free
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Ward 5 Night at the Shakespeare Theatre Company
From the event description:
Each summer the Shakespeare Theatre Company presents a series of free Shakespeare performances that are open to the public, known as "Free for All." Again this year, Ward 5 residents are invited to the Shakespeare Theatre Company's Free for All production of Hamlet on Wednesday, July 17.
When: Wednesday, July 17, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Where: Sydney Harmon Hall, 610 F St. NW
Admission: Free
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Dumbarton at Dusk: Jane Austen Garden Party & Free Admission
From the event description:
Visit one of our favorite historic homes for Dumbarton at Dusk - Jane Austen Garden Party! Come see Dumbarton House in a whole new light. As we celebrate the works of Jane Austen with our annual Jane Austen Film Festival, we invite you to enjoy a Jane Austen Garden Party featuring period lawn games and Austen inspired crafts. This happy hour includes a cash bar, light refreshments by Geppetto Catering, free museum admission and the music of the local string trio Toccata Players.
When: Thursday, July 18, 5:30-8 p.m.
Where: Dumbarton House, 2715 Q St. NW
Admission: Free
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BLT Steak Wines Over Washington with Penfolds Wines
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Join us as we host Penfolds Wines for an evening full of great wine and spectacular rooftop views of D.C.! During the event on Thursday, July 18 from 6-8 p.m., enjoy world-class wines from iconic Penfolds Wines paired with grilled BLT classics and Australian-inspired canapes from chef de cuisine Michael Bonk. Admire the sunset, take in one-of-a-kind views of the D.C. skyline and sit back and relax with friends and fine wine.
When: Thursday, July 18, 6-8 p.m.
Where: BLT Steak, 1625 I St. NW
Admission: $85
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Park Inventory: Folger Park
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Cooped up in an office all day? Want to take in some fresh air while you finesse your tree species knowledge? Come spend an evening outside, cataloging trees and taking in this lovely park in Capitol Hill. We will be surveying for health, size and species. Participants will receive a short, hands-on training on-site. After learning the tools and techniques, participants will split into groups and begin measuring trees.
When: Thursday, July 18, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Folger Park, 2nd St. and D Street SE
Admission: Free
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Parking in DC can be tough, especially during popular events. To find free or cheap parking and to book parking in advance, see this map of DC parking from SpotAngels. And to get there by public transportation, check the Metro website for nearby stations and schedules.
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