5 ways to make the most of your week in Washington

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Hoodline
Published on December 11, 2019

From a winter festival for the family to a Christmas concert and singalong, 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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Smithsonian Winter Family Festival

From the event description:

Enjoy special holiday-themed activities for visitors of all ages. There will be story reading, arts and crafts, musical performances and more. 

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: Smithsonian Castle, 1000 Jefferson Drive SW
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Christmas Toy Drive

From the event description:

Donate new, unwrapped toys. There will also be hot chocolate, light refreshments and arts and crafts. 

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, noon-4 p.m.
Where: Ridge Road Community Center, 830 Ridge Road SE
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

Procrastinator's Holiday Market

From the event description:

Featuring over 30 local arts and crafts vendors, entertainment, holiday card-making station, photos with Santa and more.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, noon-8 p.m.
Where: Art Enables, 2204 Rhode Island Ave. NE
Admission: Free
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets

'The Wonder of Christmas'

From the event description:

A joyous concert of Christmas music, this Washington tradition features a choral procession and an audience singalong.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 5-7 p.m.
Where: Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW
Admission: $20-$25
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A Not So Silent Night Charity Party

From the event description:

Ten dollars of your ticket purchase will go to SOME (So Others Might Eat)a local interfaith community-based service organization in Washington.

When: Saturday, Dec. 14, 7-11 p.m.
Where: Lost Society, 2001 14th St. NW
Admission: $60 
Click here for more details, and to get your tickets


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