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Around Town 2/21-2/27

We are excited to see some warmer weather coming our way (at least for a little bit!) and to share these great nonprofit events with the DC community! If you end up at one of these, let us know and share your experiences with us on Twitter or Facebook!

Friday, February 21, 2014

Community Sing at Washington Revels

Washington Revels
This month we celebrate the legacy of Pete Seeger. All are welcome to bring a song to share! Children’s songs: 6:30-7:15 All Ages sing: 7:15-8pm
When: Fri Feb 21 2014 (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM)
Where: Washington Revels, 531 Dale Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Fee? no
Contact: Kate McGhee, (301) 587-3835
For more information: click here

(Post) Valentine’s Day SWING Dance!

Joe’s Movement Emporium/World Arts Focus
Valentine’s Day has passed but the season of love is just getting started at Joe’s Movement Emporium. Join us this Friday for a Valentine’s Swing Dance! Your ticket gets you swing dance lessons, delicious desserts, and a complimentary glass of Love Potion No. 9 (alcohol-free and kid friendly)!
When: Fri Feb 21 2014 (7:00 PM – 10:00 PM)
Where: Joe’s Movement Emporium, 3309 Bunker Hill Road, Mount Rainier, MD 20712
Fee? yes $15 for individuals; $25 per couple
Volunteer Info: Set up, clean up, assist with food, bartenders
Contact: www.joesmovement.org, (301) 699-1819
For more information: click here

Atlas INTERSECTIONS – Opening Day

Atlas Performing Arts Center
INTERSECTIONS is the Atlas signature annual festival featuring over 700 artists in 125 performances that celebrate the energy and diversity of artists and audiences from DC and beyond. INTERSECTIONS’ 5th Anniversary schedule runs from February 21st – March 8th
When: Fri Feb 21 2014 (7:30 PM)
Where: Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Fee? yes see website for details & packages
Volunteer Info: The Atlas provides volunteers a pass for two complimentary tickets upon completing a 5-hour volunteer shift. Typical volunteer positions include: Volunteer ushers scan tickets, distribute programs, direct patrons to their seats, and complete a light clean-up of the theatre following each performance. Lobby greeters are responsible for opening doors, welcoming patrons, handling box office questions, and directing patrons. Saturday volunteers may help with arts activities for families. Positions available Friday, Saturday, Sunday: Contact Kevin Stapornkul, kstapornkul@atlasarts.org. ** We need help in our office in the weeks before INTERSECTIONS with administrative tasks (email ccarlin@atlasarts.org for details.)**
Contact:??Box Office, (202) 399-7993 ext 2
For more information: click here

Saturday, February 22, 2014

Seed Cleaning at Arlington Village

Earth Sangha
We will clean the seeds of native grass and forb species that we collected from local parks, every Saturday in January and February. (Except for February 15th) Our seed cleaning sessions during the winter months are a collaborative effort between the Earth Sangha and Arlington Regional Master Naturalist Group, but we will accept a limited number of students who study environmental science or biology/botany. The only reason for limiting the number of participants is entirely due to the space constraint, but the Arlington Village’s Meeting Room is quite large, and we hope to accommodate a larger group.
When: Sat Feb 22 2014 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Where: Arlington Village Condominium’s Meeting Room, See website for directions., Fairfax, VA 22032
Fee? no
Volunteer Info: Clean native grass and forb species seeds.
Contact: Lisa Bright, (703) 764-4830
For more information: click here

Chopin, the Storyteller

National Philharmonic
Explore Chopin’s compelling works for the piano with Brian Ganz, who returns by popular demand with his fourth Chopin recital in his journey to perform all of the composer’s works. This concert features Chopin’s masterpiece of narrative and emotional power, the Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52; the Mazurka in A minor, Op. 17, No. 4, one of his most soulful and mysterious works; the epic Nocturne in C minor, Op. 48, No. 1; the tender and storied Waltz in A-flat Major, Op. 69, No. 1 (“L’Adieu”); as well as the highly dramatic Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op. 45. Ganz has been a prizewinner in the Queen Elisabeth of Belgium and the Marguerite Long-Jacques Thibaud (Paris) International Piano Competitions. There isn’t much about Chopin that Brian Ganz doesn’t know. The pianist has explored the nocturnes, the etudes, the sonatas and concertos and the rest in concerts, master classes and recordings for years now. His delight and wonder in this music seem to grow, apparently without bounds, as time goes on. (The Washington Post) Chopin 4 Mazurkas, Op. 17 2 Nocturnes, Op. 48 Ballade No. 4 in F minor, Op. 52 Variations brillantes, Op. 12
When: Sat Feb 22 2014 (8:00 PM)
Where: The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
Fee? yes $28-$55 (Kids Free)
Contact: Deborah Birnbaum, (301) 581-5
For more information: click here

The Cole Porter Project

The In Series
“A trip to the moon on gossamer wings,” says the song, as our swellegant party celebrates Cole Porter’s incomparable words-and-music. Come and revisit the work of an American master who defined the sophisticated soul of a complex era! Conceived and Directed by Steven Scott Mazzola and Greg Stevens Music Director: Paul Leavitt
When: Sat Feb 22 2014 (8:00 PM)
Where: SOURCE, 1835 14th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009
Fee? yes $38 general; $35 seniors;: $20 students and children
Volunteer Info: Usher, box office
Contact: Gregory Stuart, Executive Assistant, (202) 204-7765
For more information: click here

Sing Out for Shelter

Friendship Place
Looking to hear great live music AND support local organizations serving the homeless? Then the 22nd Annual “Sing Out for Shelter” A Cappella concert is the place for you! Performances by finalists on NBC’s “The Sing-Off”, the Tufts University Beelzebubs, the Princeton University Katzenjammers, Baltimore’s Some of the Parts, and, of course, the event hosts, DC’s Augmented 8! Proceeds benefit Christ House, Friendship Place, and Metropolitan House.
When: Sat Feb 22 2014 (8:00 PM)
Where: Metropolitan Memorial United Methodist Church, 3401 Nebraska Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016
Fee? yes $25 general admission; $10 students/seniors; free for children <12
Contact: Augmented 8, (202) 363-4900
For more information: click here

Sunday, February 23, 2014

Invasive Species Removal with Alan Ford

Earth Sangha
We will remove several species of invasive plants such as Wineberry, Amur honeysuckle, Wintercreeper, and Porcelainberry. Please wear long clothes and work boots as the work may be muddy and there are plenty of thorny plants present. Tools and gloves will be provided, but your own work gloves and hand-clippers are useful tools to bring. This event will be led by the president of VNPS Potowmack Chapter, Alan Ford.
When: Sun Feb 23 2014 (10:00 AM – 1:00 PM)
Where: Marie Butler Leven Preserve, 1501 Kirby Road, McLean Va 22101
Fee? no
Volunteer Info: Remove invasive species.
Contact: Alan Ford, (703) 732-5291
For more information: click here

The Cole Porter Project

The In Series
“A trip to the moon on gossamer wings,” says the song, as our swellegant party celebrates Cole Porter’s incomparable words-and-music. Come and revisit the work of an American master who defined the sophisticated soul of a complex era! Conceived and Directed by Steven Scott Mazzola and Greg Stevens Music Director: Paul Leavitt
When: Sun Feb 23 2014 (3:00 PM)
Where: SOURCE, 1835 14th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009
Fee? yes $38 general; $35 seniors;: $20 students and children
Volunteer Info: Usher, box office
Contact: Gregory Stuart, Executive Assistant, (202) 204-7765
For more information: click here

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

One Hour, One World Tour

Ayuda
If you would like to get a first person introduction to Ayuda’s work and learn how you could get involved, please join us for one of our frequent One Hour, One World tours. Please sign up for a time and feel free to bring friends. (Tours are conducted in English)
When: Wed Feb 26 2014 (6:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
Where: Ayuda DC office, 6925B Willow Street NW, Washington, DC 20012
Fee? no
Contact: Elise Webb, (202) 387-4848 ext 130
For more information: click here

Thursday, February 27, 2014

Empty Bowls

Our Daily Bread
Our popular Empty Bowls dinner gathering is always a heart-warming and family-friendly evening of great art, music, food and friendship — our largest fundraiser of the year. Your ticket includes selecting a one-of-a-kind soup bowl to take home, handcrafted by a local artist or community member. Hundreds of beautiful bowls to select from! Then join your neighbors in a simple meal of soup and bread as a symbolic reminder of those in our community who go hungry. All proceeds benefit local families facing financial crises – whose bowls and pantries are empty – so that they may be filled. Funds go directly to ODB’s programs to help our neighbors in need achieve financial stability.
When: Thu Feb 27 2014 (6:00 PM – 8:30 PM)
Where: Stacy C. Sherwood Center, 3740 Old Lee Hwy., Fairfax, VA 22030
Fee? yes $30 in advance ($35 at the door) includes handcrafted bowl and a simple meal of soup and bread to remind us of the struggles of our neighbors in need. Children are welcome! $10 for one child; $25 for three or more children
Volunteer Info: 2/26 — Flower Arranging (1pm – 3:30pm) 2/27 — Set Up (3:30-5:30); Clean Up (8:15-9:30) http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C4AA4AC2EAB9-empty
Contact: Jennifer Rose, (703) 273-8829
For more information: click here

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