Event Bites
Laugh Out Loud
March 3, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
When you think of yoga, you might normally think of quiet relaxation. Laughter yoga is the opposite of that, relieving stress through laughter and pranayama yogic breathing. This class at the Arlington Central Library in Arlington, VA, is led by Laughter Yoga Ambassador Diane Cohen.
An All-American Tea Party
March 8, 2-3 p.m.
Love American Girl dolls? This tea party at Cherrydale Branch Library in Arlington is inspired by the iconic stories of American Girls and includes related crafts and activities. Bring your own doll or check one out from the library’s doll collection!
Don’t Look Under the Bed
March 28-31, Times vary
Based on Mo Willems’ picture book “Leonardo, the Terrible Monster,” the musical adaptation, “Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster,” uses puppetry to tell the story of the world’s least scary monster and the biggest scaredy-cat kid in the world. The show was commissioned by the Kennedy Center, where it will be performed in D.C. through April 6.
Become a Master Builder
March 29-30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday
Brick Fest Live is a LEGO enthusiast’s paradise! See life-size LEGO statues on display, customize and race LEGO cars, make tiles for a record-breaking mosaic and more at this convention, which will be held at Prince George’s Sports & Learning Complex in Landover, MD.
More Events
Mardi Gras at The Wharf
March 1, 3-7 p.m.
District Wharf | 760 Maine Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. 20024
You don’t have to go to New Orleans to celebrate Mardi Gras, thanks to D.C.’s biggest Mardi Gras celebration! This festival features a costumed parade, live music, fireworks and plenty of themed activities for kids.
Free | wharfdc.com/mardigras
Author Jenna Voris Discusses SAY A LITTLE PRAYER
March 4, 7-8 p.m. | One More Page Books
2200 N. Westmoreland St., Arlington, VA 22213
Join YA author Jenna Voris for a book signing and discussion on her latest romance for teens, “Say a Little Prayer.” Riley left church a long time ago because of her bisexuality and the pastor shunning her sister for getting an abortion. But when she gets in trouble at school, she’s made to spend spring break at her father’s church camp. What could possibly go wrong?
Free; book costs $12.99 | onemorepagebooks.com
CJM After Sunset: Purim Superheroes
March 6, 12:45-6 p.m.
Capital Jewish Museum | 575 3rd St. NW, Washington, D.C. 20001
Dress up as your favorite superhero or superhero alter ego for this Purim celebration, including superhero mask making, live cartooning and trivia! Guests can also take guided tours of the “JewCE: the Jewish Comic Experience!” exhibit.
$10 | capitaljewishmuseum.org
Mulan – A Legend Reimagined
March 8, 7 p.m.
Capital One Hall | 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
This isn’t the Mulan you know from the Disney movie! “Mulan – A Legend Reimagined” retells the “Ballad of Mulan,” the story of the heroic female warrior who disguised herself as a man to fight in place of her father. The show’s choreography incorporates dance and kung fu.
$25 | capitalonehall.com
The Peking Acrobats
March 9, 1 p.m. & 5 p.m.
George Mason University Center for the Arts | 4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
This Chinese acrobatics show features stunts and performances you won’t find at a traditional American circus, including gymnastics, trick cycling and playing Chinese instruments.
$33-$55; half price for children through grade 12| cfa.calendar.gmu.edu/the-peking-acrobats
Ireland at the Wharf 2025
March 15, noon-6 p.m.
District Wharf | 1100 Maine Ave. SW, Washington, D.C. 20024
It’s St. Patrick’s Day! This waterfront festival celebrates all things Irish, from music and dance to authentic Irish food. All ages are welcome, with the event also being pet-friendly.
Free | wharfdc.com
Amy Latta for “Doodle Fantasy Worlds”
March 15, 4 p.m. | People’s Book
7014-A Westmoreland Ave., Takoma Park, MD 20912
Join author and artist Amy Latta for an interactive doodle session where you can let your imagination run wild! The latest book in Latta’s Doodle Everything series teaches readers to draw simple mermaids, dragons and more.
Free | peoplesbooktakoma.com
