Event Bites
Music + Math = Fun
Feb. 1-2, 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Saturday 1:30 & 4 p.m. Sunday
Discover the relationship between music and mathematical concepts at “NSO Music for Young Audiences: M2 = (Math + Music),” a kid-friendly concert with The Last Stand Quartet at the Kennedy Center in D.C.! Come early and try out instruments at the Musical PLAYspace and stay after for a Q&A with the musicians.
Witness the Impossible
Feb. 22, 2-3:30 p.m.
At “Omnium Circus: I’m Possible,” witness a high-flying circus show at D.C.s Warner Theatre featuring a circus performance group focused on inclusion with acrobats, magicians and more of all races, backgrounds and abilities; presented in English and American Sign Language.
Inspiration Through Dance
Feb. 23, 4-6 p.m.
At Uplift: Inspirational Dance Festival, performers from all over the DMV come together in this inspirational performance of dances meant to tell stories at Prince George’s Publick Playhouse in Hyattsville, MD.
From Scouts to Spies
Feb. 28, 7 p.m.
Junior and Cadette Girl Scouts will be tasked with a secret mission at the Girl Scout Sneak-In at the International Spy Museum in D.C.; using the museum’s resources to test their spy skills, Scouts get after-hours museum admission, a badge workshop, a fun patch and a snack.
More Events
Valentine’s Cards and Boxes
Feb. 1, 10 a.m.-noon
Arlington Mill Community Center | 909 S Dinwiddie St., Arlington, VA, 22204
Create personalized cards for your friends and family and make your own Valentine’s Day mailbox at this arts and crafts workshop.
$8 | arlingtonva.us
Mike Super: Magic & Illusion
Feb. 2, 4 p.m.
George Mason University Center for the Arts | 4373 Mason Pond Drive, Fairfax, VA 22030
“America’s Got Talent” finalist Mike Super will be bringing his award-winning magic to Fairfax, complete with up-close and large-scale illusions and a healthy dose of humor.
$20-$40 | cfa.gmu.edu
Lincoln: A National Treasure
Feb. 7, 7-9 p.m.
President Lincoln’s Cottage | 140 Rock Creek Church Road NW, Washington, D.C. 20011
Join “National Treasure Hunt” podcast hosts Dr. Emily Black and Dr. Aubrey Paris for an event focusing on the intersection of two unlikely subjects: President Abraham Lincoln and the “National Treasure” film franchise. Following a lecture, there will be themed activities and opportunities for book signing.
$15 | nthuntpodcast.com
I Love My Dog Festival
Feb. 8, 1-6 p.m.
Shipgarten | 7581 Colshire Drive, Mclean, VA 22102
Have fun with your furry friends at this festival, which features a charity toy drive, pet-related vendors and a kids’ corner with children’s activities. Dog owners can compete in the Doggy Games and take home prizes for “biggest dog,” “best trick” and “best-dressed dog.”
Free | shipgarten.com
Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers with Live Brass Band
Feb. 8, 4:30 p.m. (doors open at 3:30 p.m.)
Capital One Hall | 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA 22102
As Wallace & Gromit celebrate their 30th anniversary and return to the big screen for the first time in nearly 20 years, see where it all started for the animated British comedy duo. The pair’s second film, “The Wrong Trousers,” will be screened with live accompaniment.
$30 | aardman.com
Maryland Terrapins Ultimate Gameday Fan Experience
Feb. 9, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Xfinity Center | 8500 Paint Branch Drive, College Park, MD 20740
Are you a Maryland Terrapins fan or a University of Maryland alum? Get a unique game day experience at this UMD vs. Rutgers game. Kids can participate in a kids’ high-five tunnel and a post-game shooting activity.
$28.50-$129.88 | proathletesdirect.com
Natural Hair Fest DC Metro
Feb. 16, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
College Park Marriott Hotel and Conference Center | 3501 University Blvd. E, Hyattsville, MD 20783
This “healthy hair symposium” is all about natural hair, from protective styles to weaves. More than 25 vendors focused on natural hair -related products and services are planned to attend, as well as beauty industry professionals.
$23.18 | naturalhairfest.com
