THURSDAY 3
Pottery Paint Night at The Public House in Manassas
Cafe Pottery is different from other painting nights at local restaurants and bars. At this painting night, you can artistically paint on a piece of handmade pottery that you can use in your daily life. There is no formal direction, and everyone creates their own unique designs! $20, 6 p.m., Public House Kitchen & Brewery, Manassas, VA.
Miss Saigon
Experience the acclaimed “thrilling, soaring, and spectacular” (The London Times) new production of the legendary musical Miss Saigon, from the creators of Les Misérables. $49-$175, 7:30 p.m., The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C.
FRIDAY 4
Pop Georgetown: A Locally Made Winter Pop-Up
Pop Georgetown is a retail pop-up store featuring art, accessories, apparel, home decor, personal care and packaged food products from local makers and businesses located within Washington DC. Come experience DC’s local favorites and discover new brands in our local neighborhoods. FREE, 11 a.m., 1631 Wisconsin Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C.,
My Father’s Dragon
Dragons are real and imaginations soar in this wordless and visually enchanting production sure to please the whole family! The story follows the adventures of a young child who stows away to Wild Island with a new cat companion in an attempt to rescue a captive baby dragon. There, the hero learns to rely on the power of a creative imagination while discovering their own self worth and the power of friendship. $20, 11 a.m, Synetic Theater, Arlington, VA.
Impulse at Crystal City
Experience Impulse, an interactive work comprising a series of 15 seesaws that emit light and sound that changes when in motion, creating an ever-changing experience. By playing on the seesaws, you create a dynamic light and sound wave giving a pulse of warmth to the winter’s short days and dark nights. FREE, 11 a.m.,
Discovery Day: Rocks, Minerals & Fossils
Explore rocks, minerals, and fossils with the Gem, Mineral, & Lapidary Society of Montgomery County and the Calvert Marine Museum. The fluorescent mineral display will be enLIGHTening and visitors may get bitten by the fossil hunting bug when they see the shark’s teeth display. Recommended for ages 5 and up. FREE, 10 a.m., Gaithersburg Community Museum, Gaithersburg, MD.
SUNDAY 6
Cinderella
This wacky retelling of the beloved fairy tale takes Cinderella on a royal adventure complete with a wisecracking rat, evil stepsisters and a smitten prince. When Cinderella’s stepmother forbids her from attending the ball, her fairy godmother convinces her that if the shoe fits, wear it! True love may await her if only she can put down her sword. $15-$35, 1:30 p.m., Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Ave., Bethesda, MD.
Paint & Brew
Come paint this winter scene at Forge Brew Works while enjoying a flight of 4! Try anything ranging from a Doppelbock to a Saison, a Strong Golden Ale to an easy drinking Golden Lager. $34. 3-5 p.m., Forge Brew Works, Lorton, VA.
Miss Saigon
Experience the acclaimed “thrilling, soaring, and spectacular” (The London Times) new production of the legendary musical Miss Saigon, from the creators of Les Misérables. $49-$175, The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Washington, D.C., 1:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
