Category Archives: Art

Where to Play on the Weekdays: February 13-17

  Monday – Start the week with story time at Kinder Haus Toys. The Clarendon shop host readings for children every Monday and Friday at 10:30am.  And if you’re looking to do some kids’ gift shopping, the store has quite … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: February 11-12

  This post is going to serve a dual purpose.  Along with my regular list of weekend happenings, I want to make some blog roll shout-outs.  It’s been too long since I’ve done so, plus I’ve got good reason for … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: February 4-5

  Two years ago this month, I remember thinking that I couldn’t picture DC without two feet of snow blanketing the sidewalks, streets, front yards, and green spaces.  We temporarily replaced the stroller with a sled, and snow boots became … Continue reading

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Where to Play on the Weekdays: January 30-February 3

  Monday – Since I just wrote a big post about it, and because it’s one of DC’s best attractions for kids, visit the National Museum of Natural History.  See if there’s an exhibit you have yet to explore. Tuesday … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: January 27-29

  Who would ever guess that near-60-degree nice days in DC would be a regular occurrence in the middle of winter?  This is exactly why this weekend round-up is steeped with recommendations that take place indoors, despite at least one … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: January 20-22

  I have to start this weekend round-up with a special shout-out. It was six years ago yesterday that my  favorite little man arrived, and life became a fantastic adventure I never could have imagined prior to becoming a parent. … Continue reading

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More Art After School at Comet Ping Pong

A few months ago I posted about Art After School, a unique weekly art program for kids ages 6-11 that took place at Comet Ping Pong in October/November 2011.  That four-session “sneak peek” of the program proved to be a … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: January 13-15

  Our museums will be full of special events this weekend — good timing, as a blast of chilly weather is on its way (to be followed by a heat wave, I’m sure).  For some off the Mall activities, there’s … Continue reading

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Drop in for Art and Fun at the National Gallery this Winter

  When it comes to museums, the National Gallery of Art isn’t exactly a go-to venue for our family.  Besides a near disaster there a couple of years ago (think unwitting child almost putting his hand through a canvas), my … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: January 6-8

  Free museum and art activities, family entertainment, and a strong recommendation to enjoy the nice weather while it lasts comprise this weekend round-up. As for our family, we’re adding a little celebration to the mix… Three years ago today, … Continue reading

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