Category Archives: Live Entertainment

Last Minute Ideas for the Day Off

  If you’re looking for some things to do on the day off from school and work, here are a few ideas.  Many of these are repeats from previous posts, just compiled in one place to let you know what’s … Continue reading

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The Weekend Round-Up: February 18-20

  Celebrate our former Presidents, sharpen the science and engineering skills, drop in for a museum program, enjoy nature both outside and in, catch some live entertainment, discover the charm of Baltimore.  There’s plenty to enjoy with the family this weekend. … Continue reading

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Party at George’s Place! (And More Ways to Celebrate Presidents Day in DC)

It’s not surprising that Presidents Day is a big holiday ’round these parts. There are scores of events and activities happening this weekend to celebrate George Washington and Abraham Lincoln’s birthdays. So many that I decided give them their own … Continue reading

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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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Review: Peter and the Wolf at The Puppet Co.

The Puppet Co.’s latest production, Peter and the Wolf, is only running for two more weekends at the playhouse in Glen Echo, which means you better get your tickets soon. Because, in a nutshell, it’s one terrific show. The one-man, … Continue reading

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Where to Play on the Weekdays: February 6-10

  Monday - Engage in imaginative play in the various themed rooms and crafts areas at the Playseum. Admission is $6/person (siblings under 10 months are free) and is good for the whole day. Locations in Capitol Hill and Bethesda are … 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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