"The Uncle Devin Show" Ages 2-6 are invited to make noise with a world of percussion instruments as they learn why percussion is the easiest, oldest and most diverse form of musical creativity. Thursday-Friday, 10:15 and 11:30 a.m. S. Dillon Ripley Center, Discovery Theater, 1100 Jefferson Dr. SW. 202-633-8700. www.discoverytheater.org. $8, ages 2-16 $6, age 1 and younger $3.
"We the People: Making a More Perfect Union, One Generation at a Time" A 20-minute film celebrating the national ideals of democracy, opportunity and freedom. Thursdays at 10:30 and 11:30 a.m., and 1:30 and 2:30 p.m. National Museum of American History, 14th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-633-1000. www.americanhistory.si.edu. Free.
Garden tour with parents and kids in snugglers A 45-minute guided tour with different aspects weekly, strollers and older siblings will not be admitted. Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. through Feb. 25. U.S. Botanic Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. www.usbg.gov. Free, registration required.
Washington Cathedral behind the scenes Age 11 and older. See gargoyles and stained-glass windows and climb stairs for a panoramic view of the city. Bring a camera. Weekdays except holidays at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Through Feb. 29. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-2228. www.nationalcathedral.org. $25, age 11 and 12 $21.
Thurgood Marshall Remembered A National Park Service ranger discusses who went to college with Thurgood Marshall, first black Supreme Court Justice: Cab Calloway, Langston Hughes and Kwame Nkrumah and what that conversation sounded like. Thursday, Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, 1964 Independence Ave. SW. 202-359-1532. Free.
"Through the Eye of the Needle: The Art of Esther Nisenthal Krinitz" The 30-minute documentary features the story of Holocaust survivors in stitched and embroidered images. Noon, The George Washington University Museum and the Textile Museum, 701 21st St. NW. 202-994-7394. museum.gwu.edu. Free.
National Sales Taxes in the U.S. and Great Britain, 1940-1973 Carl-Henry Geschwind will discuss his comparative study of sales taxes, part of a book project, "Cheap Gasoline, Dear Petrol." Noon. National Archives, Room G-25, 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-357-5000. Free.
Memorials of the Tidal Basin National Park Service rangers lead walking tours of the Martin Luther King Jr., Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Thomas Jefferson memorials. Daily at Noon and 4 p.m. Through Feb. 29. Meet at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, West Potomac Park, between the Lincoln and Jefferson memorials, Independence Avenue SW. 202-426-6841. Free.
Baby lap time Babies and their adult companions are introduced to books, songs, rhymes, tickles and bounces for 20 to 30 minutes. Thursdays and Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW. clevelandparklibrary@dc.gov. 202-282-3080. Free.
Music for kids Age 5 and younger and an adult companion will be exposed to books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays that introduce them to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Thursdays at 2 p.m. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. georgetownlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-0232. Free.
America InSight: Tours for blind or low-vision visitors Docent-led tour of the collection with rich verbal description and discussion. 3:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, F Street Lobby, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Afterschool lounge For ages 11-19, group study facilities, space for board and card games, conversation and snack area, crafts, trivia, tournaments, video games and other activities on a rotating basis. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. Free.
After-school workshops AALEAD, an after-school program for middle and high school students, runs workshops on leadership development, educational empowerment and community. Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-6 p.m. Northwest One Library, Meeting Room, 155 L St. NW. northwestonelibrary@dc.gov. 202-939-5946. Free.
Chess for kids Master chess instructor guides you from learning the basics to advancing your level of skill. Thursdays at 5 p.m. Cleveland Park Library, 3310
Connecticut Ave. NW. clevelandparklibrary@dc.gov.. 202-282-3080. Free.
Take 5! Kenny Nunn Quartet Listen to live jazz as saxophonist Kenny Nunn and his quartet of Howard University musicians perform Hank Mobley's "hard bop" music, refreshments at the Courtyard Café, where visitors may borrow a board game to play during the concert. 5-7 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Kogod Courtyard, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
"Shear Madness" A comedy-mystery set in Georgetown, audience participation helps solve a mock murder. Thursdays at 5 and 8 p.m., Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 6 and 9 p.m., Sundays at 3 and 7 p.m. Mondays at 8 p.m., Tuesdays-Wednesdays 5 and 8 p.m. through Feb. 28. Kennedy Center, Theater Lab, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. $50.
Garden inspirations with Charlotte Moss One of Charlotte Moss's greatest muses is the garden, and her ninth book, "Garden Inspirations," shows the myriad ways the garden provides everyday inspiration, indoors and outdoors, touring readers through her own garden, Moss offers insights on how to bring the garden into your life and home. 5:30-8 p.m. Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW. 202-686-5807. www.hillwoodmuseum.org. $20, $10 members, $7 students.
Art Signs: Gallery Talk in ASL A volunteer American Sign Language gallery guide leads conversations about various artworks. 5:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, F Street Lobby, Eighth and F streets NW. Free. 202-633-1000.
Classical music concert Students from the Cleveland Institute of Music perform works by Johann Strauss, Mozart, Schumann, Mahler and Janacek. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free tickets, up to 2 per person, distributed in the States Gallery at 5:30 p.m.
Learn to play chess For all ages and experience levels. Thursdays and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Deanwood Library, 1350 49th St. NE. deanwoodlibrary@dc.gov. 202-698-1175. Free.
African American history lecture Historian C.R. Gibbs discusses "Grand Theft Africa: The Original Scramble for the Black Continent." 7 p.m. Dorothy I. Height/Benning Library, Dorothy I. Height , 3935 Benning Rd. NE. benninglibrary@dc.gov. 202-281-2583. Free.
Memoir and essay writing club Communications expert Maura Policelli teaches how to share your stories with others. Thursdays at 7 p.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1488. Free.
Why Lincoln still matters Lincoln scholar Harold Holzer moderates a panel with Martha Hodges, Craig Symonds and Lucas Morel, sharing personal reflections on the importance of the life and work of President Lincoln and how that work continues to provide guidance and inspiration for our future. 7 p.m. National Archives, Constitution Avenue and Seventh Street NW. 202-357-5000. 202-357-5000.
"A Midsummer Night's Dream" A new staging by Aaron Posner of William Shakespeare's magical comedy. Washington actor Holly Twyford stars as Bottom and Erin Weaver stars as Puck. Thursdays, Tuesdays-Thursdays 7:30 p.m. Fridays 8 p.m. Saturdays 2 and 8 p.m. Sundays 2 and 7 p.m. Through March 6. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol St. SE. 202-544-7077. www.folger.edu. $35-$75 with discounts available to seniors, students, educators, groups, and military.
"St. Nicholas" Laura Giannarelli directs Washington Stage Guild's performance of Conor McPherson's play about a jaded Dublin theater critic who abandons everything to follow a young actress to London where he has a chance meeting with a vampire. Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Friday at 8 p.m. Saturday at 2:30 and 8 p.m. Sunday at 2:30 p.m. Through Feb. 21. Mount Vernon Place United Methodist Church, Undercroft Theatre, 900 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 240-582-0050. info@stageguild.org. www.stageguild.org. Friday-Saturday evenings $50, other shows $40, discounts for seniors, students and groups.
"The Sisters Rosensweig" Kasi Campbell directs Wendy Wasserstein's comedy about three very different sisters, a no-nonsense international banker, a kvelling mother of four and a bohemian world-traveling journalist, who reunite for a 54th birthday celebrations that have unexpected revelations. Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at noon and 8 p.m., Saturday at 3 and 8 p.m., Sunday at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. NW. 202-518-9400. $12-$67.
Legacy Street Written by Lauren Jane Redmond, a Catholic University M.F.A. playwriting candidate. Directed by Mark Routhier. Following the takedown of a local drug lord, the inhabitants of Legacy Street struggle to hold on to what little they have left. Thursday and Saturday 7:30 p.m. Sunday 2 p.m. Catholic University, Hartke Theatre, 3801 Harewood Rd. NE. 202-319-4000. cua-drama@cua.edu. drama.cua.edu. Tickets are $15 for general admission; $10 for senior citizens, military, CUA alumni, faculty, and staff; and $5 for students.
"The Glass Menagerie" Mark Ramont directs Tennessee Williams's breakout drama about a family whose Southern matriarch constantly frets over her two live-in adult children, an emotional and enduring family drama for age 12 and older.Thursday-Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Ford's Theatre, 511 10th St. NW. 202-347-4833. $17-$64.
"Sweat" World premiere from the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Kate Whoriskey directs Lynn Nottage's play about close friends who share everything from drinks, secrets and laughs until layoff rumors shake up the local steel mill, test the fragile but fraying bonds of their community and send shock waves across two generations. Thursday-Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m., Sunday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Arena Stage, Kreeger Theater, 1101 Sixth St. SW. 202-488-3300 or www.arenastage.org. $40-$90, subject to change and based on availability.
"Collaborators" A dark comedy based on an imaginary relationship between Russian writer Mikhail Bulgakov and dictator Joseph Stalin. Thursdays-Saturdays and Thursdays 8 p.m. Sundays 3 p.m. through March 6, Spooky Action Theater, 1810 16th. St., NW. www.spookyaction.org. $15-$35.
"The City of Conversation" Doug Hughes directs Anthony Giardina's off-Broadway hit about politics and family as they make for polarizing bedfellows with Georgetown hostess Hester Ferris running in an elite circle, opening her home for political foes to lay down arms and raise a glass. Thursdays-Fridays at 8 p.m., Saturdays at 2 and 8 p.m., Sundays at 2 and 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays-Wednesdays at 7:30 p.m. Through March 6. Noon Tuesday.Arena Stage, Fichandler Stage, 1101 Sixth St. SW. 202-488-3300 or www.arenastage.org. $45-$90, subject to change and based on availability.
Friday, Feb. 19
Baby and toddler story time Age 2 and younger, 20-30 minute programs full of books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays, introduce your child to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Fridays at 10 a.m. Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1288. Free, ticket required.
Conversation Circles Adults may practice their English and learn about American history and culture through the art of portraiture, program starts promptly at 10 a.m. with an interactive gallery talk led by a Portrait Gallery educator. Fridays from 10 a.m.-noon., National Portrait Gallery, G St. lobby, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Children's safety seats and belts inspection DC Safe Kids ensures the proper installation of seats and belts. Fridays from 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. THEARC, parking lot, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-476-3618. www.thearcdc.org. Free.
Preschool story time Ages 3-5 and their adult caregivers explore stories and activities that encourage them to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning in this 30-40 minute program designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children's imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. tenleylibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1488. Free, tickets distributed at the Children's Desk 30 minutes before the program starts.
Bilingual Spanish story time Age 5 and younger and their adult companion, stories, songs, dances and more in English and Spanish. Fridays at 10 a.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov. 202-671-3121. Free.
Preschool story time Age 3-5 and an adult companion will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning in a 30-40 minute session that is designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children's imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Fridays at 11 a.m. Southeast Library, 403 Seventh St. SE. southeastlibrary@dc.gov. 202-698-3377. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before each story time.
Toddler story time Ages 18-36 months and a caregiver will be treated to books, songs and fun activities designed to develop your child's language skills in these 20-30 minute programs. Fridays at 11:30 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1488. Free.
Lunchtime tour of the garden Visit a jungle, desert and tropical paradise, travel back to the Jurassic period or tour with a guide who will connect the exotic plant world to everyday life, look at bananas, cacao and coffee ripening on the tree or learn about the next big breakthrough in medical plant research. Fridays, Mondays and Wednesdays at noon, Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Through Feb. 29. U.S. Botanic Garden, Conservatory Garden Court, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. www.usbg.gov. Free.
Classical piano recital Pianist Christopher Schmitt performs Sergei Prokofiev's "Romeo and Juliet: Ten Pieces for Piano" on the church's newly rebuilt Steinway concert grand piano. 12:15-1 p.m. National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Cir. NW. 202-797-0103. Free.
Open Studio Fridays Visitors may experiment with various art materials each week or explore the museum with a Portrait Discovery Kit. Fridays from 1-6 p.m. National Portrait Gallery, Education Center, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Classical music concert Students from the Yale School of Music perform works by Ligeti, Verdi, Bresnick, Monteverdi and Schifrin. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free tickets, up to two per person, distributed in the States Gallery at 5:30 p.m.
Day of Remembrance: Japanese American Incarceration and the Art of Identity Conversation, performance and donation ceremony with Roger Shimomura, a multifaceted Japanese American artist who works as a painter, printmaker, performance artist, professor and collector and is a camp survivor who will donate objects from his time in the camp, followed by journalist David Ono leading a discussion with Shimomura about his life in the camp and his art and a performance by Regie Cabico, a Filipino American poet and spoken word artist who has appeared on HBO and MTV. 6:30 p.m. National Museum of American History, 14th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Friday ARTnights: Knit and sip All experience levels welcome, bring your own project or buy an instructor's kit that teaches the basic skills, light refreshments, coffee, tea and wine served. 7-9 p.m. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE. 202-547-6839. www.chaw.org. $30/session + optional $10 for a starter ball of yard and knitting needles.
Br'er Cotton Playwright Tearrance Chisholm's thesis play about a young, gifted man who is deeply affected by the Black Lives Matter movement. Friday 7:30 p.m. Saturday 2 p.m. Catholic University, Hartke Theatre, 3801 Harewood Rd. NE. 202-319-4000. drama.cua.edu. $15, seniors, military, Catholic University alumni, faculty and staff $10, students $5.
"Into the Woods" The Benjamin T. Rome School of Music spring musical takes favorite storybook characters and brings them together. Music and lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim, with a book by James Lapine. Fridays-Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., Sundays at 2 p.m. Through Feb. 28. Catholic University, Ward Recital Hall, 620 Michigan Ave. NE. 202-319-5414. cua-music@cua.edu. music.cua.edu. Tickets are $20 for general admission; $10 for seniors and CUA alumni/faculty/staff; and $5 for students and children younger than 8.
Georgetown University: Black Movements Dance Theatre The contemporary dance theater company presents new commissions by guest choreographers and signature pieces. Friday-Saturday at 8 p.m. Georgetown University, Davis Performing Arts Center, 37th and O streets NW. 202-687-ARTS (2787). performingarts.georgetown.edu. $10, $8 students.
Minerals lecture George Mason University scientist Robert M. Hazen discusses "chance vs. necessity in mineral evolution, a new approach to an ancient subject," sponsored by Philosophical Society of Washington. 8 p.m. Cosmos Club, John Wesley Powell Auditorium, 2170 Florida Ave. NW. 703-370-5282. Free.
Saturday, Feb. 20
LEGO time Ages 3-12 and their caregivers may build, explore and play with LEGOs and DUPLOs. Saturdays from 10 a.m. to Noon., Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov. 202-671-3121. Free.
The RTTs The Rhodes Tavern Troubadours bring toe-tapping original roots rock for the whole family as they play "Snack Time," "Turn it Up, Mommy" and other hits. 10 a.m. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000. $9.
Family story time Session packed with books and activities for all ages, promotes language and literacy skills, nurtures the love of reading and learning. Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1488. Free.
Family story time All ages welcome to use these 30-40 minute sessions to improve language and literacy skills, participation of grownups is encouraged. Every other Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW. clevelandparklibrary@dc.gov. 202-282-3080. Free.
Family story time All ages welcome to use these 30-40 minute sessions to improve language and literacy skills, participation of grownups is encouraged. Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. petworthlibrary@dc.gov. 202-243-1188. Free.
Family story time Story time fun for the entire family in 30-40 minute programs packed will books and activities that promote language and literacy skills and further your child's lifelong love of reading and learning. Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1288. Free.
Practice with Love Yoga gatherings: Practice with Love Yoga Gatherings: Stop and Smell the Roses, bring a mat to this movement that spreads love, joy and acceptance throughout the city. 10:30 a.m. U.S. Botanic Garden, Conservatory West Gallery, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. Free.
Yoga at your library Beginner level class, no experience required, bring a mat. Saturdays at 11 a.m. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. petworthlibrary@dc.gov. 202-243-1188. Free.
Trading card meetup Show your trading card prowess, swap with your opponents and others, games open to adults and teens, tournaments twice a year. Saturdays at noon., Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, Lower Level Gallery A-6, 901 G St. NW. mlkjrlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-0321. Free.
Yoga at Northwest One Beginner and intermediate levels, wear comfortable clothing, mats and blocks provided. Noon-1:30 p.m. Northwest One Library, 155 L St. NW. northwestonelibrary@dc.gov. 202-939-5946. Free.
Portrait story days: Maya Angelou Listen to a story about the African American poet who recited her specially written work at the inauguration of our first African American president, then complete an art project. Saturday from 1-4 p.m., Sunday from 2-5 p.m. National Portrait Gallery, Education Center, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Luce artist talk Flashpoint Gallery's exhibiting artist trio Dafna Steinberg, Jennifer Towner and Jenny Walton discuss where their art falls in the progression of art history, as displayed in the context of objects in the Luce Center, and elaborate on what it is like to work in a collaborative process. 1:30-3:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation , Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Classical music concert Students from the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University perform works by DiLorenzo, Hillborg, Barber, Ysaÿe, Schumann and Donizetti. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free tickets, up to two per person, distributed in the States Gallery at 5:30 p.m.
Jazz by Howard University's Afro Blue Afro Blue, Howard University's premier vocal jazz ensemble, celebrates Black History Month with a performance of group and solo numbers inspired by the African American experience. 7 p.m. All Souls Church, Unitarian, 16th and Harvard streets NW. 202-332-5266. www.all-souls.org. $20, age 18 and younger free.
The Castle Trio and Friends Pianist Lambert Orkis, violinist Marilyn McDonald and violoncellist Kenneth Slowik perform works by Brahms and Dvorak with violinist Mayumi Seiler and violist Gregory Luce. Saturday-Sunday 7:30 p.m. National Museum of American History, 14th Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-633-3030. www.smithsonianassociates.org. $28.
JP Jofre and The Hard Tango Chamber Band Argentinian tango music, bandoneon player and composer JP Jofre and his ensemble performs works by Tango master Astor Piazolla and new compositions from Jofre himself. 8 p.m. Historic Dumbarton Church, 3133 Dumbarton St. NW. 202-965-2000. $35, students/seniors $30.
"Three Days of Rain" Richard Greenberg's 1997 two-act drama, the reading of a will leads two siblings to examine their father's past and legacy. Saturdays at 8 p.m. Through Feb. 27. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE. 202-547-6839 or www.chaw.org. Free, donations accepted.
Sunday, Feb. 21
Interregnum: The Eclipse of the L'Enfant Plan In 1792 the designer of the Federal City quit. His ingenious 1791 Plan plunged into obscurity and an astonishing array of intrusions took its place. What went wrong, and with what results? 1-1:30 p.m. National Park Service Metro Kiosk, on the Mall at Jefferson Drive and 12th Street SW. Jan Buerger, 202-497-1397. Free.
Yoga at the Southeast Library Instructors from WithLoveDC teach pop-up yoga, a way for everyone to tune into their breathing as they enjoy some of the beautiful spaces around the city. Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Through Feb. 28. Southeast Library, 403 Seventh St. SE. southeastlibrary@dc.gov. 202-698-3377. Free.
Soothing Sunday yoga Perfect for beginners, featuring soothing Hatha yoga and meditation, participants must sign a waiver and be at least 18 years old. Sundays at 1:30 p.m. Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 7th St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1288. Free.
Shaw knitting and crocheting circle All experience levels welcome, special instruction for beginners, in-house training materials provided, but please bring needles and yard for your own take-home projects. Sundays at 3 p.m. through Feb. 28, Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 7th St. NW. 202-727-1288. www.dclibrary.org/watha.
Vivaldi Gloria - Cathedral Choral Society J. Reilly Lewis leads the Cathedral Choral Society, the Washington Bach Consort and soloists: sopranos Jennifer Ellis Kampani and Robin Beckman, countertenor Roger Isaacs, tenor Patrick Kilbride, and bass Karl Hempel in a performance of Vivaldi's Concerto for Oboe and Trumpet, RV 563, Nulla in mundo pax sincera, RV 630, Dixit Dominus, RV 595 and Gloria in D Major, RV 589. 4 p.m. Washington National Cathedral, 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-537-2228. www.cathedralchoralsociety.org. $25-$75.
Art Signs: Gallery Talk in ASL A volunteer American Sign Language gallery guide leads conversations about various artworks. 5:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Classical music concert Students from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music perform Carter's Gra for solo clarinet, Bach's "Chaconne" from Partita No. 2 in D minor, on marimba and movements from Saint-Saëns's Sonata No. 1 in D minor for violin and piano. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free tickets, up to 2 per person, distributed in the States Gallery at 5:30 p.m.
What Makes It Great? With Rob Kapilow The former NPR music commentator examines Haydn's Symphony No. 104, "London." 6 p.m. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-785-9727. www.washingtonperformingarts.org. $20.
Monday, Feb. 22
Baby and toddler story time Books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children birth to two-years-old to introduce children to language skills in a positive and fun environment.Mondays-Tuesdays at 10 a.m. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8698. Free.
Therapeutic yoga classes Beth Lawrence and Alaina Sadick teach various yoga postures and techniques in progressive relaxation, breathing practices and meditation to reduce stress and balance the mind, body and spirit, all experience levels welcome. Monday from 10:30-11:45 a.m. and Wednesday from 6-7:15 p.m. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600. www.smithcenter.org. $10 per class, $25/month.
Awareness through movement Carol Regan leads the Feldenkrais Method, an approach to fitness for those with injuries or in chronic pain, simple floor exercises with profound effects on posture, breathing and movement capabilities. Mondays at 12:15 p.m. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600. www.smithcenter.org. $10/class, $25 per month.
Income tax preparation help Qualified AARP tax aide helps answer your tax questions and prepares your 2015 tax return. Mondays at 2:30 p.m. Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. 202-724-4752. dclibrary.org/incometax. Free.
Tech Monday: PC Basics I Intermediate Learn how to navigate applications on the computer and more. Mondays at 3-5 p.m. Northwest One Library, 155 L St. NW. northwestonelibrary@dc.gov. 202-939-5946. Free.
Youth chess club Children learn how to play from an experienced instructor and participate in friendly games against each other. Mondays and Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Rosedale Library, 1701 Gales St. NE. rosedalelibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1502. Free.
Long-term care insurance Dupont Circle Village Live and Learn hosts attorney Alexis Cole, George Washington University Health Insurance Counseling Project, as she discusses what to look for in a policy, what it may cost, what do Medicare and Medicaid cover and what different types of insurance are available. Wheelchair accessible.
3:30-5 p.m. St. Thomas Church, 1772 Church St. NW. Reservations: Linda Harsh, 202-234-2567, lindajkh@mac.com. $10.
Fun and games Mondays Age 7 and older will work in teams to learn or create new games. Mondays at 4 p.m. except holidays. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. petworthlibrary@dc.gov. 202-243-1188. Free.
Reader's theatre For readers in grades 2-4, bring stories to life by reading aloud from scripts created from children's books, parent participation is welcome and encouraged. Mondays except holidays at 4 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov. 202-671-3121. Free.
After-school workshops AALEAD, an after-school program for middle and high school students runs workshops on leadership development, educational empowerment and community. Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-6 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, Large Meeting Room, 3160 16th St. NW. 202-671-3121. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov . Free.
American Sign Language class for beginners You may learn 100 ASL vocabulary words and rules of grammar, practice your conversation, all skill levels welcome, feel free to stay on for the intermediate level class. Mondays at 5:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. mlkjrlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-0321. Free, reservations suggested.
Classical music concert Students from the Juilliard School perform Haydn's String Quartet in B-flat Major and Mendelssohn's String Quartet in E minor. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free tickets, up to two per person, distributed in the States Gallery at 5:30 p.m.
Speaking English Practice your conversational skills, advanced beginner level, for those who can read, write and carry on conversations in English. Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Mt. Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. 202-671-3121. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov. Free.
Six more Italian regions worth discovering Fred Plotkin, expert on all things Italy, discusses its somewhat small size on a map, a country with enormous diversity of culture, topography, cuisine, language and traditions, and with more biodiversity and contributions to the worlds artistic heritage than any other nation, with special emphasis on Lombardy, the country's wealthiest and most diverse region with its superior technology, fashion, media, opera and design, a nation that produces remarkable cheeses, beef, rice, corn, lake and river fish, mushrooms and berries, and superb red and sparkling wines. 6:45-9 p.m. S. Dillon Ripley Center, 1100 Jefferson Dr. SW. 202-633-3030. www.smithsonianassociates.org. $45.
African American history lecture Historian C.R. Gibbs discusses "Science in Early and Medieval Africa." 7 p.m. Capitol View Library, 5001 Central Ave. SE. 202-645-0755. capitolviewlibrary@dc.gov. Free.
Literary Celebration with the Birmingham Jail Players Birmingham Jail Players, accompanied by staff members from Palisades Library, recite works by notable black authors, poets, artists and intellectuals in celebration of Black History Month. 7:30 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. 202-282-3139. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov. Free.
Zumba Instructor Roshaunda Jenkins leads a one-hour fitness and dance workout, all experience levels welcome. Mondays at 7:30 p.m. Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. 202-724-4752. southwestlibrary@dc.gov. Free.
Tuesday, Feb. 23
Income tax preparation help A qualified AARP tax aide helps answer your tax questions and prepares your 2015 tax return. Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m. Anacostia Library, 1800 Good Hope Rd. SE. dclibrary.org/incometax. 202-715-7707. Free.
Yoga for seniors Instructors Robin or Sarah will lead. 10 a.m. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. 202-727-0232. georgetownlibrary@dc.gov. Free, email geoyogarsvp@gmail.com.
Dogs like to read, too (Paws to read) Children from families or in groups are invited to make a date to read to a furry friend. Select Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Capitol View Library, 5001 Central Ave. SE. capitolviewlibrary@dc.gov. 202-645-0755. Free.
Toddler story time A 20-30 minute program for ages 18-36 months and a caregiver, books, songs and fun activities designed to help children develop language skills. Tuesdays at 11:30 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. Free, get tickets no later than 11 a.m. at Children's Desk.
Preschool story time Share the fun of reading with your children ages 3-5 years! Children and their grownups, will explore stories and activities to encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning. These 30-40 minute programs are designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children's imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8698. Free.
Seedlings Ages 6-10, accompanied by an adult, Lee Coykendall, a children's education specialist, discusses how amazing plants really are as the children participate in a mix of hands-on investigations, planting projects and science-based activities. Tuesdays from 10:30 a.m.-noon.U.S. Botanic Garden, Conservatory Garden Court, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. www.usbg.gov. Free, registration required.
Preschool story time Ages 3-5 and their caregivers explore stories and activities that encourage a lifelong love of reading and learning in 30-40 sessions that promote language and listening skills, expand children's imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Tuesdays at 10:45 a.m. Takoma Park Library, 416 Cedar St. NW. 202-576-7252. takomaparklibrary@dc.gov. Free.
Chair yoga classes Gently adapted for safe performance seated in supported poses that promote deep relaxation and mental clarity, all experience levels welcome. Tuesdays at noon. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600. www.smithcenter.org. $10/class, $25/month.
Classical music for Black History Month Program observing important events and music in the history of the African diaspora. 12:10 p.m. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635, Ext. 20. $10.
Health literacy for healthy living Learn to find and assess quality online health information, taught by a Project of Intermediate Advocates staff member. Bring a flash drive to save your class documents. 1-3:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. Free.
Sketching: draw and discover Draw inspiration from artists' sketches and objects on display in the Luce Foundation, then sketch on the center's workshop, bring a sketchbook and pencils, other materials provided. Tuesdays at 2:30-4:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation Center, 3rd Floor, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.
Chess club for kids and teens Learn the game plus strategy and good sportsmanship. Tuesdays at 4 p.m. through March 1, Parklands-Turner Library, 1547 Alabama Ave. SE. parklandsturnerlibrary@dc.gov. 202-645-4532. Free.
Income tax preparation assistance Free tax preparation assistance provided by Community Tax Aid. Mondays through Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. 202-727-0321. mlkjrlibrary@dc.gov. Free.
DC Legendary Musicians Band Performance with emcee/hip-hop artist Cash Jones. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free.
Yoga for adults and teens Instructor Mary Koehler teaches all fitness levels, bring a mat or borrow one from the library. Tuesdays at 7 p.m. Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. southwestlibrary@dc.gov. 202-724-4752. Free.
Wednesday, Feb. 24
What Thomas Jefferson really thought about slavery A National Park Service ranger tells about the third president's idea of "all men are created equal," but that he had hundreds of slaves and more. Wednesdays from 11-11:45 a.m. and 3-3:45 p.m. Thomas Jefferson Memorial, 900 Ohio Dr. SW. Dave Rappel. 202-359-1533. Free.
Gallery talk Chief Curator Kathryn Wat discusses highlights from exhibition "Pathmakers: Women in Art, Craft, and Design, Midcentury and Today." Noon-12:30 p.m. National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave. NW. 202-783-5000. Free.
Parks and People Steve Coleman, co-founder and president of Washington Parks & People, a partnership that harnessed the power of community to help cut crime in and around Meridian Hill/Malcolm X Park by over 95 percent, discusses the inspiring lessons learned from this effort and issues a call to action for the new Think Outside campaign. 12:30 p.m. National Building Museum, 401 F St. NW. 202-272-2448. $10.
Creative writing in the afternoon Reza, a library associate with an MA in creative writing from Johns Hopkins University, leads the class. Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE. northeastlibrary@dc.gov. 202-698-0058. Free.
Lunder behind the scenes Learn how museum conservators use science, art history and skilled hands to preserve museum objects. Wednesdays at 3 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation Center, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. 202-633-7970. americanart.si.edu. Free.
Afterschool lounge Ages 11-19 may sit and chat with friends, play games or just chill in a group study room, game space, lounge or snack area. Thursdays, Mondays and Wednesdays at 3:30 p.m. except holidays. Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. southwestlibrary@dc.gov. 202-724-4752. Free.
Board game bonanza Ages 6-12 and their family members are encouraged to come and play classic games including Scrabble, Monopoly, Connect Four, Sorry and others. Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE. northeastlibrary@dc.gov. 202-698-0058. Free.
BARS workshop For youth who enjoy rapping and writing spoken word poems, write new songs to original beats and poems to record and perform. Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 7th St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov. 202-727-1288. www.dclibrary.org/watha. Free.
ScottClark4tet concert Performance of its new suite "Bury My Heart." 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free.
Chess Club Learn how to play or improve your skills, all ages and skill levels welcome. Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. Francis A. Gregory Library, 3660 Alabama Ave. SE. 202-698-6373. francisgregorylibrary@dc.gov. Free.
Yoga with Caroline Bring water and a mat, wear comfortable clothing, all experience levels. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE. 202-698-0058. Free.
PAL (People animals love) Pajama Party Pajama party with doggies, come in your jammies for a doggie story time and an opportunity to read to a PAL dog. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov. 202-671-3121. Free.
12th Annual Showcase of Academy Award-nominated documentaries and short subjects Screenings of films in the Documentary Feature, Documentary Short Subject, Live Action Short Film and Animated Short Film categories. Call 202-357-6814 for times and to register for seating. National Archives, William G. McGowan Theater, Constitution Avenue and Seventh Street NW. 202-357-5000. Free.
Thursday, Feb. 25
The Peale Painter Dynasty and Thomas Jefferson A National Park Service ranger discusses Charles Wilson Peale's family painting of the Founding Fathers and tells how they worked with Jefferson on science expeditions and received two live grizzly bear cubs from him. Thomas Jefferson Memorial, lower level, 900 Ohio Dr. SW. Joseph Mohr Jr. 202-359-1532. Free.
Genealogy research using the U.S. Congressional Serial Set Chief Librarian Jeffery Hartley discusses how to use this resource for family history research, including African American genealogy, and show how to use the digital version, www.archives.gov. 2 p.m. National Archives, 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-357-5000. Free.
"Feelings Are Facts: The Life of Yvonne Rainer" Jack Walsh's documentary about late-comer to the art of dance and her work in film. Part of the Washington Jewish Film Festival. 6:15 p.m. Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. NW. 202-777-3250. www.wjff.org. $16.90.
"Wedding Doll" Nitzan Gilady's 2015 film about a young woman with a mild mental disability who works in a toilet paper factory and lives with her nurturing and protective single mother, until she falls in love with the son of the factory owner who plans on closing the business, in Hebrew with English subtitles. Part of the Washington Jewish Film Festival.
8:30 p.m. Washington D.C. Jewish Community Center, 1529 16th St. NW. 202-777-3250. www.wjff.org. $16.90.
"Demon" Marcin Wrona's 2015 film, a chilling, modern interpretation of the Dybbuk legend in which Piotr's joy at visiting his bride-to-be at her Polish home is quickly upended by his discovery of human bones on the property, in Polish and Yiddish with English subtitles. Part of the Washington Jewish Film Festival.8:45 p.m.
E Street Cinema, 555 11th St. NW. 202-777-3250. www.wjff.org. $16.90.
Upper northwest knitters Learn to knit or crochet, supplies are free.Tuesdays at 7-9 p.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. tenleylibrary@dc.gov. Free.
"Black Angels Over Tuskegee" Story of the Tuskegee Airmen, the African American and Caucasian men and women involved in the Tuskegee Experience, an Army Air Corps program that trained African Americans to fly and maintain combat aircraft. Thursday-Friday at 7:30 p.m. THEARC, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-889-5901 or www.thearcdc.org. $20, in advance $15, age 12 and younger $10.
Shofuso, the Japanese house and gardens Kim Andrews explores how traditional Japanese gardens reflect the history and principles of the tea ceremony at Philadelphia's Shofuso Japanese House and Garden. 5:30-8 p.m. Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW. 202-686-5807. www.hillwoodmuseum.org. $20, $10 members, $7 students.
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