This week, the DMV is buzzing with exciting events, opportunities to connect and places to explore.
From historical and artistic galleries to festive Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations, there’s something for everyone.
Plus, to learn about more fun events around the DMV, remember to check out the Washington Informer Calendar.
Tuesday, March 17
Pot of Gold Fresh Flower Workshop
6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m | $92
Blooming Blossoms | 15430 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD,20905
This Saint Patrick’s Day, come celebrate with a beautifully crafted bouquet of fresh cut flowers from Blooming Blossoms. In this hands-on workshop, master floral mechanics and learn how to create a wild, asymmetrical “overflowing” look that mimics a treasure found at the end of the rainbow. No experience is necessary, and all professional tools are provided.
3 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Busboys and Poets | 2004 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE, Washington, D.C., 20020
Create community when stopping by Anacostia’s Busboys and Poets for a casual conversation with fellow library patrons and neighbors. This informal gathering offers a chance to connect, share ideas, and meet new people in a relaxed setting. Coffee and tea will be provided, making it the perfect opportunity to sit back, chat, and enjoy good company.
Wednesday, March 18
10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Howard University | 2397 Sixth Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20059
Honor the legacy, impact, and future of the Black Press by joining Howard University and the National Newspaper Publishers Association in bringing together journalists, scholars, and community leaders to explore the enduring role of Black media in truth-telling, advocacy, and community empowerment.
Through dynamic conversations and historical reflection, the celebration highlights the power of the Black Press to inform, uplift, and shape the national narrative — past, present, and future.
Profs & Pints DC: The Irish and the America’s Revolution
6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. | $13
Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital | 921 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, D.C. 20003
Keep St. Patrick’s Day going another day by coming to Washington, D.C.’s Hill Center for a fascinating discussion of the many connections between Ireland and America in the Revolutionary War era. The event features Sam Fisher, an associate professor of history at Catholic University of America, scholar of colonial America and early modern Britain and Ireland, and author of “The Gaelic and Indian Origins of the American Revolution.”
Thursday, March 19
1:30 p.m. | $139.70+
The National Theatre | 1321 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C., 20004
Head to the National Theatre to see a “Beauty and the Beast,” “tale as old as time,” Broadway musical, with music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Tim Rice and a book by Linda Woolverton.
EmpowHER: Building Bold Businesses in a Changing Economy
9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | $44.52
The Universities at Shady Grove | 9630 Gudelsky Drive Building II, Rockville, MD, 20850
Join this small business conference and resource fair to connect, share strategies, and access resources to succeed in today’s business landscape.
Friday, March 20
PASSION PLAYS | A FESTIVAL: For Women Serving Time
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. | $35+
Dupont Underground | 9 Dupont Cir NW, Washington, D.C., 20036
Persian-American poet and scholar Fatemeh Keshavarz joins jazz pianist and composer Adrienne Torf to make a new piece of opera-theater that fuses Faure’s Requiem, jazz elements, and Brechtian theatrical traditions in a powerful contemplation of the human experiences contained in “female incarceration in America.”
Potomac Water Taxi Sightseeing Cruises
*Time and location depend on Cruise Selection* | $31+
Want to experience the cherry blossoms but only have time for a quick trip? The popular Cherry Blossom Water Taxi tour offers stunning, up-close views of the blooms along the Potomac River shoreline. Ride between D.C.’s hottest waterfront destinations and avoid the foot traffic of the tidal basin.
Saturday, March 21
10 a.m. | $27+
Imagination Stage, 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda, MD, 20814
In this brand-new show, children will discover the beauty of the world during daytime and nighttime. This event is best for ages 1-4.
The Black Family Wellness Expo
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.| Free
Kenilworth Recreation Center, 4321 Ord St NE, Washington, D.C., 20019
The Metropolitan (DC) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated invites attendees to their Black Family Wellness Expo, an effort to reduce health and economic disparities, and save and improve the lives of members of the Black community.
Sunday, March 22
2 p.m. – 5 p.m. | Free
Reston Community Center, 2310 Colts Neck Road, Reston, VA, 20191
Connect with local experts and businesses to explore holistic health, fitness, nutrition, and wellness resources. Discover new ways to live healthier in Reston.
1 p.m. – 4 p.m. | $20
Mr. Henry’s Restaurant, 601 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, D.C., 20003
Join Time II Eternity Band for Blue Notes and Brunch – where smooth jazz meets soulful flavors and your weekend slows down just right!