From the rhythmic flow of tai chi and jazz to the creative energy of poetry, open mics and knitting clubs, there is an experience for every interest and to create connections across the Washington metropolitan area.
Dive into the DMV’s weekend highlights with this curated event snapshot and for more fun, head over to the Washington Informer Calendar!
Thursday, April 2
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.| Free
Oakton Library, Meeting Rooms 1 & 2, 10304 Lynnhaven Place, Oakton, VA, 22124
Have fun with the whole family playing various rounds of spring-themed bingo games.
7 p.m. | Free
Union Market, 1309 5th Street NE, Washington, D.C., 20002
Sign up on-site to share work aloud at The Hour’s newest open mic series curated by award-winning poet María Fernanda.
Friday, April 3
4 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.; 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Free
Cornerstone Church, 16010 Annapolis Road, Bowie, MD, 20715
Join Cornerstone Church for the Good Friday Experience, an immersive musical production that intertwines drama, music, and dance to bring the timeless story of the Gospel to life, and offers a transformative and powerful time to worship, reflect, and celebrate.
Jazz In the Park – Celebration of Jazz Appreciation Month
5 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. | Free
Eastern Market Metro Park, 701 Pennsylvania Avenue SE, Washington, D.C., 20003
Attend a night filled with smooth tunes and good vibes at Eastern Market Metro Plaza Park. Get ready to groove to the sounds of talented jazz musicians as the event celebrates Jazz Appreciation Month in style.
Saturday, April 4
Extreme Cleanup at Glenmont Local Park
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Free
Glenmont Local Park, 3201 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD, 20906
Join Rock Creek Conservancy and Montgomery Parks for a litter removal restoration event in Rock Creek Park.
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | $34.58
Omni Shoreham Hotel, 2500 Calvert Street NW, Washington, D.C., 20008
Enjoy a low-impact, mind-body exercise that originated in China in the 12th century as a martial art and form of meditation. This class is led by Master Nick Gracenin, who has a 46-year career as a teacher of Qigong, Tai Chi, Chinese Yoga (Dao Yin), and Chinese Martial Arts, and was awarded medals for U.S. Teams at six world championships for Chinese Martial Arts.
Align and Ascend with Dr. Z and Kamal Ben Ali
10 a.m. | Free
Busboys and Poets, 5331 Baltimore Avenue, Hyattsville, MD, 20781
Learn from Dr. Zayd Abdul-Karim (Dr. Z), CEO of the Universal Self-Leadership Institute and a certified transformational mindset coach and facilitator, and Kamal Ben Ali, co-owner of D.C.’s historic Ben’s Chili Bowl, entrepreneur, community leader, and motivational speaker, for an inspiring morning focused on personal growth and leadership.
Sunday, April 5
Early April Bird Walk: Bright Pond
7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Free
Park in the cul-de-sac at the end of Bright Pond Lane, Reston, VA, 20191
Beginning and expert birders are invited to search for birds in some of Reston’s most beautiful natural areas.
Knit Pickers: Knitting Club for All Levels
6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Free
Centreville Conference Room, 14200 Street Germain Drive, Centreville, VA, 20121
Whether bringing a project to share progress, or exploring a new idea for inspiration, no pattern or project is too small or simple for Knit Pickers Knitting needles, yarn, and patterns are provided.
