Weekend Round Up February 18, 2016

HERE: FRINGE MUSIC

February 18th, 2016 at 09:00 PM | Free | melanie@capitalfringe.org | Tel: 202-737-7230 | Event Website

HERE is an event that allows artists to have the free space to explore new avenues of expression.

ACE ONO is a Washington, D.C.-based singer, songwriter who plays in the spaces between soul, pop and electronica.

Address

Logan Fringe Arts Space; 1358 Florida Avenue NE

The Soldier Experience Series: African-Americans in World War I

February 19th, 2016 at 09:00 AM | Free | abran@susandavis.com | Tel: 202-414-0798 ext. 798 | Event Website

This exhibit chronicles the African-American experience during World War I, including reference to of the evolution of African Americans in the U.S. Army from the Revolutionary War through today.

As the centennial celebration of America’s participation in World War I approaches, this exhibit affords Army enthusiasts and the general public with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with this critical time in U.S. Army and American history.

February 19, 22 and 23

Address

2425 Wilson Boulevard; Arlington, VA 22209

Arlington Arts Center Open Call

February 19th, 2016 at 12:00 PM | megan.rook-koepsel@arlingtonartscenter.org | Event Website

Arlington Arts Center selects 10 to 14 artists from across the Mid-Atlantic region for solo exhibitions in AAC’s seven separate gallery spaces or outside on the grounds. Fall Solos will open October 15 and run through December 18, 2016, while Spring Solos will open April 8 and run through June 11, 2017.
We are looking for artists who produce cutting-edge contemporary art in any and all media. Submissions for the Fall and Spring SOLOS is March 7, 2016.

Address

3550 Wilson Blvd; Arlington, VA 22201

DC Shorts Wins!

February 19th, 2016 at 07:30 PM | $15-$25 | Media@dcshorts.com | Tel: 202-393-4266 | Event Website

DC Shorts Film Festival, named “Coolest Short Film Festival” by Moviemaker Magazine, showcases the 2015 festival’s award-winning films including their Oscar-nominated shorts. The event is a great opportunity for people to see the films they missed at the 2015 festival and gear up for the Oscars! The event will run two nights, February 19 and 20, with two showcases each night. The first showcase begins at 7:30, and the second begins at 9:30, both running 90 minutes.

Address

Burke Theater, U.S. Navy Memorial Heritage Center; 701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

6th Annual Political Cartoon Exhibit

February 19th, 2016 at 08:00 PM | $20 | rsvp@artsoiree.com | Tel: 2024702642 | Event Website

With a touch of humor and art, Art Soiree takes a look at the candidates and the hottest debate topics surrounding 2016 US Presidential Elections.

KEVIN “KAL” KALLAUGHER (The Economist), TOM TOLES (Washington Post), MATT WUERKER (Politico), DARYL CAGLE (Cagle Cartoons Inc.), JIMMY MARGULIES (AM New York and Newsday), CHRISTO KOMARNITSKI (Sega), ROBERT L. ARIAIL (The State)

Address

3100 South Street NW, Washington DC 20007

JP Jofre & The Hard Tango Chamber Band

February 20th, 2016 at 08:00 PM | $35 adults, $30 seniors (65 and up), $30 students | office@dumbartonconcerts.org | Tel: 2029652000 | Event Website

Dumbarton Concerts welcomes the master of Argentinian tango music, bandoneon player and composer JP Jofre in a dramatic event celebrating both traditional and contemporary renditions of tango.

Address

3133 Dumbarton St. NW

Cathedral Choral Society: Vivaldi Gloria with the Washington Bach Consort

February 21st, 2016 at 04:00 PM | $25-77 | lsheridan@cathedral.org | Tel: 202-537-2228 | Event Website

Famously nicknamed “The Red Priest” for his brightly colored hair, Vivaldi spent most of his life teaching, conducting, and composing brilliant works at the Ospedale della Pieta in Venice, an orphanage and music school for girls. Jubilant and spontaneous, the triumphant Gloria is one of his greatest accomplishments.

Music Director J. Reilly Lewis; Jennifer Ellis Kampani, soprano; Robin Beckman, soprano; Roger Isaacs, countertenor; Patrick Kilbride, tenor; and Karl Hempel, bass.

Address

Washington National Cathedral; 3101 Wisconsin Ave. NW

WINTER COMPLINE

February 21st, 2016 at 08:00 PM | FREE AND ALL ARE WELCOME | sam@stjohnsgeorgetown.org | Tel: 202-338-1796 | Event Website

This 30-minute traditional service is chanted by the St. John’s Choir in the warmth and beauty of candlelight.

Join us for this ancient rite of contemplation as we reflect and meditate on a quiet night at the end of a Winter day.

Warm beverages and sweets follow in Blake Hall.

Address

St. John’s Episcopal Church; Georgetown Parish; 3240 O St. NW

Living the Dream…Singing the Dream A Choral Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

February 22nd, 2016 at 07:00 PM | $25-$70 | choralarts@choralarts.org | Tel: 2022443669 | Event Website

Choral Arts and the Washington Performing Arts Gospel Choirs raise joyful voices in performing music that has given voice to the voiceless for generations in our annual tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The collaboration of styles, music, ages, and cultures provides a powerful and moving performance. This performance features the presentation of Choral Arts’ 13th annual Humanitarian Award to an individual who embodies Dr. King’s message of nonviolent struggle for civil rights.

Address

2700 F St NW

Food for Life: New Year, Best You Cooking and Nutrition Course

February 23rd, 2016 at 06:00 PM | Free; to register, email RSalatamacchia@pcrm.org or call 202-527-7314. | RSaltalamacchia@pcrm.org | Tel: 202-527-7314 | Event Website

WHEN: Feb. 23 to March 29, (Tuesdays), 6 to 8 p.m.

The class details are as follows:

Feb. 23, 6 to 7:15 p.m. – Introductory Lecture by Barnard Medical Center clinicians

March 1, 6 to 8 p.m. – Power of Your Plate

March 8, 6 to 8 p.m. – Let’s Go!

March 15, 6 to 8 p.m. – Getting in Gear

March 22, 6 to 8 p.m. – Breaking the Food Seduction

March 29, 6 to 8 p.m. – Keys for Natural Appetite Control

Address

Barnard Medical Center, 5100 Wisconsin Ave., N.W., Ste. 400 (a short walk from the Friendship Heights metro stop on the red line).