Happenings
May 9th – May 16th 2018
Hello friends!! Join us every Wednesday for the events not to miss in the coming weeks. While our google calendar is great, sometimes events can get lost in the sauce. So here are some events we are excited for in the coming week!!
SECRET WALLS
Who: Secret Walls
What: The “Fight Club” of the art scene, inspired by Marvel comics and graffiti. A fixture in the global art community for over 11 years, Secret Walls (Formerly Secret Wars) is the World’s premier live art event. Aspiring artists of all styles and backgrounds contend at Secret Walls. They’re armed solely with black markers or acrylic paint, with the challenge of filling a large canvas. On May 10th, two teams of artists will battle it out in black and white to conceptualize and create a mural in a limited time. The winner is chosen by YOU!
Where: Dock5 – 1309 5th Street Northeast – Washington, DC 20002
When: Thurs, May 10th,2018 6pm – 11:30pm
DC FASHION MIXER
Who: DC Fashion Mixer
What: Join these amazing brands for a fab preLaunch fashion mixer + shopping event as they celebrate their MACY*S LAS VEGAS debut!Shop collections from AMANDA CASAREZ, DUR DOUX, NATT TAYLOR, and OLLIE QUINN and enjoy a mini fashion preview of the looks you’ll be able to purchase from MACYS!
Where: The Melrose Hotel – 2430 Pennsylvania Ave NW – Washington, DC 20037
When: Fri, May 11th,2018 6pm – 9pm
The Washington Ballet Gala
Who: Sara and Christopher Lange
What: Join The Washington Ballet for one of the season’s most highly anticipated events at one of DC’s hottest new concert venues: The Anthem. Delight in all that the evening offers with a cocktail hour, seated dinner, performances by The Washington Ballet – and don’t forget to bring your own moves to share on the dance floor!All proceeds from The Washington Ballet Gala support the arts and education programs of The Washington Ballet.
Where: 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
When: Fri, May 11th,2018 7pm – 11pm
Chelsey Green & The Green Project
Who: Chelsey Green & The Green Project
What: Billboard-charting recording artists Chelsey Green and The Green Project fuse traditional classical technique with various genres including R&B, pop, soul, funk, jazz, alternative, hip hop, and gospel. Green is a renowned violinist and is familiar to local audiences as a performer, creative entrepreneur, and arts educator.The Mars Urban Arts Initiative is generously supported by Jacqueline Badger Mars and Mars, Incorporated. Washington Performing Arts performances at Sixth & I are made possible by the Abramson Family Foundation. This performance is available only for Washington Performing Arts subscription holders until September 6, 2017.
Where: Sixth & I Historic Synagogue, 600 I St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
When: Sat, May 12,2018 8pm – 10pm
Toned Up Tuesdays!
Who: CorePower Yoga
What: Let’s welcome spring with our 5th Annual Toned Up Tuesdays! Starting Tuesday, April 17, CorePower Yoga returns to The Park at CityCenter to lead a variety of free outdoor yoga classes. The hour long class begins at 6pm and is free and open to all, just remember your mat! Toned Up Tuesdays will continue to run every Tuesday at 6pm from April 17 to May 29. *weather permitting*
Where: The Park at CityCenter DC, 1098 New York Ave NW, Washington, DC 20005, USA
When: Tues, May 15th,2018 6pm – 7pm
Women Uncorked
Who: Women Uncorked
What: Do you like to talk about sex, but are worried about your friends sayings its TMI? Are you interested in discussing the good parts, bad parts, and everything in between? Do you just think sex is a fun and fascinating subject? Then pour yourself a drink, pull up a chair, and join the circle. Our group welcomes all persons of all ages, orientations, experiences, and relationship styles who identify as female. This discussion group is inspired by a similar one that meets monthly at the Rhizome in Takoma. I’m bringing box wine and a snack for the group. Feel free to bring your favorite beverage or snack to share. And if you’re just getting off from work, bring your dinner too.
Where: The Lemon Collective – 3015 Georgia Avenue Northwest – Washington, DC 20001
When: Tues, May 15th,2018 7pm – 8:30pm
B
ig Sean Reminder Unfriendly Tour
Who: Big Sean
What: Big Sean featuring Playboi Carti with Shy Glizzy & G4shi. Super Excellent Seats are non-transferable. The ID of the person attending must match the purchaser’s name, which will be printed on the ticket face.Promo Code for early tickets: TRILLECTRO
Where: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
When: Tues, May 15th,2018 6:30pm – 11:00pm
In Conversation: Peter Marks and Eric Tucker
Who: Peter Marks & Eric Tucker
What: Join the Folger for an evening of lively theater talk as Washington Post chief theater critic Peter Marks sits down with director Eric Tucker to discuss the stripped-down staging of Shaw’s classic Saint Joan—and bringing the highly acclaimed production to Folger Theatre. The two will also speak about the success of Eric’s Bedlam theater in New York, bringing Jane Austen to the stage, approaching Shakespeare and other classic authors for a modern audience, and more.
Where: Folger Elizabeth Theatre 201 E. Capitol St. SE Washington, DC
When: Wed May 16th – Thurs May 17th 7pm – 8:30pm
Upcoming Events Not To Miss:
Women’s Empowerment Expo – May 26th
Build Your Own Brand (BYOB) Retreat Live – May 26th – 27th (Use code “Employment10” for 10% off your ticket!!!)
2018 Bet Experience – June 21-24th
