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The fried chicken plate served on Mondays is a real treat. The rest of the menu? Not so much.

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    Cherry Blossom 10-Mile Run Health and Fitness Expo - Miscellaneous Event
    Free clinics and a variety of speakers as well a merchandise store.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
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    NSO Pops: Wayne Brady Sings the Sammys - Music Event
    "Is Wayne Brady going to have to..." imitate Sammy Davis Jr. and Sam Cooke in a musical tribute to two of soul music's most legendary figures? If you recognize the opening quotation, from Brady's cameo on "Chappelle's Show," then you already know the answer. The "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" performer inhabits the songwriting of Davis and Cooke, with musical accompaniment by the National Symphony Orchestra Pops, Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. At the Concert Hall.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
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    Symphonie Fantastique - Performing Arts
    If you missed puppeteer Basil Twist's staging of "Petrushka" at the Lansburgh Theatre last week (or even if you didn't), "Symphonie Fantastique" promises to be different. The five-movement performance -- accompanied by a Hector Berlioz score performed by Christopher O'Riley -- is set inside a 1,000-gallon water tank, with mirrors, slides, air bubbles and even fishing lures helping tell the story. Performances are Friday at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m. At the Kogod Theatre.
    Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center at Maryland | College Park, MD
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    Perfume Genius - Music Event
    Singer-songwriter-pianist Mike Hadreas plays confessional songs that explore deeply emotional issues with rare candidness. With Parenthetical Girls.
    Iota Club & Cafe | Arlington, VA
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    Cloud Nothings - Music Event
    A riveting indie rock that's getting heavier with age. With A Classic Education.
    The Red Palace | Washington, DC
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    Cherry Blossom Freedom Walk - Miscellaneous Event
    Commemorates and celebrates the Japanese American experience during World War II. Donations accepted.
    National Japanese American Memorial | Washington, DC
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    Recess - Bar/Club Event
    A night of board games for adults -- with dancing and drink specials, too.
    Aloft | Oxon Hill, MD
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    Secret Agent 23 Skidoo - Music Event
    Secret Agent 23 Skidoo likes to tout himself as someone who thinks outside the juice box, and if you are familiar with the hip-hop artist's work, you understand exactly what that means. For his latest album, which comes out May 22, Skidoo teamed up with retro hip-hop artists including MC Fireworks, Bootysattva and DJ Strange to create squeaky clean songs for kids. No doubt his upcoming shows will features some of the new tunes.
    Jammin' Java | Vienna, VA
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    A Sound of Thunder - Music Event
    Local power-metal quartet features a feisty vocalist. With Death Penalty, Aries and Chopper the Rebels.
    Empire | West Springfield, VA
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    Blossom Kite Festival - Miscellaneous Event
    Kite-flying demonstrations and competitions include Hot Tricks Showdown and Rokkaku Battle. Bring your own kite or make one at an activity station.
    Washington Monument | Washington, DC

Highlighted Events: Sun, April 1

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    Hanami After Dark - Miscellaneous Event
    An evening of sushi, sake, wine, art and music, in an indoor version of Hanami at night, a Japanese tradition of gathering to enjoy the beauty of the cherry blossoms. Reception-style celebration will feature Chef Toru Oga and his team of sushi masters.
    Ronald Reagan Building & International Trade Center | Washington, DC
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    Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band - Music Event
    The Boss is back to deliver more of the life-affirming rock-and-roll that's made him an American institution.
    Verizon Center | Washington, DC
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    Cherry Blossom 10-mile Run - Miscellaneous Event
    The Runner's Rite of Spring also includes a 5K run-walk and a half-mile kids' run. The lottery for the 10-mile run and 5K has closed.
    Washington Monument | Washington, DC
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    New Jerusalem: the Interrogation Of Baruch De Spinoza - Performing Arts
    Theater J remounts its 2010 production, based on the 1656 interrogation of the Jewish philosopher and alleged heretic Baruch De Spinoza.
    Theater J | Washington, DC
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    Ballet Preljocaj - Performing Arts
    It's safe to say this is "Snow White" as you've never seen it before. French choreographer Angelin Preljocaj's company presents "Blanche Neige," a contemporary version of the Brothers Grimm tale. The name isn't the only thing that's different: French designer Jean-Paul Gaultier designed the barely-there costumes, and it's fair to expect a splash of nudity in this not-for-children adaptation, with performances Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. At the Eisenhower Theater.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
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    How to Disappear Completely and Never Be Found - Performing Arts
    Wanna get away? This isn't a Southwest Airlines commercial, but rather a brief plot summary of Fin Kennedy's play inspired by author Doug Richmond's 1985 manual for going off-the-grid. But in Kennedy's hands, it's an examination of the characteristics that define us in the 21st century. Dylan Morrison Myers leads the five-person cast when pay-what-you-can previews begin Saturday at 8 p.m.
    H Street Playhouse | Washington, DC
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    Faberge Egg Festival - Miscellaneous Event
    Forget the vinegar and dyes. The elaborately decorated eggs at the center of this annual event blow away any store-box creations. Kids can draw inspiration from the Hillwood's collection and then try their hand at different designs. They will also be introduced to the egg's Russian roots through storytelling, folk music and games. A Tsar Nicholas II impersonator will even make an appearance to tell children all about Easter traditions that were popular during his reign. Best for ages 2 to 10.
    Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens | Washington, DC
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    Serenity in Silk: World of Nuido Collection - Exhibit
    Japanese Embroidery Center presents an exhibition that showcases the art, beauty and culture of a Japanese embroidery technique that goes back 1,600 years.
    Japan Information and Culture Center | Washington, DC
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    The Nightmare Dreamer - Performing Arts
    New company Tattooed Potato shows promise with this devised show about bad dreams.
    Flashpoint | Washington, DC
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    Rapunzel - Performing Arts
    What does a young girl do when she is stuck up in a tall castle guarded by a witch with nothing to do? She grows her hair out, of course. But Rapunzel is a little different. Her hair grows past her shoulders, past her waist, past her knees and eventually it is longer than she is tall. Told using hand puppets, this version keeps to the traditional tale complete with a handsome prince. Best for age 6 and older. At the Puppet Co. Playhouse.
    The Puppet Company Playhouse | Glen Echo, MD

Highlighted Events: Mon, April 2

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    Taste of the Nation - Miscellaneous Event
    Share Our Strength's annual foodie conclave promises appearances by Scott Drewno of The Source, Graffiato's Mike Isabella, Nicholas Stefanelli of Bibiana, Bryan Voltaggio of VOLT, mixologist Gina Chersevani and other big names on the area restaurant scene. One hundred percent of ticket sales for the event benefit more than 100 anti-hunger charities across the country, including the Capitol Area Food Bank, D.C. Hunger Solutions and Mary's Center. The event runs 7 to 10 p.m. but if you buy VIP tickets, you can get in an hour early. Bank, D.C. Hunger Solutions and Mary's Center. The event runs 7 to 10 p.m. but if you buy VIP tickets, you can get in an hour early.
    National Building Museum | Washington, DC
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    Pro Musica Hebraica - Music Event
    Marc-Andre Hamelin will present a new program focusing the connections between the artistic language and musical friendship of Chopin and Alkan. At the Terrace Theater.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
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    The Adventures of Prince Achmed - Miscellaneous Event
    It's hard enough to track down a copy of "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," German visionary Lotte Reiniger's 1926 film that's considered the oldest surviving animated feature. A live performance of the film's score along with a screening is even more rare, but if anyone's up for the challenge, it's the Helen Hayes Award-winning composer Tom Teasley, whose accompaniment draws on the musical traditions of Iraq, Saudi Arabia, the West Bank and Jerusalem. Performances are at 7:30 p.m.
    Source | Washington, DC
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    Serenity in Silk: World of Nuido Collection - Exhibit
    Japanese Embroidery Center presents an exhibition that showcases the art, beauty and culture of a Japanese embroidery technique that goes back 1,600 years.
    Japan Information and Culture Center | Washington, DC
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    Rendezvous at the Ritz Happy Hour - Bar/Club Event
    The Ritz-Carlton's chic Degrees lounge hosts a daily happy hour with half-price food and drinks.
    Degrees | Washington, DC
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    National Cherry Blossom Festival Cruises - Miscellaneous Event
    Odyssey offers lunch, brunch and dinner cruises
    Gangplank Marina | Washington, DC
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    In the Tower: Mel Bochner - Exhibit
    Several works making their exhibit debut are included in this collection of works that meshes words and art.
    National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC
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    Elmer Gantry - Miscellaneous Event
    Continuing its film series dedicated to actor Burt Lancaster, the National Theatre screens "Elmer Gantry," the story of a fast-talking salesman with a dark past who becomes a preacher at church revivals. At the Helen Hayes Gallery.
    National Theatre | Washington, DC
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    9/11, False Flags, and Black Ops: An Evening of Debate with David Frum, Jonathan Kay, and Webster Tarpley - Book Event
    A discussion moderated by David Frum.
    International Spy Museum | Washington, DC
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    Gagaku: The Universe of the 1000-year Tradition - Music Event
    Sound Wing performs the ancient Japanese court music. At the Family Theater.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC

Highlighted Events: Tues, April 3

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    eighth blackbird - Music Event
    The ensemble presents a staged cabaret-opera version of Schoenberg's "Pierrot Lunaire.". At the Terrace Theater.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
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    The Adventures of Prince Achmed - Miscellaneous Event
    It's hard enough to track down a copy of "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," German visionary Lotte Reiniger's 1926 film that's considered the oldest surviving animated feature. A live performance of the film's score along with a screening is even more rare, but if anyone's up for the challenge, it's the Helen Hayes Award-winning composer Tom Teasley, whose accompaniment draws on the musical traditions of Iraq, Saudi Arabia, the West Bank and Jerusalem. Performances are at 7:30 p.m.
    Source | Washington, DC
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    Rendezvous at the Ritz Happy Hour - Bar/Club Event
    The Ritz-Carlton's chic Degrees lounge hosts a daily happy hour with half-price food and drinks.
    Degrees | Washington, DC
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    Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Performing Arts
    Alexander contemplates moving to Australia after waking up with gum in his hair, a missing dessert at lunch, a breakup with his best friend, cavities and other atrocities. At the Adventure Theatre.
    Adventure Theatre | Glen Echo, MD
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    In the Tower: Mel Bochner - Exhibit
    Several works making their exhibit debut are included in this collection of works that meshes words and art.
    National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC
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    Scott Ramminger and the Crawstickers - Miscellaneous Event
    Swing dance
    The Carlyle Club | Alexandria, VA
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    Guitarist Bruce Cain and vocalist David Asbury - Music Event
    At the Millennium Stage.
    Millennium Stage - The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
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    Samurai Orchids Lecture and Tour - Miscellaneous Event
    Reservations required.
    U.S. Botanic Garden | Washington, DC
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    Tatyana Schremko Schriempf - Miscellaneous Event
    The Torpedo Factory sculptor gives a talk about participating in the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival in Harbin, China.
    Morrison House | Alexandria, VA
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    Cassie Meador: How to Lose a Mountain - Performing Arts
    Meador and other artists perform excerpts from and discuss a dance piece based on a planned 500-mile walk from Washington, DC, to the coal mining region of West Virginia. At the Dance Theatre.
    Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center at Maryland | College Park, MD

Highlighted Events: Wed, April 4

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    Maki Mori - Music Event
    The soprano performs as part of "Overtures," S&R Foundation's Artist Concert Series. Each artist performs an existing composition that has been repurposed with a focus on the centennial. At the Terrace Theater.
    The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts | Washington, DC
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    The Adventures of Prince Achmed - Miscellaneous Event
    It's hard enough to track down a copy of "The Adventures of Prince Achmed," German visionary Lotte Reiniger's 1926 film that's considered the oldest surviving animated feature. A live performance of the film's score along with a screening is even more rare, but if anyone's up for the challenge, it's the Helen Hayes Award-winning composer Tom Teasley, whose accompaniment draws on the musical traditions of Iraq, Saudi Arabia, the West Bank and Jerusalem. Performances are at 7:30 p.m.
    Source | Washington, DC
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    Rendezvous at the Ritz Happy Hour - Bar/Club Event
    The Ritz-Carlton's chic Degrees lounge hosts a daily happy hour with half-price food and drinks.
    Degrees | Washington, DC
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    National Cherry Blossom Festival Cruises - Miscellaneous Event
    Odyssey offers lunch, brunch and dinner cruises
    Gangplank Marina | Washington, DC
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    Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Performing Arts
    Alexander contemplates moving to Australia after waking up with gum in his hair, a missing dessert at lunch, a breakup with his best friend, cavities and other atrocities. At the Adventure Theatre.
    Adventure Theatre | Glen Echo, MD
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    In the Tower: Mel Bochner - Exhibit
    Several works making their exhibit debut are included in this collection of works that meshes words and art.
    National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC
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    In the Realm of the Monarch Butterfly - Miscellaneous Event
    Conservation biologist Alfonso Alonso, Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute, tells the story of millions of monarchs who travel up to 2,700 miles migrating to central Mexico for the winter.
    S. Dillon Ripley Center - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
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    Ayano Ninomiya and Timothy Lovelace - Music Event
    The violinist and pianist present music by Takemitsu and other composers. At the Ground floor lecture hall.
    National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC
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    Winston Groom - Book Event
    The renowned writer, author of the popular novel "Forrest Gump" and the Civil War history "Shiloh, 1862," discusses "Ronald Reagan: Our 40th President" in conjunction with the current exhibition, "One Life: Ronald Reagan" on view now through May 28. Call 202-667-4521 for details.
    National Portrait Gallery - Smithsonian Institution | Washington, DC
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    Wizards - Sports Events
    Vs. Indiana
    Verizon Center | Washington, DC

Highlighted Events: Thurs, April 5

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    The Budos Band, Charles Bradley and His Extraordinaires - Music Event
    Dynamite soul label Daptone Records presents two of its finest acts, including the 63-year-old Bradley, a singer with a captivating voice and life story.
    9:30 Club | Washington, DC
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    Phillips After 5: Journey to Japan - Miscellaneous Event
    Be inspired by Japan in an evening featuring gallery talks, language lessons and Japan-themed food and drink. Traditional Japanese kimonos are modeled by former Cherry Blossom queens and princesses. In collaboration with the Embassy of Japan, Japan-America Society of Washington, D.C. and the State Societies of Washington, D.C.
    Phillips Collection | Washington, DC
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    School of Seven Bells - Music Event
    Expertly layered and thick with reverb. With Exitmusic.
    Black Cat | Washington, DC
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    Dana Tai Soon Burgess & Co. - Performing Arts
    The modern dance company kicks off its 20th anniversary season with a performance featuring four critically acclaimed repertory works. The performance is in partnership with the National Cherry Blossom Festival. At the Marvin Center.
    Cloyd Heck Marvin Center -- George Washington University | Washington, DC
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    Rapunzel - Performing Arts
    What does a young girl do when she is stuck up in a tall castle guarded by a witch with nothing to do? She grows her hair out, of course. But Rapunzel is a little different. Her hair grows past her shoulders, past her waist, past her knees and eventually it is longer than she is tall. Told using hand puppets, this version keeps to the traditional tale complete with a handsome prince. Best for age 6 and older. At the Puppet Co. Playhouse.
    The Puppet Company Playhouse | Glen Echo, MD
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    The Nightmare Dreamer - Performing Arts
    New company Tattooed Potato shows promise with this devised show about bad dreams.
    Flashpoint | Washington, DC
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    Rendezvous at the Ritz Happy Hour - Bar/Club Event
    The Ritz-Carlton's chic Degrees lounge hosts a daily happy hour with half-price food and drinks.
    Degrees | Washington, DC
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    National Cherry Blossom Festival Cruises - Miscellaneous Event
    Odyssey offers lunch, brunch and dinner cruises
    Gangplank Marina | Washington, DC
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    Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Performing Arts
    Alexander contemplates moving to Australia after waking up with gum in his hair, a missing dessert at lunch, a breakup with his best friend, cavities and other atrocities. At the Adventure Theatre.
    Adventure Theatre | Glen Echo, MD
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    In the Tower: Mel Bochner - Exhibit
    Several works making their exhibit debut are included in this collection of works that meshes words and art.
    National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC

Highlighted Events: Fri, April 6

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    Dana Tai Soon Burgess & Co. - Performing Arts
    The modern dance company kicks off its 20th anniversary season with a performance featuring four critically acclaimed repertory works. The performance is in partnership with the National Cherry Blossom Festival. At the Marvin Center.
    Cloyd Heck Marvin Center -- George Washington University | Washington, DC
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    Rapunzel - Performing Arts
    What does a young girl do when she is stuck up in a tall castle guarded by a witch with nothing to do? She grows her hair out, of course. But Rapunzel is a little different. Her hair grows past her shoulders, past her waist, past her knees and eventually it is longer than she is tall. Told using hand puppets, this version keeps to the traditional tale complete with a handsome prince. Best for age 6 and older. At the Puppet Co. Playhouse.
    The Puppet Company Playhouse | Glen Echo, MD
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    The Nightmare Dreamer - Performing Arts
    New company Tattooed Potato shows promise with this devised show about bad dreams.
    Flashpoint | Washington, DC
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    National Cherry Blossom Festival Cruises - Miscellaneous Event
    Odyssey offers lunch, brunch and dinner cruises
    Gangplank Marina | Washington, DC
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    Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Performing Arts
    Alexander contemplates moving to Australia after waking up with gum in his hair, a missing dessert at lunch, a breakup with his best friend, cavities and other atrocities. At the Adventure Theatre.
    Adventure Theatre | Glen Echo, MD
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    In the Tower: Mel Bochner - Exhibit
    Several works making their exhibit debut are included in this collection of works that meshes words and art.
    National Gallery of Art | Washington, DC
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    Terraforming: Contemporary Discourse in Landscape Photography - Exhibit
    An exhibition of work by six photographers who, through various uses of text, further explore, define and contextualize the spaces they photograph. The show will include work by Priscilla Briggs, Victoria Crayhon, Joshua Dudley Greer, Jordan Tate, Nate Larsen and Marni Shindelman.
    Montgomery College - Morris and Gwendolyn Cafritz Foundation Arts Center | Silver Spring, MD
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    Something of Splendor gallery talk - Miscellaneous Event
    Melissa Naulin, assistant curator of the White House, discusses insight into a selection of works in the exhibition pertaining to First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy's role in the historic preservation of the White House
    Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum | Washington, DC
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    Chocolate Bunny Decorating Class - Miscellaneous Event
    The class for adults and children over 10 includes dessert with coffee or hot chocolate.
    Co Co. Sala | Washington, DC
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    Paper Airplane Day - Exhibit
    Take your dreams of aviation to the sky - or at least to paper - on April 6, when the College Park Aviation Museum hosts Paper Airplane Day. Starting at Noon, brush up on your folding and aiming skills using materials provided by the museum, test your plane out in the museum's paper airplane launcher, and then put your skills to the test in the Paper Airplane Derby at 3 p.m. The best planes will win prizes, and the fun will continue until 4 p.m.
    College Park Aviation Museum | College Park, MD
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