Did you know there are still lotus flowers and water lilies at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens? Definitely not as many as in July, but still worth the visit if you want to experience it in cooler weather!

Valerie

Things to Know in DC

Florida Avenue used to be the northern border of the old city of Washington. When DC was first created, L'Enfant was charged with planning out the new capital city. That planned city's northwest border was below some steep hills and followed and existing road.

In this recreation of what the topography would have looked like in 1791, the old roads are overlaid, along with the new borders. It becomes clear why the border was placed there: the hill forms a natural barrier, especially for the horse & cart transportation of the day.

Things to Eat in DC

It's fun to see someone try something new, and I like to take my parents to try things that are new to them.

I took my parents to Atxondo in 14th/16th Street Heights this weekend, and my dad tried paella there for the first time, and he can't stop talking about it. It's added to the dad-approved favorites

• ​Purple Patch in Mount Pleasant: Coconut-braised short rib Adobo
• ​Axtondo in 16th Street Heights: Seafood paella

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Things to Do in DC: Next 4 Weeks

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This Week

• Sober morning dance party Daybreaker is back in DC at the National Building Museum, bringing collective joy to start your day off right. Thursday 9/12. $20+.
• ​Learn about the woman who helped expand America's (and DC's) public parks, Harlean James, at Heurich House. Thursday 9/12. Free.
• Join a workshop for creatives on how to effectively network & improve their visibility. Thursday 9/12. Free.
• Get spooky with a Friday the 13th themed terrarium workshop at PlantHouse in Alexandria. Friday 9/13. $13.
• Create your own arrangement at the Flower Potluck, and learn a bit about flower arranging. Saturday 9/14. $10+.
• Proud dog parents can enter their dogs into the Celebrate Petworth Dog Show in the best dressed, look-a-like, and coolest trick categories. Saturday 9/14. $25.
• Meet others and help clean up Kenilworth Park Saturday morning. I recommend popping over to Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens afterwards and checking out the lotus and water lilies. Saturday 9/14. Free.
• Flor de Izote is a night of Salvi music, with 5 bands performing. Saturday 9/14. $10.
• ​Clayfest celebrates everything clay! This festival in Brookland showcases DMV potters and ceramic artists. Sunday 9/15. Free.
• Award-winning cellist Johnny Walker & friends will be performing a free concert at the peaceful Tregaron Conservancy. Sunday 9/15. Free.
• Rapper & actor Common and DJ Pete Rock are going to fill the 9:30 Club on their tour for their album The Auditorium Vol 1. Sunday 9/15. $75.

Next Week

• Paint your own version of La India's "Liego La India" album cover using watercolor techniques at Paint & Sabor together with Guatemalan Watercolor Artist, Jemely. Materials will be provided. Monday 9/16. $45.
• Support the National Arboretum at their annual fundraiser! Socialize, eat, drink, and enjoy dinner under the stars and full moon in the National Herb Garden. Tuesday 9/17. $350+.
• Gather your friends and test your Housewives knowledge for the Bravo TV Trivia Night at Johnny Pistolas. Wednesday 9/18. Free.
• Experience a game show, learning experience, and comedy in one event with Wrong Answers Only, an interactive science-comedy show led by a science expert. Chris Duffy will be there along with 3 guests and 1 mystery comedian! Thursday 9/19. $17+
• Learn about the intersection of science and Art Deco as part of the National Academy of Sciences building's centennial. Thursday 9/19. Free.
• For all the foodies and culinary fanatics! Discover hidden gems, menu specials, and food artistry at the 11-day Dine All Night event featuring artistic special menu items. Thursday 9/19 - Sunday 9/29.
• ​Wunder Garten's 10th Annual Oktoberfest kicks off this weekend, with the tapping of the keg ceremony. German food & beer, Bavarian games, Bavarian Olympics, and DOGtoberfest events throughout. Friday 9/19 - Sunday 10/13
• Give back to the community while spending time being active outside at the Dumbarton Oaks Park volunteer morning. Saturday 9/22. Free.
• Are you having trouble growing on social media? Join me for an influencer workshop where you will refocus your efforts and come up with a plan to improve your content and reach. Sunday 9/22. $20.

Further Out

• Experience bioluminescence and fluorescence live on a magical Mushroom Night Hike with naturalists Ana Ka’ahanui, Matt Felprin, and Mycologist Serenella Linares. Registration is free, but prepare $6 for the parking fee. Wednesday 9/25.
• Ready for Theatre Week in DC? Theatre Washington is bringing back their annual celebration of the local theatre community with low prices and more options to experience the theatre vibe! Festival events start as early as Saturday 9/21/24 but officially start Thursday 9/26/24 - Sunday 10/13/24. $20+
• Pop signer UPSAHL is performing at Howard Theatre. Wednesday 9/25. $22.
• Track Night helps runners learn proper mechanics, run etiquette and how to pace. Stick around afterwards for some treats! Thursday 9/26. Free.
• DC's free arts festival bringing all types of visual and performing arts together, Art All Night, is back. Check out music, dance, visual arts, and community activities that celebrate the diversity of DC. Friday 9/27 - Saturday 9/28. Free,
• ​Thrift the Runway fashion show showcases sustainable fashion, and gives your the opportunity to pick up some thrift finds. Friday 9/27. Free.
• If you like history and wine, buy your tickets not for the Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour at Mount Vernon. This sells out early every year! Enjoy tastings from Virginia wineries on the lawn of Mount Vernon. Fri 10/4-Sun 10/6. $60+.