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Friday, May 16
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| 6:30-10 PM, Live music and cash bar; 6:30-9:30 PM, Dinner
Smithsonian Jazz Cafe: Bob DeVos
Friday Evening Music & Dining Event |
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As part of this ongoing Friday evening event, the museum offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians and an a la carte dinner. This evening, Bob DeVos (guitar) performs. DeVos' sound is in the tradition of Wes Montgomery, Grant Green, and Jim Hall.
Notes:
• Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling The Smithsonian Associates at 202-633-8801 or visiting online at www.smithsonianjazzcafe.org.
• Cash bar and dinner (starting at $11) not included in the cover charge.
• Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a joint program produced by The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History.
$12 cover charge; also see Note
Continues most Fridays through June 27 (except May 23, closed)
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Atrium Cafe (enter Constitution Ave.)
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Wednesday, May 21
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| 6:45-9 PM
Easter Island: Myths and Reality
Illustrated Lecture, with light reception |
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Once home to a lost and enigmatic Polynesian culture, Easter Island, located off the coast of Chile, is today an important archaeological site. Tonight, the island's longtime resident archaeologist Claudio Cristino (associate professor of anthropology, University of Chile) discusses the most popular theories that have tried to solve the island's mysteries. The program concludes with a reception featuring Chilean cheeses and wines.
$40, general; $30, members; call 202-633-3030
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Resident Associate Program
Location: American Indian Museum, Rasmuson Theater ***New Location***
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Friday, May 30
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| 6:30-10 PM, Live music and cash bar; 6:30-9:30 PM, Dinner
Smithsonian Jazz Cafe: Latin Jazz Night: Afro Bob Alliance
Friday Evening Music & Dining Event |
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As part of this ongoing Friday evening event, the museum offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians and an a la carte dinner. This evening, the seven-piece Afro Bop Alliance performs Afro-Cuban and Caribbean jazz with special guest Dave Samuels (vibraphone).
Notes:
• Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling The Smithsonian Associates at 202-633-8801 or visiting online at www.smithsonianjazzcafe.org.
• Cash bar and dinner (starting at $11) not included in the cover charge.
• Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a joint program produced by The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History.
$12 cover charge; also see Note
Continues Fridays through June 27
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Atrium Cafe (enter Constitution Ave.)
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Monday, June 2
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| 6:30 PM
Meet Chef Janis McLean at Morrison-Clark Restaurant
Food & Lecture Event |
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This evening, before serving a tantalizing Southern-inspired cuisine made with fresh, locally grown ingredients, Chef Janis McLean discusses first with the farmers the food they provided on the menu: David Smith of Springfield Farm, a farm that has been in his family since the 1600s, describes the sustainable methods he uses to raise his livestock; Bill Jones of Virginia's Babes in the Woods family-run farm tells of raising distinctively flavored Tamworth pigs in their natural habitat -- the forest -- free of hormones and antibiotics; and fisherman Gaylord Clark of Two Oceans Seafood explains how he sources his fish from strictly managed wild fisheries.
$145, general; $110, members; call 202-633-3030
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Resident Associate Program
Location: Morrison-Clark Historic Hotel & Restaurant, 1015 L St., NW
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Thursday, June 5
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| 7 PM See Note
Dinner with Socrates: Feasting in Ancient Greece
Lecture, with reception ***Sold Out*** |
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In this entertaining and tasty evening at the Embassy of Greece, culinary historian Francine Segan shares the tales of the foods, etiquette, and dining customs of ancient Greece, including the philosophers' writings on wine, health, and even dinner party seating. Note: Ticket and photo ID required.
$80, general; $60, members; call 202-633-3030
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Resident Associate Program
Location: Embassy of Greece, 2217 Massachusetts Ave., NW
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Friday, June 6
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| 6:30-10 PM, Live music and cash bar; 6:30-9:30 PM, Dinner
Smithsonian Jazz Cafe: The Statesmen of Jazz
Friday Evening Music & Dining Event |
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As part of this ongoing Friday evening event, the museum offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians and an a la carte dinner. This evening, the Statesmen of Jazz perform: Warren Vache (cornet), John Allred (trombone), Tardo Hammer (piano), Nicki Parrott (bass), and Leroy Williams (drums).
Notes:
• Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling The Smithsonian Associates at 202-633-8801 or visiting online at www.smithsonianjazzcafe.org.
• Cash bar and dinner (starting at $11) not included in the cover charge.
• Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a joint program produced by The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History.
$12 cover charge; also see Note
Continues Fridays through June 27
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Atrium Cafe (enter Constitution Ave.)
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Friday, June 13
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| 6:30-10 PM, Live music and cash bar; 6:30-9:30 PM, Dinner
Smithsonian Jazz Cafe: Karen Gray with Buck Hill
Friday Evening Music & Dining Event |
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As part of this ongoing Friday evening event, the museum offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians and an a la carte dinner. This evening, Karen Gray (vocals) performs with Buck Hill (saxophone), Wayne Wilentz (piano), Jim McIntyre (bass), and Pete Chauvette (drums).
Notes:
• Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling The Smithsonian Associates at 202-633-8801 or visiting online at www.smithsonianjazzcafe.org.
• Cash bar and dinner (starting at $11) not included in the cover charge.
• Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a joint program produced by The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History.
$12 cover charge; also see Note
Continues Fridays through June 27
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Atrium Cafe (enter Constitution Ave.)
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Saturday, June 14
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| 7:30-10 AM
Cockadoodle Zoo
FONZ-Members-Only Family Event |
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Wakey! Wakey! Come see how your animal friends start the day. This sneak peak shows that the animals' mornings are similar to yours: Some get their teeth brushed, some get a morning bath, and all want to know what's for breakfast. Also enjoy special animal demonstrations, games, and refreshments. Pajamas are optional!
Free, but for FONZ members only; to join, call 202-633-3034
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National Zoo
Location: Throughout the Zoo
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Thursday, June 19
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Take Five!
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Kick back and unwind with great art, live jazz, and cool drinks in the Kogod Courtyard, where food and beverages are available for purchase. Today, composer Matt Grason and his band present a selection of modern jazz with a cool twist.
Free
Continues monthly, generally on the 3rd Thursday of the month
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Smithsonian American Art Museum
Location: Kogod Courtyard
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Friday, June 20
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| 6:30-10 PM, Live music and cash bar; 6:30-9:30 PM, Dinner
Smithsonian Jazz Cafe: Latin Jazz Night -- Huascar Barradas
Friday Evening Music & Dining Event |
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As part of this ongoing Friday evening event, the museum offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians and an a la carte dinner. This evening, Venezuelan Huascar Barradas (flute) performs.
Notes:
• Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling The Smithsonian Associates at 202-633-8801 or visiting online at www.smithsonianjazzcafe.org.
• Cash bar and dinner (starting at $11) not included in the cover charge.
• Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a joint program produced by The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History.
$12 cover charge; also see Note
Continues Friday, June 27
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Atrium Cafe (enter Constitution Ave.)
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| 8 PM-Midnight (museum is closed 5:30-8 PM)
Hirshhorn After Hours
A Special Evening of Art, Music, and Cocktails |
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Enjoy the following activities held throughout the museum.
Be among the first to see Part II of the exhibition The Cinema Effect: Illusion, Reality, and the Moving Image on the opening night of Realisms. The evening includes a special live performance by Maxi Geil and Playcolt, a music project conceived by artist Guy Richards Smit. Composed of art school pals and a revolving cast of friends, the group's music captures and breathes out Smit's modern day vision of the 1980s East Village Art Scene. Note: Tickets are limited and may be purchased 1 month in advance for $10 or at the door for $12; free to Hirshhorn Annual Circle members. For details on how to purchase advance tickets, visit http://www.hirshhorn.si.edu/afterhours/#tickets.
Fee required, free to Annual Circle members; see Note
Related Exhibition: The Cinema Effect: Illusion, Reality, & the Moving Image
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Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
Location: Throughout the museum
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Wednesday, June 25
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| 6-8:30 PM ***See Note***
Evening Picnic at the Zoo
Members-Only Event |
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At this year's annual evening picnic, celebrate our country's amazing abundance and diversity of wildlife. Stroll around to see animals in their outdoor enclosures, visit animal houses, and take advantage of opportunities to meet some animals at close range as their keepers give informal talks. Take a respite and enjoy a barbecue buffet at Lion/Tiger Hill while listening to live country music by Slim Harrison and the Sunnyland Band.
Note: Register by June 20. No gate sales.
$25, members; $15, children age 5-12; call 202-633-3030
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Resident Associate Program
Location: National Zoo, 3000 block of Connecticut Ave., NW
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Friday, June 27
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| 6:30-10 PM, Live music and cash bar; 6:30-9:30 PM, Dinner
Smithsonian Jazz Cafe: The Winard Harper Sextet
Friday Evening Music & Dining Event |
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As part of this ongoing Friday evening event, the museum offers music by Washington's top jazz musicians and an a la carte dinner. This evening, Winard Harper (drums) performs with his sextet.
Notes:
• Tickets are available at the door or in advance by calling The Smithsonian Associates at 202-633-8801 or visiting online at www.smithsonianjazzcafe.org.
• Cash bar and dinner (starting at $11) not included in the cover charge.
• Smithsonian Jazz Cafe is a joint program produced by The Smithsonian Associates, Smithsonian Folkways, the National Museum of Natural History, and the National Museum of American History.
$12 cover charge; also see Note
Last performance before going on summer hiatus
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National Museum of Natural History
Location: Atrium Cafe (enter Constitution Ave.)
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Sunday, June 29
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| 12 Noon
The Art of Chinese Dim Sum
Food Event |
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Dim sum brunch at the Mandarin Oriental hotels in Asia is something very special, and now Smithsonian participants can experience it at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Washington, D.C. This afternoon, executive chef Anthony Reynolds and Naris Pukpongsuk (master dim sum chef of the Fujian restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental in Chiang Mai, Thailand) prepare a variety of dim sum delicacies, served with some of the finest Cantonese teas, including orchid oolong, jasmine downy pearls, and white lotus.
$130, general; $95, members; call 202-633-3030
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Resident Associate Program
Location: Mandarin Oriental Hotel, 1330 Maryland Ave., SW
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