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apr. 4 - sep. 18 BLUE may 3 – 17 The Textile Museum — BLUE explores the creation and meaning of the color blue on textiles produced across time and place, with particular emphasis on contemporary artists’ use of natural indigo dyes. (202) 667-0441 textilemuseum.org passport dC: discover international embassies Various Locations – Discover the international arts and culture scene found throughout the embassies in the nation’s capital. Throughout two weeks, embassies from around the world will present music, dance, film, exhibits, and more that showcases their unique culture. (202) 661-7581 culturaltourismdc.org may 11 – 17 national police Week Various Locations – Nearly 40,000 officers and supporters honor more than thousands of law enforcement officers from around the country who have lost their lives in the line of duty. A series of ceremonies, services and other related events will be held, including the 20th Annual Candlelight Vigil and the 27th Annual Peace Officers Memorial Service. (573) 346-4911 nationalcops.org apr. 15 – apr. 18 papal visit to Washington Various Locations - The Archdiocese of Washington joyfully welcomes the planned Apostolic Journey of Pope Benedict XVI to the United States. The Pope will visit the White House, meet with religious leaders and hold Mass at the New Nationals Park. (301) 853-4500 uspapalvisit.org may 7 – 11 The Washington Ballet presents Cinderella Warner Theatre - A ballet for all ages, Cinderella has it all…a wicked stepmother, evil stepsisters, a coach made from a pumpkin, a bevy of bumblebees and a wistful young heroine with a tiny foot, who meets her prince and lives happily ever after. (800) 669-7824 warnertheatre.com may 13 – June 22 The Maxa New Musical – The Visit Signature Theatre — Chita Rivera stars in this new musical based on one of the great plays of the 20th Century. Claire Zachanassian was driven from her hometown in disgrace when she was 17, having been betrayed by her lover. Several decades and seven husbands later, Zachanassian has become the richest woman in the world, yet her hometown has fallen on hard times. When Zachanassian returns with an offer to save the town, salvation comes with an outrageous price tag. (703) 820-9771 sig-online.org apr. 24 – may 4 Filmfest dC Various Locations — This is the Washington, DC International film festival. Prepare to be amused, provoked, and inspired by extraordinary new films from some of the world’s most talented and innovative filmmakers. (202) 628-3456 filmfestdc.org may 9 - aug. 3 Aaron Douglas: African American Modernist Smithsonian American Art Museum – The first nationally touring retrospective of the work of Aaron Douglas (1899–1979), one of the foremost visual artists from the Harlem Renaissance. This exhibition brings together more than 80 rarely seen works by the artist including paintings, prints, drawings and illustrations, in addition to works by several of his contemporaries. (202) 633-7970 americanart.si.edu may 14 – June 22 apr. 27 shakespeare’s Birthday open house Folger Shakespeare Library – The Folger Shakespeare Library’s annual celebration of the Bard’s birthday invites visitors to enjoy birthday cake, stage combat workshops, tours and treasure hunts in Folger’s reading rooms, jugglers, jesters, music, song and dance. (202) 544–7077 folger.edu The Internationalist The Studio Theatre - New York’s hip young theatre company 13P developed this fresh and fascinating comedy by one of their resident playwrights. Anne Washburn follows an American businessman lost in translation in this mysterious, multilingual romance. (202) 332-3300 studiotheatre.org apr. 26 – 27 Walkingtown dC Citywide — Discover DC’s littleknown treasures through a series of walking tours. Free and open to the public, no reservations are required. Presented by Cultural Tourism DC. (202) 661-7581 walkingtowndc.org may may 2 – 3 national Cathedral Flower Mart National Cathedral - In its 69th year, this popular two-day festival includes fun activities for the family including puppet shows, carousel rides, boutiques, floral displays and entertainment. (202) 966-2171 cathedral.org may 16-18: ArtdC – Modern and Contemporary Art Fair Walter E. Washington Convention Center – Returning for the second year, ArtDC brings more than 80 galleries from Europe, Asia and the Americas tp showcase artwork including painting, photography, sculpture, video and paper displays. Hundreds of artworks will also be available for purchase. artdc.org 14 Events http://www.textilemuseum.org http://www.culturaltourismdc.org http://www.nationalcops.org http://www.uspapalvisit.org http://www.warnertheatre.com http://www.sig-online.org http://www.filmfestdc.org http://www.americanart.si.edu http://www.studiotheatre.org http://www.folger.edu http://www.walkingtowndc.org http://www.cathedral.org http://www.artdc.org

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Washington, D.C. Visitors Guide - Winter/Spring 2008 Welcome Contents Take Me Out to the Ballgame Vistor 411 Springtime Blooms with the National Cherry Blossom Festival Calendar of Events Transportation Getting Here Regularly Scheduled Tours Neighborhoods See & Do Smithsonian New at the Smithsonian Attractions Sports & Recreation Performing Arts Restaurants & Nightlife Restaurants Official Dining Guide Like a Local Nightlife DC Shopping: District by District Shopping, Health & Beauty Shopping Health & Beauty Accommodations DC Accommodations B&Bs Exploring International DC Fun in the Sun: Dive in to a Hotel Pool Maryland Accommodations Virginia Accommodations

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