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Faction of Fools Presents Missed Connections
Faction of Fools is a family friendly troup that practices Commedia dell’Arte, a style of theater characterized by its use of masks, improvisation, physical comedy, and recognizable character types archetypes.
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Red Bike Theatre Production by Pan Underground
Caridad Svich’s Red Bike is a play about being a child growing up in small town America and figuring out where you stand in a divided country.
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Groundbreakings at Aspen Square and The Reynard
Join Us to Celebrate The Parks: Groundbreakings at Aspen Square & The Reynard!
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Rorshach Theatre Presents Dracula
“Dracula: A Feminist Revenge Fantasy, Really”
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Spring Celebration & Egg Roll
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BARRE3 Fitness Class
This 60-minute efficient and effective workout combines strength conditioning, cardio and mindfulness.
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Day of Service with Housing Up
Housing Up is launching its annual Back to School Drive and this year is focused on ensuring each of the 2,000 children they serve has a backpack full of school supplies that will set them up for success.
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The Parks Marketplace: Ribbon Cutting
Join the development team at The Parks at Walter Reed for a community festival and ribbon-cutting event to celebrate the centerpiece of the north side of campus: with new retail, a community plaza, and three new residential buildings!
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Playground Popsicle Party
A new playground at The Parks will be opening this month, so join us to celebrate with a cheerful popsicle party on Sunday, August 1, at 4:30 pm.
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Washington Bach Consort
Sisters in Harmony: Women of the Baroque, a program of music including several pieces written by women composers of the 17th century
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SOME’s Summer Concert with DC Strings
SOME (So Others Might Eat) invites you to attend a special evening of music and fun at the historic Parks at Walter Reed.
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Mindfulness on the Great Lawn
Join your friends and neighbors for a 5-week program focused on mindfulness for enhancing creative self expression and compassion.
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Flash Grass DJ Event
Featuring music, specialty bar, food, vendors, performances, and more! Rain or shine, 18+ (pets included)!
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FLASH: GRASS DJ EVENT
2nd installment of their 𝔾ℝ𝔸𝕊𝕊 series, featuring music, specialty bar, food, vendors, performances, and more!
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History Walking Tour at The Parks
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Rochelle Rice
Rice’s sound leans heavily on solid lyrics, jazz-influenced harmony, and soaring vocals!
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Down in the Reeds Music Festival
This year’s special celebration will continue to celebrate the power of music to heal across communities and cultures.
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Shepherd Park Halloween Pet Parade and Costume Contest
The Shepherd Park Citizens Association is hosting its third annual Spet-tacular Halloween Parade and Costume Contest at the dog park at The Parks at Walter Reed.
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Holiday Market and Celebration in The Parks
Celebrate the holidays with friends and neighbors on the Marketplace Plaza with a new weekend-long holiday market!
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Year-Round Farmers Markets Nearby
The Takoma Park Farmers Market is open year-round.
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"Mezzanine" Spring Vintage & Vinyl Fair
The region’s best vintage vendors and vinyl record sellers converge at The Parks for a spring kick-off to get you dancing and dreaming of summer!
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Zumba on the Plaza: April-May
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Yoga Heights Thursday Class
Outdoor, in-person fitness continues this year with community yoga classes every Saturday and Thursday from May to September on the Great Lawn!
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Yoga Heights Saturdays Class
Outdoor, in-person fitness with community yoga classes every Saturday and Thursday from May to September on the Great Lawn!
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Shepherd Park Garden Tour
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Community Advisory Meetings
Community meetings related to construction concerns, traffic, connecting residents with employment and business opportunities and a host of other updates.
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Civil War Walking Tour Starting at The Parks
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History Walking Tours at The Parks: May
A new history tour about The Parks at Walter Reed!
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Bike From Home Day
Come to the Marketplace Plaza for Bike To Work Day!
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Strength & Cardio with Jess: May/June
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Happy Hours: Music & Dancing
Come mingle and dance on the Marketplace Plaza during our low-key Happy Hours.
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Jazz in The Parks
The region’s most acclaimed jazz musicians are returning to the ever-popular Jazz in The Parks on the Great Lawn this summer. Come enjoy these laid-back summer evenings.
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East Rock Creek Village: Jazz with James Zimmerman
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Summer Wine Tasting at Kite House
Summer Wine Tasting at Kite House from Pere Wine Bar.
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Home Rule Music Festival
The Home Rule Music Festival is a family-friendly event focused on the music and culture of Washington, DC on June 22.
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Turning the Page Bookstore Pop-up
Shop for used books, CDs, DVDs, and vinyl at a Carpe Librum pop-up sale.
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Studio & Cardio With Jess - June Through August
Strength and Cardio on Sundays at the Marketplace Plaza from Yoga Heights Studio.
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District Dogs Open House
District Dogs Open House 2-8:45pm with tours and activities
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Nü Androids Presents International DJ Group Anjunadeep
Nü Androids will host a special lineup of some of the best names in Progressive and Deep House.
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Zumba on the Plaza: July
Fort Stevens Day 160 Anniversary
The 60th Battle of Fort Stevens Commemoration will be Music and The Defense of the Capital, Saturday, July 13, 2023 (10am – 3pm) at Fort Stevens.
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Turning the Page Back to School Book Festival
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History Walking Tour at The Parks: September
A new history tour about The Parks at Walter Reed!
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The Parks and Nü Androids present a Sunday DJ Series at the Marketplace Plaza
The Parks and Nü Androids present a Sunday DJ Series at the Marketplace Plaza this fall with low-key events by spectacular DJs. Talent to be announced soon!
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The Parks History Walking Tour: WalkingtownDC
The WalkingTownDC tours are coming to The Parks at Walter Reed! We’re thrilled to offer a free WalkingtownDC tour based on our history tour of the campus.
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Fall Festival & Holiday Market
Celebrate the holidays with friends and neighbors on the Marketplace Plaza with our popular Holiday Market & Celebration. A complete list of amazing local vendors will be announced soon, and the event is early enough to kick off your holiday shopping.
There are no scheduled events for today - but check out our newsletter for information on upcoming events, and feel free to drop by for some impromptu, natural moments.
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