April 13, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy kid-oriented activities such as crafts, games and looking through a solar telescope. Adults can learn about local environmental issues from the dozens of organizations represented. Gypsy Hill Park, Staunton, Va. 540-885-0678, earthdaystaunton.org
April 12, 8 p.m. With a range that reaches the stratosphere, and enough charm to light the whole city of New York, she’s a certified Broadway star. Chrysler Hall, Norfolk, Va. vafest.org
April 28, 2-4 p.m. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a special evening at the Virginia Zoo as the Virginia Symphony Orchestra performs outdoors. Norfolk, Va. 757-441-2374, virginiazoo.org/events/roarchestra
April 6, 8 p.m. A gifted composer, arranger, and educator, Keberle is also a “relentlessly prolific sideman” (JazzTimes) who has performed five Grammy Award-winning records. Attucks Theatre, 1010 Church St., Norfolk, Va. 757-288-2800, vafest.org
April 6-7. The festival now includes scenic river cruises, live music, food and libations. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, 213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels, Md. 410-745-4960, ophiuroidea.com
April 5-14. Come see more than 600 exotic, luxury, concept and showroom cars from 35 domestic and foreign manufacturers.The show will also feature a Family Fun Zone, the Art-of-Motion exhibit and appearances by D.C. sports stars. Walter E. Washington Convention Center, NW, Washington, D.C. w…
April 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Enjoy animal presentations on the ZooLive! stage, chat with zoo staff while learning about eco-friendly enrichment for the animals and learn how you can support conservation here and abroad. Norfolk, Va. 757-441-2374, virginiazoo.org
April 13-14. Enjoy two days of complimentary wine tastings then stroll through the festival to enjoy great food offerings, artisans, and huge classic car show. Bowie, Md. concertsforcausesinc.org/event/savor-bowie-2019
April 19-20, noon-6 p.m. BBQ vendors and competition, world class BBQ tasting kits, beer garden, and bluegrass music. Kid-friendly event. 7313 Sharpsburg Pike, Boonsboro, Md. 301-259-1991, interstatebbqfestival.com
May 10, 8 p.m. Chick Corea and Béla Fleck, two master songwriters, musicians, and band leaders come together for a genre-busting pairing of piano and banjo. Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md. 301-581-5100, strathmore.org
Jan. 25. Participants can ski, hike, or use snowshoes on the Kinzua Valley Trail — which is about 4.5 miles long and is located adjacent to the Westline Inn. Event by American Cancer Society. Westline, Pa. 814-203-7848.
Jan. 31, 7:30 p.m. Featuring award-winning producer and musical director Damien Sneed, you’ll hear traditional and modern gospel, classical, jazz and Broadway, from Aretha Franklin to Wynton Marsalis, Duke Ellington to Stevie Wonder, Nina Simone to Donny Hathaway. Attucks Theatre, Norfolk, V…
Jan. 25, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Local chili makers compete for for one of the coveted chili trophies. Try each one and vote on your favorite. Shop wonderful local vendors from both small businesses and handmade crafts. Parkview Church of God, Newport News, Va. 757-826-1862.
Jan. 26, 3:30 p.m. This fun, interactive family concert will have every family member on their feet! The program explores the expressive, dance-like melodies of William Grant Still’s Danzas de Panama, and Scott Joplin’s The Entertainer and Maple Leaf Rag. Atlas Performing Arts Center, NE, Wa…
Jan. 30. Benjamin Laude will be performing a selection of works by the famed composer Ludwig van Beethoven, in honor of his 250th birthday. 300 Campus Dr., Bradford, Pa. 814-362-5113.
Jan. 31, 8 p.m. Spiritual Ensemble featuring some of the finest singers in the classical music world. ASE aims to keep the American Negro Spiritual alive by performing renditions of classic spirituals, jazz and Broadway favorites that highlight the black experience. Forbes Center, Harrisonburg, Va.
Jan. 25, 6:30 p.m. The Anthem, 901 Wharf St., SW, Washington, D.C. 202-888-0020.
Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m. Meng Su and Yameng Wang, known together as Beijing Guitar Duo perform. Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md. 301-581-5100.
Jan. 29, noon. Take a quick class on art during lunch. This week, NMWA Senior Educator Adrienne L. Gayoso discusses a sampling of works in the museum’s collection. NW, Washington, .C. 202-783-5000.
January 24-26. Celebrate the waterfowl, seabirds, shorebirds, raptors — and seals! — that are on full display in the mid-Atlantic during the winter months. This popular trip is a near-shore maritime boat cruise from Lewes, DE, to enjoy seals and pelagic and arctic migrants. Species tallied o…
Feb. 9, 2-3:30 p.m. At Pamplin Historical Park’s Valentine Tea, ladies and gentlemen in period dress will teach guests 19th-century etiquette while they enjoy gourmet tea and snacks. 6125 Boydton Plank Road, Petersburg, Va. 804-861-2408.
Feb. 14-16. The indoor boat show features approximately 350 boats, exhibitors, deals, bass boats and accessory show specials, sport cruisers and more. 4001 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, Md.
Feb. 1, 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Enjoy a variety of activities and demonstrations throughout the day including demos of dough figurine craftsmanship, finger painting, hands-on shadow puppet making demos, wood printing of new year paintings, calligraphy demos and paper cutting. Kogod Courtyard at th…
Feb. 7, 7-10 p.m. Enjoy delicious samplings of fine wines, samplings from local restaurants and an eclectic mix of live music, entertainment, and games. The Virginia Living Museum, Newport News, Va. 757-595-1900.
Feb. 14-15. Complete your playing card while enjoying delicious chocolate treats at each participating merchant. Cross the finish line at the Chincoteague Center to have your playing card validated and entered in the grand prize drawings. Chincoteague, Va. 757-336-3700.
Feb. 14-15. Taste five wines while sampling five deserts, provided by John Williams European Bakery of Bradford. Kane, Pa. 814-837-7566.
Feb. 22, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fun for the entire family including: live music, free magic show for kids, face painting, performing artists, New Orleans inspired food, wagon rides and crafts for kids. Culpeper, Va. 540-825-4416.
Feb. 22, noon-5 p.m. Providing generous access to vendors, the event features a select group of wine and cider producers from both sides of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the comfort of the historic Stonewall Jackson Hotel. Staunton, Va.
Feb. 22. There will be family-friendly activities in IRMC Park and sampling of the best winter foods at the downtown restaurants. Indiana, Pa. 724-463-6110.
Feb. 15. Events include ice carving demonstrations, illuminated ice sculptures, interactive sculptures, store specials, vendors/crafters, carriage rides, and exceptional dining. Oakland, Md. 301-334-2691.
Feb 8. A Hunter winter schooling show to prepare for the spring show season. Virginia Horse Center, 487 Maury River Road, Lexington, Va. 540-464-2950.
Feb. 7-9. Jam-On Productions presents three days of new motorcycles, used bikes, custom bikes, vintage machines, and swapmeet. Maryland State Fairgrounds, 2200 York Road, Lutherville, Md. 240-367-7509.
Feb. 29. Offering only local craft beer, live music and spectacular views. Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. 410-289-2800.
Feb. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Designed to provide parents with an engaging trade show atmosphere while their kids enjoy an awesome day of fun and entertainment. Richmond Raceway Complex, Richmond, Va. 757-470-9840.
Feb. 21-23. Attendees can shop crafts from over 600 of the country’s leading artists specializing in contemporary jewelry, clothing, furniture, and decor. Baltimore Convention Center, 1 West Pratt St., Baltimore, Md. 410-243-3790.
Feb. 1, March 7. Guided walks start promptly at 8 a.m. These two-mile walks take place on flat terrain and typically last for about two hours. A local birding expert or naturalist will guide each walk. Cambridge, Md. 410-639-7160.
Feb. 1. 8 p.m. Ganz explores early waltzes, polonaises, nocturnes and marches to demonstrate the seed of Chopin’s genius, followed by mature examples of the same genres: Chopin’s genius in full bloom. Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md.
Feb. 16, 10 a.m. Monster Cross offers a 25- and 50-mile race/ride. The course supports cross or mountain bikes. Pocahontas State Park, Chesterfield, Va. 804-796-4255.
Feb. 2. The Midwinter Baroque Daydream concert offers you an afternoon escape from winter’s chill with the best of the best. 3604 Chatham Road, Ellicott City, Md. 410-941-9262.
Feb. 2, 3-4 p.m. The symphony will perform “The Magic of Music.” Bromeley Family Theater, 300 Campus Dr., Bradford, Pa.
Feb. 5, 7:30 p.m. Experience these exceptionally gifted musicians take the stage with a performance featuring Beethoven’s Concerto no. 5 in E-flat major, op. 73, “Emperor;” Symphony no. 2 in D major, op. 43, by Jean Sibelius; and a new work by Curtis alumna Gabriella Smith. Moss Arts Center,…
Feb. 8, 8 p.m. Conductor Vladimir Lande, winner of the prestigious Clef D’Or Global Music Award, will lead the Orchestra and a world-class piano soloist in a dazzling concert of Russian favorites. Forbes Center for the Performing Arts, Harrisonburg, Va. 540-568-7000.
Feb. 22, 8 p.m. The orchestra presents a concert of Eastern European delights, including a showpiece for cello by Tchaikovsky and Ukrainian composer Borys Lyatoshynsky’s symphonic ballade composed as a tribute to the Polish poet Adam Mickiewicz on the centenary of his death. Fairfax, Va.
Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m. Beethoven’s brilliant Quartet in A minor Op. 132 is followed by tributes by Mario Davidovsky and Mendelssohn. Wolf Trap, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna, Va. 703-255-1900.
Feb. 22, 8-10 p.m. Roots is one of Coastal Virginia’s brightest talents, honoring Franklin while delivering her unique spin with a soaring vocal range and lush quality that celebrates this rarely heard portion of Franklin’s repertoire. The American Theatre, Hampton, Va. 757-722-2787.
Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m. Aldean will be accompanied by special guests Morgan Wallen and Dee Jay Silver. John Paul Jones Arena, Charlottesville, Va. 434-243-4960.
Feb. 1. Tim Finch’s annual show returns with Seldom Scene’er Dudley Connell playing some classic and “not so classic” bluegrass tunes. 33 West St., Annapolis, Md. 410-268-4545.
Feb. 21. HoCoPoLitSo’s annual Irish Evening will feature award-winning author Alice McDermott, Celtic rock band O’Malley’s March and the Teelin Irish Dance Company. Horowitz Visual and Performing Arts Center, Columbia, Md. 443-518-4568.
Feb. 7. TAO’s modern, high-energy performances showcasing the ancient art of Japanese drumming have transfixed audiences worldwide. 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md. 301-581-5100.
Feb. 6. Bereishit Dance Company is a groundbreaking Seoul-based company that approaches Korean traditional culture from a contemporary view. 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, Md. 301-581-5100.
Feb. 29, 8 p.m. For forty years the Apollo Theater showcased some of the finest black artists in American swing, jazz, R&B and pop. Borrowing from their own list of stars, the center is thrilled to present the sounds of The Supremes, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Hall & Oates, Aretha F…
Feb. 15, 8-10 p.m. Get ready for an evening of laughter, jazzercise, shoulder pads and quick-witted one-liners as The Golden Girls take to the stage — as puppets. The American Theatre, Hampton, Va. 757-722-2787.
Feb. 22. Dinner buffet, show, cash bar and chances to win cash and prizes. Chestnut Ridge Golf Resort and Conference Center, Blairsville, Pa. 724-459-8588.
Through Feb. 17. The exhibition will present an impressive range of more than 40 works from across Berruguete’s career, including examples of his earliest paintings from his time in Italy, where he trained. National Gallery of Art, NW, Washington, D.C. 202-737-4215.
Through Feb. 23. This exhibit is the first in-depth study of hospitality settings depicted in the works of one of the most celebrated American artists. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond, Va. 804-340-1400.
Through May 24. Paul Henderson was a photojournalist and the Baltimore Afro-American’s first photographer, who captured Black life in Baltimore for over 40 years. The Goucher College Library, Baltimore, Md. 410-337-6126.
Through April 19. A selection of 12 Art Nouveau books by William Morris, Alphonse Mucha, and others. These stunning books exemplify the romance and whimsy of the era, with pages inhabited by undulated vines, gardens of abstract flowers, and elegant maidens in billowing gowns. The Walters Art…
Jan. 22-Feb. 2, 5:30-10 p.m. The REACH glows with the D.C. debut of approximately 100 stunning Winter Lanterns crafted by Chinese artisans made up of 10,000 colored LED lights. Along with the beautiful lantern displays, visitors can enjoy performances and artisan demonstrations, and food tru…
Jan. 17-March 1. Adapted from the New York Times bestselling novel by Khaled Hosseini (Kite Runner), the lives of two Afghan women are inextricably bound together. Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater, SW, Washington, D.C.
Jan. 17- 26. More than 3 dozen restaurants participating to satisfy your craving for every type of food. Click here to see the list of restaurants.
