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This Weekend in Arlington, VA and Washington, DC

By Elizabeth Byrne

Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Realty

April 14, 2011 04:19 PM

It's almost a weekend, and as usual, there is a lot going on in Arlington VA and Washington DC. Below are some events you may enjoy:

April 16, Saturday

Civil War Family Festival. All ages. 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Discover how the Civil War challenged the postal system. Sort mail in a train car, explore stamps commemorating Abe Lincoln, learn about Confederate postage. National Postal Museum, Washington, DC.

Family & Youth Casting Call Fishing Event. All ages. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Go fishing, play games and have fun, all while learning about the great outdoors. Fletcher's Boathouse, C&O Canal National Historical Site, Washington, DC.

Antiques and Collectibles Market at Courthouse
Saturdays, 8am - 5pm
North 15th Street, next to Courthouse parking lot. This is on-going event every Saturday. Arrive early for best selection. Even if you are not planning to buy anything, it is still fun to browse.

"If You Give a Cat a Cupcake"
11 a.m. and 2 p.m, Saturday and Sunday.
Adventure Theatre, Glen Echo Park. This is a fun play for all ages, based on a book "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie", by Laura J. Numeroff!

April 17, Sunday

Shakespeare's Birthday Open House. All ages. Noon - 4 p.m. Enjoy jugglers and jesters, music and theater performances, birthday cake and a tour of the Folger's reading rooms. folger.edu. Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, DC.

National Gallery of Art. Sunday concert, 6:30pm.
Georgia Chamber Singers and Men in Blaque
James Dunaway and Joseph Huszti, conductors
Music by Frank Martin. West Building Main Floor, West Garden Court

Concerts at the National Gallery are open to the public, free of charge. The entrance at 6th Street and Constitution Avenue NW remains open on Sunday until 6:30 p.m. For further information, call (202) 842-6941.

The National Zoo, Washington DC

Did you know there are more than 400 different species of animals at our Zoo? This is one of my favorite places to explore with my family on weekends. Even when the weather is not perfect, there is plenty to do indoors. So put your most comfortable shoes on and have fun at the Zoo.

So here you are, just a few ideas for this weekend. Have a great time.

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Carol Andersen

Navarre Beach Agency - Navarre, FL

NW Floridanulls Real Estate Pro, TRC, ICREA

great post Elizabeth! sounds like fun for everyone and that's as if you didn't have enough wonderful things to do there already!

Apr 14, 2011 04:20 PM

Elizabeth Byrne

Keller Williams Realty - Arlington, VA

Arlington Virginia Real Estate

Carol, thank you for stopping by. There is always a lot to do around here. I wish we had more time to be everywhere. Have a great weekend.

Apr 14, 2011 04:23 PM

Bruce Walter

Keller Williams Realty Lafayette/West Lafayette, Indiana - West Lafayette, IN

There is something for everyone here Elizabeth. The Civil War exhibit at the postal museum sounds very interesting. Isn't that right next to Union Station? I remember going there in 2006.

Such an interesting place to live!

Apr 14, 2011 04:47 PM

Samantha Davault

Alexander Chandler Realty - Fort Worth, TX

Fort Worth, TX

Elizabeth, there is so much to do in your area. When I lived in Virginia I was always amazed at the wonderful museums and the fact that admission to most of them is free. Love the National Gallery so much.

Apr 14, 2011 04:57 PM

Brian Doubleday

Brian Doubleday - IML RealEstate - Orange County, CA Broker - Ladera Ranch, CA

Ladera Ranch, Foothill Ranch, Lake Forest, Mission Viejo

Great events, my son would love the Civil War family festival, he's learning about the Civil war in school right now

Apr 14, 2011 09:31 PM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

I would really like to see "If you give a cat a cupcake" sounds like a lot of fun. Lots of things going on in your area, Elizabeth, this is a great localism post.

Apr 15, 2011 01:32 AM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Lots of choices of things to do this weekend. Be sure to have your camera in hand to share your weekend adventures.

Blooming for home buyers this spring!

Apr 15, 2011 01:46 AM

Krystal Knott

Christie's International Real Estate - Summit Colorado - Breckenridge, CO

Breckenridge CO Real Estate & All Summit County CO

Elizabeth, thanks for all the great information! We might stop by the National Gallery of Art on Sunday for the concert (but only because you told me about it). We plan on going to the zoo while in town this next week on Wednesday. I can't wait to visit your great city!!! --Krystal

Apr 15, 2011 03:15 AM

Lloyd Binen

Certified Realty Services - Saratoga, CA

Silicon Valley Realtor since 1976; 408-373-4411

Hi Elizabeth,

I had no idea D.C. and Arlington were so 'hip and happening.' Looks like lots of fun with something for everyone. And each activity you've described comes complete with a link to get more details. This post is very thorough and helpful. Keep up the great work and I know it'll pay big dividends.

I agree with Toni (#6) above about the play; and Roy (#7) sent you an unusual, exotic flower.

Apr 15, 2011 05:12 AM

Bruce - yes, the building is close to Union Station. There are always many activities to choose from around DC, especially during spring and summer. Have a great weekend.

Samantha- you are right, most of the museums are government owned and free. We are lucky to live so close to the Smithsonian. My kids and I are frequent visitors to museums and the Zoo.

Brian- Civil War is a fascinating period in American history. My 10-year old son loves anythingrelated to military and weapons, without any encouragement on my part. I believe our sons would have a great time together if they could meet.

Toni - thank you for visiting. The play sounds fun and I would love to see it with my kids, if we can find any free time this weekend.

Roy - I will be taking some pictures, somewhere. Thank you for sharing the unusual with me.

Justin and Krystal - I hope you have a great time. There are always great events going on in DC. One of the places you may want to visit is Alexandria, Virginia. There are some great restaurants and shops there.

Lloyd - thank you for being such a faithful reader of my local posts. Yes, Arlington is small, but has a lot to offer. I'm not sure if you follow hockey (I have only recently become a fan of hockey due to my hockey-playing son), but some of the major players, the hip ones, chose Arlington as their home. Good to see you, and have a great weekend.

Apr 15, 2011 06:44 AM

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