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Featured Events
Tues, Jul 2, 5-8pm
Panamanian Dance Party
Learn salsa and Panamanian folk dances, then dance the night away
American Art Museum
 
 
Fri-Sun, Jul 3-5, 12noon & 2pm
Native Skate Jam
Watch up-and-coming Native American skateboarders demonstrate their favorite sport
American Indian Museum
 
Thurs, Jul 9, 16, & 23, 6-8pm
Sunset Serenades
Bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy live music. Food and beverages are available for purchase
National Zoo
 
 
Fri & Sun, Jul 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, & 26, times vary
Hong Kong Film Festival
See a selection of films -- new and old -- that highlight Hong Kong's cinematic achievements. Free tickets required
Freer Gallery
 
Sat, Jul 11, 11am-3pm
lecture/seminarLincoln Bicentennial Event Family Festival
From the Pony Express to the Railway Post Office, discover the many changes that took place in the mail delivery system during President Lincoln's lifetime
Postal Museum
 
Thurs, Jul 16, 10am-3pm
Countdown to the Moon Family Day
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing with a variety of fun and educational family activities
Air and Space Museum
 
Sat, Jul 18, 11:30am-2pm
Nationals Baseball Family Day
Meet players from the Washington Nationals baseball team, play games, and go on a scavenger hunt to find all-star artists
American Art Museum and Portrait Gallery
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Timeless Treasures of Classical Music

Tues, Jul 7-Aug 11, 12noon
Timeless Treasures of Classical Music
Examine the formal structure and combinations of melody, harmony, and rhythm of classical works that are universally recognized

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