Sphinx Virtuosi at the Library of Congress
The self-conducted string ensemble Sphinx Virtuosi will be making its debut at the Library of Congress this weekend. With a program featuring works from primarily composers of color and black and Latinx classic soloists, the group aims to bring new and important voices into the world of stringed orchestra. Stop by the Whittall Pavilion before the show for a discussion with the musicians.
Library of Congress, Friday, 8 p.m. 

Celebrate a long-running podcast with 12 hours of live shows 
Brandon Wetherbee has been producing his podcast “You, Me, Them, Everybody” since 2009, and this weekend, the D.C.-based host will celebrate 12 years of YMTE with 12 hours of consecutive live shows at the Wonderland Ballroom. Wetherbee’s talk-show style podcast brings on guests to have a variety of odd conversations, and has hosted live shows in cities across the U.S., from D.C. to Los Angeles. See a full list of the evening’s guests on YMTE‘s website. The event is free, but according to the Facebook page, a  $12,000 donation is suggested
The Wonderland Ballroom, Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. 

Healing through barre 
Refresh your Saturday morning with a free barre class at the 14th Street Lululemon. The high-end yoga and athleisure outfitter is partnering with Whitley Miller, founder of Healing Barre, a strength-building workout that blends movements from ballet, yoga, and Pilates. Miller’s class focuses on restoring the body to its natural rhythms through grounding movements and moments of meditation for reflection and healing. Pre-registration is encouraged.
1925 14th Street NW, Saturday, 9 a.m.-9:50 a.m. 

Follow in historic footsteps
A National Park Service ranger will trace the history of Shaw and Logan Circle this weekend with a half-mile walk from the Mary McLeod Bethune Council House to the Carter G. Woodson Home. Known as the “father of black history,” Woodson, a longtime Shaw resident, was the second African American to receive a doctorate, following W.E.B. DuBois. Bethune, a close friend of Woodson, was also an outspoken civil rights activist and educator. The hour-long walk wraps up on the final day of Black History Month with a look back at the history of slavery, the Civil War, and the fight for civil rights in the District.
1318 Vermont Ave NW, Saturday, 11 a.m. 

Degas exhibit opens at the National Gallery of Art
Edgar Degas, the world-famous artist known for his ability to capture the movement of dance in his paintings, is the focus of a new exhibit, Degas at the Opéra, coming to the National Gallery of Art. Starting this Sunday, more than 100 of Degas’ art pieces will be on display, depicting his fascination with the world of the Paris Opera. While many know the influence of ballet on Degas’ work, few may know he was just as inspired by opera. The exhibit will remain at the gallery through July 5.
National Gallery of Art, opens Sunday

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