MONDAY, JULY 20
CALL YOUR MOTHER FOR LUNCH: Head on over to Bethesda to enjoy a bagel from Call Your Mother’s newest mobile spot: a trolley next to Suburban Hospital. Order online, pick a spot in the shade, and enjoy lunch al fresco. (prices vary, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
ADA ANNIVERSARY: Celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act by joining this virtual chat with filmmakers Nicole Newnham and Jim LeBrecht. The duo are discussing their joy-filled Netflix documentary Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution, which showcases the groundbreaking Camp Jened. ASL interpreters and real-time captions will be provided. (5:30 p.m., FREE)
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TUESDAY, JULY 21
GOOD TROUBLE: To honor the life of Representative John Lewis, check out this documentary now streaming from D.C.’s only non-profit movie theater Avalon. John Lewis: Good Trouble follows Lewis’s 60-plus years of activism, via interviews with the Civil Rights icon and his family, coworkers, and more. Following the film, watch a pre-recorded discussion between Lewis and Oprah Winfrey. (Ongoing, $12)
THE ROOM WHERE IT HAPPENED: Hamilton fans and history buffs will enjoy this evening chat from historian Richard Bell, “How Hamilton Remixes History and Show Biz.” This Smithsonian Associates virtual event will examine Lin-Manuel Miranda’s beloved blockbuster musical and the history behind the story on stage. (6:45 p.m., $35)
CHEERS TO THE CLASSICS: Books in Bloom, the annual Columbia, Maryland literary festival, is going virtual this year, so enjoy Cocktails & Classics: A Literary Happy Hour from your couch. Mixologists from The Walrus Oyster & Ale House will host a cocktail class, focused on mixing drinks based on classic literature. (7 p.m., FREE)
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 22
CROWNING GLORY: Gather the kids around to experience a Russian Royal Adventure from the Hillwood Estate, Museum, & Gardens. This virtual event, aimed at children ages 3 to 10 and their caretakers, is exploring Hillwood’s art and engage in activities led by a museum educator. There will also be a Q&A. (3 p.m., $5)
ART APPRECIATION: Alexandria’s Torpedo Factory Art Center is now reopened, so now is the time to appreciate some of its art. The Target Gallery is open to 10 visitors at a time to maintain social distancing. Masks are required; check the website for more details before heading out. (10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesdays to Sundays, FREE)
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THURSDAY, JULY 23
PLAY BALL: The Nationals’ season opener may be happening sans fans, but that doesn’t mean you can’t cheer on the World Series champs as they take on the New York Yankees. Watch at home or on the big screen at the Bullpen. Make reservations ahead of time and bring your mask; tables will be six feet apart as the venue will be following all D.C. guidelines. (7 p.m., prices vary)
SIREN SONG: Visual arts non-profit Transformer’s summer performance arts series, Siren Arts: Fluxus Sea, is now underway. This week, Colombian-American visual artist Founder of Girl Power Meetups and community organizer Samera Paz are featured. Tune in to hear about Paz’s work in photojournalism, blood-work, and performance art. (7 p.m., FREE, donations appreciated)
BLOSSOMS IN BLOOM: Artechouse is back open and art lovers can now take in the exhibit, “Hamani: Beyond the Blooms.” The cherry blossoms may have bloomed while we were inside, visitors can now appreciate this immersive world of spring reimagined. Face masks and reservations are required. More COVID-19 safety details are here. (12 to 7 p.m., adults $19)
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