FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20

GOOD FOOD: Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a cooking class held by the D.C. Public Library. Join them via YouTube as they fry up some frybread, a golden-brown pastry created by Indigenous peoples. Cook alongside them during the event. All you need is all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, water, and shortening or oil. (4 p.m., FREE)

DRIVE-IN, STAY WARM: Stay warm and safe inside the car with a drive-in movie night. This Alexandria drive-in movie night is showing Seabiscuit, the true story of a Depression-era race horse that brought the country together. Food trucks are offering delicious concessions to enjoy while watching the movie. Book your spot in advance. (5001 Eisenhower Avenue, Alexandria, Va., 9 p.m., $35/car)

HOLIDAY MARKET: Get holiday shopping done on time this year with the Downtown Holiday Market — which is back with some safety modifications. The market will be one-way only with properly distanced foot traffic to maximize safety. Wear your mask and shop for holiday favorites, from locally made goods to delicious snacks. (F St. NW between 7th and 9th Streets, 12 p.m., prices vary)

ON FIRE: It’s been a tough year. Breathe it out with an art viewing. Rhizome DC is holding appointment-only viewings of an exhibit by artist Emily Francisco. The Light at the End Was a Fire, which opens Friday, is about change, acceptance and healing. It consists of several motion-activated audiovisual works on the first floor of Rhizome. There will also be a small collection of recent drawings on the second floor. (Email to make an appointment, FREE)

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21

MOVEABLE ART: The National Gallery of Art is holding a virtual conversation about how looking at works of art can inspire mindful movement. This session is lead by Alicia Sokol, a local movement specialist and owner of barre3 on 14th St., NW. Alicia specializes in finding joy, healing and belonging through movement. Wear comfortable clothing and have enough space to move during the program. (10 a.m., FREE)

COOKIE CRAWL: Be sure to grab a stash of cookies before the holiday season with Old Town Alexandria’s second annual cookie crawl. Put on by the Old Town Business Association, this cookie crawl is providing pre-wrapped treats from 25 different retailers in Old Town Alexandria. Reserve a time to pick-up a tin, and then walk the streets of Old Town’s shopping district munching on a sweet treat. (Old Town Alexandria, 10 a.m., $30)

HELP MAKE A THANKSGIVING MEAL: Help our neighbors in need enjoy Thanksgiving this year by donating to FRESHFARM. Donations help Arlington Food Assistance Center’s gleaners — people who gather food — get delicious fresh produce at the farmer’s market. On Saturday, donate and then head to one of nine farmer’s markets in the area for some free hot cider. Locations are posted online. (Various locations and times, $5-$1,000)

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22

COMFORT FOOD: After sleeping in on Sunday, who doesn’t want to wake up to some warm bagels? Learn how to make fresh bagels with Sixth & I’s virtual cooking series. Local and Sonny’s Pizza baker Hannah Wolfman-Arent is teaching a class on how to make this classic comfort food. Before each class, you’ll receive a list of ingredients, a recipe and a step-by-step guide. (4 p.m., $30)

ICE ‘N’ LIGHTS: Head to Cameron Run Regional Park for a winter light show and ice skating. Dress warmly to wander the dazzling Winter Village while taking your holiday photos. Then, grab some skates and hit the ice rink. Tickets to the rink will be limited and staggered to keep visitors safely apart. (Cameron Run Regional Park, Alexandria, Va., 5 p.m., $9.35-$24)

SURF ROCK: Get beachy on a cold day with The Surfability Vibe!, a Northern Virginia three-person band. The State Theatre is putting on a free outdoor show outside their venue featuring the band. They’ll perform high-energy surf rock, punk, grunge and more. All ages are welcome, but capacity is limited. Arrive early to grab a spot. (The State Theatre, 220 N Washington St, Falls Church, Va., 4 p.m., FREE)

HISTORIC ALLEYS: Did you know D.C.’s alleyways are packed with history? Join Off the Mall Walking Tours for a tour of D.C.’s most profound alleyways. The 2-hour tour is limited to just 10 people for safety. Masks are available, but please bring your own. (Meet at the corner of M and 9th St. NW, 2 p.m., $15)