FRIDAY MARCH 12
AMANDA GORMAN: On Friday, head to Dupont Circle to view one of the District’s newest murals: a depiction of poet Amanda Gorman. The mural of the National Youth Poet Laureate was painted by local artist Kaliq Crosby and can be found on 17th Street Northwest. The image showcases Gorman reading her poem “The Hill We Climb” during President Joe Biden’s inauguration in January. (1608 17th St Northwest, Washington, D.C.; FREE)
NO MUGGLES: Start your weekend with an outdoor showing of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire. On Friday, The Bullpen at Half Street Fairgrounds is continuing its Harry Potter screening series (which continues next week with the Prisoner of Azkaban). Expect drink specials, free popcorn, and a costume contest. (The Bullpen at Half Street Fairgrounds; 7 p.m.; $20)
OPEN STUDIO: This Friday, tune into the National Portrait Gallery’s free “open studio” event. Produced for children and families, the event will feature an art workshop where instructors will teach participants new skills, activities, and techniques to express their creativity. The workshop will be streamed directly to Facebook and YouTube. (11 a.m.; FREE)
SATURDAY MARCH 13
LGBTQ HISTORY: This Saturday, A Tour Of Her Own is leading a tour around the District that explores moments in the struggle for LBGTQ rights. The event focuses on local focal points of the movement that led up to the 2015 Supreme Court decision on marriage equality. The tour ends with a cocktail hour at Hotel Zena on 14th Street. (Hotel Zena; 3 p.m.-5 p.m.; $20)
OUTDOOR YOGA: Find your center of gravity this weekend. On Saturday, Hikyoga Washington DC is hosting an hour-long yoga class in the U.S. National Arboretum for yogis of all levels. Masks are required when participants can’t stay six feet apart, and space is limited. (United States National Arboretum; 10 a.m.-11 a.m.; $16-$29)
PLANT POP UP: On Saturday, Red Bear Brewing and PLNTR (a local plant shop) are teaming up for a pop-up at Red Bear’s M Street location. The pop-up will feature house plants, dried florals, and artwork — and of course, Red Bear beer. (Red Bear Brewing; 12 p.m.-7 p.m.; a la carte)
COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP: Join Ward 8 Woods Conservancy to help keep the District’s green spaces clean. The group meets at various Saturdays for cleanup projects: This weekend volunteers are headed to Shepherd Parkway. Participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle and wear full-length pants. (Shepherd Parkway; 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; FREE)
SUNDAY MARCH 14
PHILHARMONIC: On Sunday, the National Philharmonic at Strathmore is streaming a celebration of Beethoven. The event, Encore Presentation: Beethoven @ 250 Birthday Bash, will be available free on YouTube and Facebook. The event is a recorded performance of the 2020-2021’s opening event, which will feature conductor Piotr Gajewski and violinists Nurit Bar-Josef and Jonathan Carney. (2 p.m.; FREE)
BIDDING: Head to the auction and celebrate Women’s History Month — all without leaving your home. This weekend, Past Tense yoga studio is hosting a virtual auction focused on women-owned businesses in the D.C. region. Expect prizes from Mount Desert Island Ice Cream, Salt & Sundry, Each Peach Market, and more. Proceeds will support Mary’s Center and Bartenders Against Racism. (5 p.m.; various prices)
EXHIBIT: Visit the National Museum of Women in the Arts to learn about Sonya Clark, a “textile and social practice artist.” The temporary exhibition is the first-ever survey of Clark’s career and includes sculptures and artworks made from flags, currency, cotton, and human hair. Please note that due to the coronavirus, tickets are issued on a timed basis. (National Museum of Women in the Arts; 12 p.m.-5 p.m.; $0-$10)
