MONDAY, DECEMBER 27
MEDITATION CLASS: Feeling exhausted, isolated, or just plain down from COVID-19? Join Dance Loft at 14 for a virtual stretch and release class to meditate. Attendees will stretch and meditate to relieve any anxiety, but also learn about toning and sculpting through strength training. (Dance Loft at 14, 6:45 p.m., $27)
BATH BOMBS: Head to Rockville Science Center for a fun class to make your own relaxing bath bombs. The hands-on workshop will teach attendees how to craft their own bath bombs with all-natural ingredients and explain the chemistry behind the bubbles. (Rockville Science Center, 5:30 p.m., $25)
MORE: Yoga in Del Ray with Liat (6 p.m., $17), GraFFiTi Art Workshop (Artjar, 6 p.m., $129.97)
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28
OUTDOOR ZUMBA: The Aurora Hills Branch Library in Arlington hosts an outdoor Zumba class for all levels. Bring your towels and best moves for a total workout, combining all elements of fitness. The event is free, but tips are recommended for the volunteer instructor. (Aurora Hills Branch Library, 7 p.m.)
EXTENDED EXHIBIT: It’s the final week for Artechouse’s exhibit Life of a Neuron. Artists from around the world came together to create immersive, digital art exploring the human brain. Dive in through Jan. 2. (Artechouse, open 10 a.m.-10 p.m., $24)
MORE: Yule Ball: Harry Potter Books Trivia at Duffy’s Irish Pub (8 p.m., free admission)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29
FARMERS MARKET: Explore the Brookmont Farm Market in Bethesda to experience a little Wednesday afternoon magic. Enjoy a full-service market and outdoor food hall with food trucks, libations, and live music every week. Make sure to grab grub from beloved vendors like Bun’d Up, Horace and Dickie’s, Money Muscle BBQ, Pho Wheels, and more. (Broad St. and Maryland Ave., Bethesda, 3 p.m.-7:30 p.m., free admission)
LANGUAGE EXCHANGE: Head to Johnny Pistolas in Adams Morgan for a language exchange happy hour and friending event from Mer Events. Sign up with the language you speak and you’ll be seated at a table accordingly to meet others that speak that language. Then, everyone rotates and meets each other while speaking English. Tickets include a taco and house margarita, wine, or beer. (Johnny Pistolas, 7 p.m., $15)
WINE AND WATERCOLORS: Learn how to paint watercolor designs inspired by local makers’ designs at this wine and watercolor event at Shop Made in DC in Georgetown. Enjoy two complimentary glasses of wine at the self-guided DIY event. (Shop Made in DC Georgetown, 5 p.m., $20)
MORE: Start Making Sense Live in Concert! (The Hamilton Live, 8 p.m., $18), Live Karaoke Experience feat. The Experience Band @ Union Oyster Bar (7 p.m., FREE)
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30
CANDLE WORKSHOP: Ready to get the last weekend of the year started? Try something different at this happy hour with a twist—candle making! Bethesda candle store Scents by The Company hosts a special happy hour sip + pour candle workshop for attendees to enjoy light refreshments and wine while creating a scented candle. (Scents by the Company, 6:30 p.m., $50)
HOLIDAY POP UP: Looking for a different type of pop up? The Glow Bar is a place to unwind from the holidays in a way that isn’t all about drinking. Tickets include a themed mediation session, a sound bath, hard kombucha, and unlimited tea. Only 25 attendees will be allowed each evening of the pop up, which runs certain nights through Feb. 17. (1824 9th St. NW, 6:45 p.m., $40)
COMEDY SHOW: The Ugly Mug hosts a comedy show icebreaker to help you laugh your way into the new year. Attendees can count on non-stop humor from top acts from across the country, all while enjoying food and drinks. (The Ugly Mug, 8 p.m., $10)
MORE: Gina Brillon at the DC Improv Comedy Club (7:30 p.m., $20)
