MONDAY, MARCH 21
BLOOMS IN BLOOM: Peak bloom for the famous cherry blossoms is nearly upon us, but until then, there’s always Artechouse’s annual exhibit dedicated to the pink blossoms. Their latest immersive exhibit takes visitors on a 22-minute immersive experience that surrounds you with the flowers’ textures, colors, and soft pink vibes. (Artechouse, through June 5, $25-$35)
CRYING OVER SPILLED ART: The title card of Dany Green’s website tells this D.C. artist’s whole mission statement: “I break things and put them together again.” She creates mosaic art from glass shards, building new pieces from the remnants of old ones. At a virtual DC Public Library talk this week, Green will discuss the past decade of her career — and maybe inspire you to break and make your own art, too. (6:30 p.m., FREE)
MORE: Grace (Ford’s Theater, 7:30 p.m., $64)
TUESDAY, MARCH 22
BLOSSOM WALK: And if you want to see some real blooms, start cherry blossom season with a happy hour and walking tour from Historic America Tours. Meet at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial and embark on a multi-sensory history tour around the tidal basin before soaking in the sunset during a guided rum tasting at Tiki TNT. (Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, 4 p.m., $55)
SUPPER CLUB: Enjoy dinner and a show at Songbyrd Music House at the latest Supper Club from Chef Erik Bruner-Yang. Attendees will get an intimate performance from local rockers Foreign Air, accompanied by a curated three-course meal and complimentary drinks from Topo Chico. (Songbyrd Music House, 7 p.m., $117.76)
MORE: Health – + 005 : Plant Soundbath by IMKA (Eaton DC, 7 p.m., $35), Young Washington Concert Opera’s Spring Event (Lost Boy Cider, 7:45 p.m., $20), John Searles, Her Last Affair, in conversation with Amy Ryan (East City Bookshop, 6:30 p.m., $29.67)
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23
FUTURE FESTIVAL: Union Stage hosts the Our Connected Future Fest to discuss the future of technology and connection. The interactive event and mixer will feature fireside chats, live podcast tapings, panels, and speakers exploring questions about humans relationships with tech. (Union Stage, 7 p.m., $20)
CULINARY BOOK TALK: Mount Pleasant’s food-focused bookstore Bold Fork Books hosts Tanorria Askew, a private chef and former MasterChef contestant. Askew will discuss her latest Southern cookbook with food writer Aaron Hutcherson, and even demo a dish from the book. (Bold Fork Books, 7 p.m., $5)
MORE: Virtual Event: Adib Khorram, Kiss & Tell, with Julian Winters (East City Bookshop, 7 p.m, FREE), Rachel Levitin with Special Guests Griefcat and Jonny Grave (The Pie Shop, 8 p.m., $15), A Night at the Oscars (Smithsonian Associates, 6:45 p.m., $25)
THURSDAY, MARCH 24
VIDEO GAMECHANGERS: The FUTURES exhibit takes on Women’s History Month with an event all about women gamers, designers, and therapists in the world of video games. Learn about accessible game play with the adaptive EyeMine game. (6:30 p.m., FREE)
COFFEE AND COCKTAILS: Compass Coffee kicks off work at its newest roastery at 1401 Okie St. NE with coffee, cocktails, and bites. Sample three varieties of coffee, sip cocktails highlighting Compass Coffee, nosh on appetizers and desserts from local chefs, and enjoy jazz music and live painting. (Compass Coffee Roastery, 6:30 p.m., minimum $55)
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP: Head to Sonny’s Pizza for a one-hour beginner workshop mapping out how to capture D.C.’s favorite flower on paper. Artist Lily Strelich will walk you through watercolor techniques needed to capture your masterpiece. Tickets include a complimentary drink. (Sonny’s Pizza, 6 p.m., $40)
MORE: History Happy Hour: Doctor on Call: Chernobyl Responder, Jewish Refugee, Radiation Expert (Sandy Spring Museum, 7 p.m., $15 virtual, $20 in person), Secrets of Chinatown Walking Tour (Off the Mall Walking Tours, 7 p.m., $45), Rosebud Baker (DC Improv, 7:30 p.m., $20), Charlie Ross Comedy & Magic (Crazy Aunt Helen’s, 7:30 p.m., $10), J. Kenji López-Alt on The Wok (Smithsonian Associates, 6:45 p.m., $30)
