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ENO Wine Bar (Closed Mondays)

Wine Enthusiast: 1 of 12 Best Wine Bars for Singles Happy Hour Specials, Sunday - Thursday, 5 to 7pm. Artist in residence: Karen Cohen, through Sept 30.

Hirshhorn Museum Summer Evenings Happy Hours, every Thursday, 5 to 8:30pm in August. Ai Weiwei: Trace, through Jan 1.

Washington Redskins at Fed Ex Field Preseason Games

Baltimore Ravens, Aug 10. Green Bay Packers, Aug 19. Cincinnati Bengals, Aug 27. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Aug 31.

17th Street Festival, Aug 27.

100 Years of America’s National Park Service at the Natural History Museum, through Aug 31.

Nature’s Best Photography at the National Geographic Museum, through Sept 2017. Sound Health: Community Yoga at the Kennedy Center, through Sept 30.

Drawing Justice: The Art of Courtroom Illustrations, Library of Congress, through October 28.

Parallax Gap, a visual puzzle at the Renwick Gallery, through Feb 11.

Painting Shakespeare, Folger Shakespeare Library, through Feb 11.

Washington’s First and Only Forbes Five-Star, AAA Five-Diamond Hotel

HIVE: Summer Block Party Installation Soaring to the uppermost reaches of the Museum, Hive is built entirely of more than 2,700 wound paper tubes, a construction material that is recyclable, lightweight, and renewable. The tubes vary in size from several inches to 10 feet high and will be interlocked to create three dynamic interconnected, domed chambers. Reaching 60 feet tall, the installation’s tallest dome features an oculus over 10 feet in diameter. The tubes feature a reflective silver exterior and vivid magenta interior, creating a spectacular visual contrast with the Museum’s historic nineteenth-century interior and colossal Corinthian columns. National Building Museum, through Sept 4.

American Visionary: JFK Life and Times The Smithsonian American Art Museum's presentation of American Visionary: John F. Kennedy's Life and Times is the première event in the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum's yearlong, nationwide celebration that commemorates Kennedy's centennial year. American Visionary brings together 77 images that capture the dramatic scope of Kennedy's life. American Art Museum, through Sept 17.

A u g u s t 2 0 1 7 Volume CLXX

Through Jan 1.

Nicolas Party: sunrise, sunset Sunrises and sunsets are among the few moments in the day when we are reminded that the universe is vast and its measure of time infinite. This perspective, when viewed within a landscape, allows viewers a retreat from the comparatively trivial motions of daily life. By creating a new monumental mural comprised of such landscapes—some borrowed from the genre’s historical repertoire, others culled from his imagination—New York–based Swiss artist Nicolas Party encourages viewers to step back from these frenzied times and occupy a far more expansive position. Covering the entire Third Level inner-circle gallery, this site-specific commission takes advantage of the Hirshhorn’s distinctive circular architecture, a form uniquely suited for such immersive and surreal environments. Hirshhorn Museum, through Oct 1.

In The City

XYZT Abstract Landscapes Step into imaginary territory of lines, dots and letters and immerse yourself into this virtual playground of four dimensions X (horizontal), Y (vertical), Z (depth) and T (time). It’s a variety of sensory experiences and unprecedented interactions that are created by exploring ancient techniques of illusion and endless possibilities of modern technology. Visiting this exhibit is like taking a stroll through another form of nature, a digital one being able to touch algorithms and sense matter of light. The Portals, 1238 Maryland Avenue, SW, through Sept 3.

Theater, Music and Art Theater & Music

The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

National Symphony Orchestra at Wolf Trap

La La Land (film with orchestra), Emil de Cou, conductor, Aug 4. Jurassic Park (film with orchestra), Emil de Cou, conductor, Aug 5.

Classical Music Global Summer Institute of Music, Special Showcase Concert, Aug 6.

Comedy The Second City’s Almost Accurate Guide to America: Divided We Stand, through Aug 13. George Lopez Live: HBO Special, Aug 5.

Jazz Herbie Hancock, Aug 8.

Theater Cabaret, through Aug 6. The King and I, through Aug 20. Shear Madness, on going.

Arena Stage The Originalist, through Aug 6.

DC Improv Tony Rock, Aug 3 through 6. Ringside with Jim Ross, Aug 10. Jo Koy, Aug 11 through 13. Stand-Up Class Graduation, Aug 16. Huggy Lowdown, Chris Paul & Friends, Aug 17. Damon Wayans, Jr., Aug 18 through 20. The Time Machine Roast, Aug 23. Open Mic Night, Aug 24. Next Wave: Michael Yo, Aug 25 & 26. Chingo Bling, Aug 27. Rod Man, Aug 31 through Sept 3.

Ford’s Theatre Investigation: Detective McDevitt (walking tour), through Oct 31.

Georgetown Waterfront Park Sunset Cinema, Women in Film. ♦ Erin Brockovich, Aug 1. ♦ The Devil Wears Prada, Aug 8.

Keegan Theatre Big Fish, through Sept 2.

Library of Congress, Movies on the Lawn North lawn of the Jefferson Building. ♦ Back to the Future, Aug 3. ♦ Top Gun, Aug 10. ♦ Ghostbusters, Aug 17.

MGM Resort Logic, Joey Badass, Aug 2. The Great American Variety Show, Aug 9, 16, 22 and 23. The Roots, Aug 13. Mary J. Blige, Aug 15.

Military Bands Navy, Mondays on the West Capitol Steps, Aug 7, 14, 21 and 28. Navy, Tuesdays at the Navy Memorial, Aug 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Air Force, Tuesdays on the West Capitol Steps, Aug 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29. Air Force, Fridays at the Air Force Memorial, Aug 4, 11, 18 and 25. Air Force, Saturdays at the National Harbor Waterfront, Aug 5, 12, 21, and 26. Marines, Wednesdays on the West Capitol Steps, Aug 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Marines, Fridays at the Marine Barracks, Aug, 4, 11, 18 and 25. Army, Fridays on the West Capitol Steps, Aug 4, 11 and 25. Army Twilight Tattoo, Wednesdays at Ft. Myer, Aug 2 and 9.

Ronald Reagan Building The Capitol Steps, through Aug 31.

Shakespeare Theatre Othello (free for all [Sidney Harman Hall]), Aug 15 through 27.

Signature Theatre A Little Night Music, Aug 15 through Oct 8.

Studio Theatre Wig Out, through Aug 20.

Verizon Center Roger Waters, Us + Them, Aug 4 and 5. J. Cole 4 Your Eyes Only, Aug 8. Earth Wind & Fire, Aug 9. Shawn Mendes, Aug 19.

Warner Theatre Van Jones, Aug 11. Tye Tribbett and JJ Hairston, Aug 25. Joe Rogan, Aug 26 (2 shows).

Woolly Mammoth Theatre Octoroon, through Aug 6.

Art American Art Museum The American Art Museum records the American experience from the colonial period to today. The collection includes images from the West, impressionism, WPA murals, folk and contemporary art. (In the same building as the National Portrait Gallery.) 11:30am to 7pm, 8th and F Street, NW

The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery The Arthur M. Sackler Gallery along with the Freer Gallery are known as the National Museum of Asian Art. These galleries house the nation’s collections which include furniture, jades, bronzes, paintings, ceramics, manuscripts and sculptures from the Mid and Far East. The Freer Gallery is closed until the autumn of 2017. 10am to 5:30pm On the Mall, Jefferson Drive and 12th Street, SW

Hillwood Museum & Gardens Experience the world of Russian imperial and French decorative arts displayed in the grand setting conceived by Hillwood’s founder Marjorie Merriweather Post, heir of the Post cereal empire. Surrounded by woodlands in the heart of Washington, DC, the 25 acre estate boasts a variety of garden pleasures. Tuesday through Sunday, 10am to 5pm 4155 Linnean Ave, NW

The Kreeger Museum The Kreeger Museum is the former home of David and Carmen Kreeger that was designed by world renowned architect Philip Johnson. The home showcases a permanent collection of 19th & 20th century paintings and sculptures including works by Monet, Rodin, Picasso, Miro, Kandinsky and others. Tuesday through Thursday by appointment only. Friday and Saturday 10am to 4pm. 2401 Foxhall Road, NW

National Gallery of Art and Sculpture Garden The National Gallery's West Building has art from the 3rd Century to present times -- a collection of over 90,000 pieces. In the newly reopened and enhanced East Wing are 20th-Century works by Miró, Magritte, van Gogh, Picasso and Matisse. With its very modern architectural design, by I. M. Pei the building is a work of art in itself. Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm; Sunday 11am to 6pm, On the Mall, 4th through 7th Streets along Constitution Avenue, NW

National Museum of Women in the Arts This is the only museum dedicated solely to female artists. Representing more than 500 women from nearly 30 countries, this museum holds 2,000 of the world's most important works of art by women. The displays range from the Renaissance to Georgia O'Keeffe. Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 12 to 5pm, 1250 New York Avenue, NW

National Portrait Gallery The Portrait Gallery with its collection of nearly 20,000 pieces portrays men and women who have made significant contributions to the history, development and culture of the USA. (In the same building as the American Art Museum.) Explore with the Portrait Gallery (Children’s Museum)! 11:30am to 7pm, 8th & F Streets, NW

The Phillips Collection America's first museum of modern art was opened in 1921 in the home of Duncan Phillips. Discover this international treasure that is also one of Washington’s best-loved museums. On special exhibit Markus Lüpertz, through Sept 3. and Women of Influence, through Sept 10. Closed Mondays, Tuesday to Sat-urday 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 6pm, Thursday 10am to 8:30pm, 21st and Q Streets, NW

Museums National Air and Space Museum* The Air and Space is the largest of the Smithsonian museums and one of the most visited museums in the world. See airplanes and rockets from the Wright Brothers’ plane and the Spirit of St. Louis to Apollo. Touch the moon rock on display, visit the IMAX theater or gaze at the stars in the Einstein Planetarium. 10am to 5:30pm On the Mall, 6th Street and Independence Avenue, SW

Udvar-Hazy Center* The Air and Space Museum Annex houses over 200 aircraft and 135 spacecraft. See the Space Shuttle Enterprise, the Enola Gay, an Air France Concorde and an IMAX movie. Dulles, VA. 10am to 5:30pm, parking charges apply.

National Museum of African American History and Culture The new national treasure was established by an Act of Congress, making it the 19th Smithsonian Institution. It is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, art, history and culture. Timed passes are required, please see the Concierge. 10am to 5:30pm On the Mall, 15th and Constitution Avenue, NW

National Museum of African Art The museum’s extensive collection consists of 7,000 African artworks in wood, metal, ceramic, cloth and ivory. 10am to 5:30pm On the Mall, 950 Independence Avenue, SW

National Museum of American History* Documenting our national heritage, this museum cares for 17 million artifacts, including the original Star Spangled Banner, Dorothy’s Ruby Slippers and George Washington’s field tent. The collection includes clothing, coins, food, government, military, music, sports, etc. On special exhibit: Sounding American Music, ongoing. 10am to 5:30pm On the Mall, 14th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW

National Museum of the American Indian This collection includes materials not only of cultural, historical and aesthetic interest, but also of spiritual significance. Funerary, religious and ceremonial objects associated with living cultures are displayed with the approval of appropriate tribes. On special exhibit: Native Americans in our Nation’s Armed Forces, through Jan 2018. 10am to 5:30pm, On the Mall, 4th Street and Independence Avenue, SW

National Zoo Home to approximately 2,000 animals representing nearly 400 species, of which about a quarter are endangered; our Zoo provides leadership in animal care, science, education and sustainability. Highlights include the giant pandas Mei Xian, Tian Tian and baby Bei Bei plus American bison, Asian elephants in their new home, white-naped cranes, western lowland gorillas, Sumatran tigers, cheetahs and North Island brown kiwis. Animals: 9am to 6pm and Grounds: 8am to 7pm 3001 Connecticut Avenue, NW

Natural History Museum* Some of the artifacts include, “Phoenix” a life size model of a North American right whale, prehistoric white shark and the Hope Diamond, a 45.5 carat jewel known in some circles as the eighth wonder of the world. Dinosaur Hall is closed until 2019. On special exhibit: Objects of Wonder, through Dec 2019. 10am to 5:30pm; On the Mall, 10th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW

International Spy Museum An intriguing museum that gives visitors access to the largest collection of international espionage artifacts ever put on public display. Over 600 items are on exhibit, including a WWII German Enigma cipher machine, a Soviet era shoe transmitter, an East German camera capable of photographing through walls and a Soviet era lipstick pistol. Operation Spy, is a hands on interactive spy adventure that requires reservations. See the Concierge for VIP entry tickets, avoid the lines! Through Aug 20: 9am to 7pm and Aug 21 through Sept 1: 10am to 6pm. (Last entry to exhibits is 2 hours prior to closing.) 8th and F Streets, NW

The Newseum The world’s most interactive museum. In its 14 galleries, 15 theaters, two broadcast studios and a 4-D time travel experience, The Newseum blends five centuries of news history with cutting edge technology and innovation. On exhibit: the largest collection of Berlin wall sections, a 9/11 exhibit with the mangled antennae from the World Trade Center, a chance to be on camera with breaking news report, the biggest collection of Pulitzer prize-winning photos, an interactive newsroom and spectacular views of the U. S. Capitol. 9am to 5pm, 555 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum This is America’s only national memorial to the Holocaust. The museum features permanent exhibit as well as film and temporary exhibits. Please allow 3 hours to visit this museum. See the Concierge for VIP entry passes. 10am to 5:30pm 100 Raoul Wallenberg Place, SW

Capital Sights Bureau of Engraving and Printing Printing site of billions of U. S. dollars! Same day passes will be required and gone by 9am at Raoul Wallenberg Place. Special couriers can be hired, see the concierge for details and deadlines. Monday to Friday: 9am to 6pm, every 15 minutes. Visitor Center: 8:30am to 7pm. 14th and C Streets, SW

Library of Congress The three LOC buildings are remarkable public spaces named after Presidents who had a strong connection with the creation of the library. The LOC offers docent led tours of the magnificent Thomas Jefferson Building and discuss the history of the Library as well as the art and architecture of this historic building opened in 1897. Monday through Saturday 8:30am to 4:30pm 101 Independence Avenue, SE

Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Visit Washington’s newest memorial to a civil rights king. Open 24 hours per day. On Independence Avenue, SW at the Tidal Basin between the Lincoln and Jefferson Memorials.

The White House Tour reservations can be booked in advance through a Congressional office. (Please allow a minimum of 8 weeks.)

United States Capitol The Capitol building is a symbol of the American people and their government, the meeting place of the nation’s legislature and an art and history museum. Guided tours start at the Capitol Visitor Center. Free tickets are required and distributed in advance via the internet. Monday to Saturday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Washington Monument A 555 foot high gleaming obelisk honoring our first president. Closed until Spring 2019.

World War II Memorial The WWII Memorial is an open air tribute to America’s greatest generation. Open 24 hours per day. On the Mall at 17th Street, NW between Independence & Constitution Avenues ♦ An insider tip: Most sites become less crowded after 2pm when school groups leave. ♦ Museums and galleries are open seven days a week unless otherwise noted.

*Ask about extended hours.

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...Music Wolf Trap, Filene Center

Aug 1 8pm Nashville in Concert Aug 2 8pm Punch Brothers Aug 3 7:30pm Blondie & Garbage Aug 4 8:30pm La La Land in Concert Aug 5 8:30pm Jurassic Park in Concert Aug 6 7:30pm Chick Corea Electric Band & Bela Fleck Aug 8 7:30pm Goo Goo Dolls Aug 9 8pm Asian Youth Orchestra Aug 10 7:30pm Dashboard Confessional Aug 11 8pm Lyle Lovett Aug 12 7:30pm Mary Chapin Carpenter Aug 13 7:30pm Lifehouse & Switchfoot Aug 15 8pm Pilobolus Maximus Aug 18 8pm Frankie Beverly & The O’Jays Aug 19 8pm David Sedaris Aug 20 3pm Beach Boys Aug 22 8pm Kenny Loggins Aug 23 8pm WAR & Los Lonely Boys Aug 25 8pm Chris Isaac Aug 30 8pm Michael Bolton, Dave Koz and Larry Graham

Dining BOURBON STEAK “DC’s Best Steakhouse”

— voted by Washingtonian Magazine “Best Burger Over $20” — Washington Post

Lunch: Monday - Friday 11:30am to 2:30pm Dinner: Friday 6:00pm to 10:30pm Saturday 6:00pm to 10:30pm Sunday - Thursday 6:00pm to 10:00pm Patio: Monday - Thursday 11:30am to 11:00pm Friday 11:30am to 12:00am Saturday 2:30pm to 12:00am Sunday 2:30pm to 11:00pm

Executive Chef, Andrew Adams

SEASONS RESTAURANT Breakfast: Monday - Friday 6:30am to 11:00am Saturday & Sunday 7:00am to 10:30am Lunch: Saturday Only 10:30am to 2:00pm Brunch: Sunday Only 10:30am to 2:00pm

Executive Chef, Douglas Anderson

ENO Tuesday - Thursday 5:00pm to 11:00pm Friday & Saturday 4:00pm to 12:00am Sunday 4:00pm to 11:00pm

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Sporting Events Washington Nationals at Nat's Park

Aug 7 - 10 7pm Miami Marlins Aug 11 & 12 7pm San Francisco Giants Aug 13 1:30pm San Francisco Giants Aug 15 7pm Los Angeles Angels Aug 16 1pm Los Angeles Angels Aug 25 7pm New York Mets Aug 26 4pm New York Mets Aug 27 1:30pm New York Mets Aug 28 & 29 7pm Miami Marlins Aug 30 4pm Miami Marlins

Washington Mystics at Verizon Center Aug 6 3pm Phoenix Mercury Aug 12 7:30pm Indiana Fever Aug 16 7pm Los Angeles Sparks Aug 18 7pm Phoenix Mercury Aug 26 7pm Dallas Wings

DC United at RFK Stadium Aug 5 7pm Toronto FC Aug 12 7pm Real Salt Lake Aug 23 7:30pm Atlanta United FC Aug 26 7pm New England Revolution

Baltimore Orioles at Camden Yards Aug 1 & 2 7pm Kansas City Royals Aug 3 - 5 7pm Detroit Tigers Aug 6 1:30pm Detroit Tigers Aug 18 &19 7pm Los Angeles Angels Aug 20 1:30pm Los Angeles Angels Aug 21 & 22 7pm Oakland Athletics Aug 23 3pm Oakland Athletics Aug 28 & 29 7pm Seattle Mariners Aug 30 3pm Seattle Mariners Aug 31 7pm Toronto Blue Jays

Music... Blues Alley Jazz Club

Shows at 8 and 10pm Aug 1 Fairfax Swing Jazz Aug 2 Spur of the Moment Aug 3 - 6 Freddy Cole Quartet Aug 7 Dwayen Adell Trio Aug 8 Carmen Craven Aug 9 Liz Warfield & Friends Aug 10 Christopher Linman Jazz Ensemble Aug 11 - 13 Lea Delaria Aug 14 Kevin Levi Aug 15 Lauren White Aug 16 Michelle Walker Aug 17 - 20 Joyce Moreno Aug 24 - 27 Chestnut Trio Aug 28 Ben Patterson Big Band Aug 29 Bernard Mavritte Aug 30 Andaiye & Devine Nature Aug 31 through Sept 3 Christ Thomas King

Fitness Club & Spa Use of the Fitness Club and Spa is complimentary to hotel guests. Each piece of the cardiovascular equipment has its own audio/visual system. Eucalyptus scented steam and sauna rooms are available for men and women.

A wide variety of massages, facials and aromatherapy treatments are also available. Open daily from 5:30am to 10pm, cardio level available 24/7, room key necessary at all times. Spa treatments available daily 9am to 9pm

Class Schedule Mondays: Stretch, 11am Tuesdays: Cardio, 8:45am Thursdays: Cardio, 8:45am Fridays: Stretch, 11am Saturdays: Cardio, 8:15am

Health Club Membership Join Washington, DC’s most exclusive and complete Health Club & Spa with incomparable services and amenities. Open only to members and hotel guests, the Club provides a complete spa and fitness experience, staffed by highly trained professionals. For membership information see any employee at the Spa or call 202-944-2022.

Summer Awakening Reveal a summer glow with the seasonal Summer Awakening Body Treatment. Experience a refreshing and uplifting 80 minute journey featuring pomegranate and coffee for the ultimate rejuvenation that will prime your skin for the warmer months. The journey starts with a coffee scrub using anti-oxidant rich pomegranate extracts to protect the skin from aging free radicals and environmental factors. Freshly ground coffee will uplift, exfoliate and sooth your skin to reduce the appearance of cellulite. Your tension will melt away!