Plenty to do around town in the next few days! This week, we have an authors' talk, local music, theater, visual arts, comedy, sunset cinema, gardening and even an International Chocolate Tour on Embassy Row for you. Did someone say, "Chocolate"?! Enjoy!

Take in an Authors' Talk!

Susie Dumond and Chip Pons

Mary Riley Styles Public Library, 120 N. Virginia Ave. Saturday, June 28, 2-4:00 p.m. Lower level Conference Room. Ages: Adults (18+).

MRSPL and Bards Alley will co-host local authors Susie Dumond and Chip Pons talking about their new contemporary romance books! A book signing will follow the talk. Copies of the authors' books will be available for sale at the event, or you can reserve copies by calling Bards Alley at 571-459-2653.

Susie Dumond's Bed and Breakup tells the story of Molly and Robin, two exes who reunite to fix up and sell the Hummingbird Inn, the bed-and-breakfast that destroyed their marriage – because some dreams, no matter how dusty or broken, deserve a second chance. Their love story is a bit of a fixer-upper!

Winging It With You is popular bookstagrammer Chip Pons's gay rom-com about two men who impulsively pose as a couple to compete in a reality show contest just minutes after meeting at an airport, and their run-in with the very real feelings that start to simmer between them. 

About the Authors

Susie Dumond is a queer writer originally from Little Rock, Arkansas. She's the author of Queerly Beloved, Looking for a Sign, and Bed and Breakup, and she also talks about books as a senior contributor at Book Riot, and a bookseller at her local indie bookstore. Susie lives in Washington, D.C., with her spouse, Mickey, and her cat, Maple. When she's not writing or reading, you can find her baking cupcakes or belting karaoke at the nearest gay bar.

Chip Pons grew up in a small lake town in Northern Michigan before eventually traveling the world as a photojournalist in the U.S. Air Force, where he met and worked alongside his dream of a husband and better half. He’s spent his entire life swooning over the love stories filling up his shelves until one day, he was brave — or delusional — enough to write his own. He currently lives in the heart of Washington, D.C. and when he's not writing or chasing his pup, Margot, around, he can be found daydreaming of untold happily-ever-afters or on Bookstagram shouting about the books he loves. And snacking... like, all the time.

To register go here. 

Enjoy Local Music!

Salsa Night:  A Tribute to Salseros Boricuas!

The State Theatre, 220 N. Washington St.  Saturday, June 28. Doors open: 7:00 p.m. Showtime: 8:30 p.m.

LIVE Salsa Night at the State Theatre!!

Salsa dance class begins at 7:00 p.m. before the show!

Live band performing the hits of the greatest Boricua salsa singers of all time!

According to AI, "Salseros boricua" refers to Puerto Rican musicians who play and perform salsa music. The term combines "salseros," which means "salsa musicians," with "boricua," a term for people of Puerto Rican descent. Salsa, as a musical genre, is a vibrant blend of various Afro-Caribbean rhythms, particularly Cuban son, and incorporates elements of jazz and big band music. It's known for its lively, danceable rhythms, often built around the clave pattern and featuring a strong percussion section. 

Tickets: Early Bird (limited quantity): $15. General Admission: $25 .

For more info go here. 

GrooveJet Band

Clare & Don’s Beach Shack, 130 N. Washington St. Saturday, June 28, 6:00 p.m.

Music lovers say they love the GrooveJet Band for its stylish, classy, lively and innovative blend of New Orleans jazz, funk and other cool sounds. It’s the perfect soundtrack for relaxing summer days and fun summer evenings.

For more info go here. 

The Roots

w/ special guest Nai Palm

Wolf Trap, Filene Center, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna. Sunday, June 29, 8:00 p.m. Gates open: 6:30 p.m.

Back by popular demand! After a sold-out show last summer, The Roots return to Wolf Trap for another unforgettable night. Led by Questlove and Black Thought, this legendary Hip Hop band — also the house band for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon — delivers an electrifying fusion of rap, jazz, and soul. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience unmatched lyricism and energy with hits like “You Got Me” and “The Seed (2.0)” from “one of the 20 greatest live acts in the world” (Rolling Stone).

For ticket info go here. 

Broadway in the Park

featuring Lindsay Mendez and Jessie Mueller

Wolf Trap, Filene Center, 1551 Trap Road, Vienna. Saturday, June 28, 8:00 p.m. Gates open: 6:30 p.m.

Presented by Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap.

Experience unforgettable live performances of your favorite show tunes as Signature Theatre and Wolf Trap come together for the fifth annual Broadway in the Park. This collaborative musical theater performance will feature Broadway stars Lindsay Mendez (Merrily We Roll Along, Carousel) and Jessie Mueller (Waitress, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, alongside the Signature Theatre voices you’ve come to know and love.

Tickets Start at: $45.50 (incl. fees).

For ticket info go here.

Music Around Town

Enjoy Outdoor Summer Concerts!

Founders Groove

Founders Groove, Founders Row, 110 Founders Ave. Falls Church. Every Thursday Night, 6:30-8:30 p.m., through Aug. 14.

Get ready for the 2nd year of Founders Groove!

This event is all about celebrating creativity, community, and of course, grooving to some awesome tunes. Join us for an evening filled with live music, delicious food, and fun family vibes. So grab your friends, some folding chairs, and come dance the day away with us at Founders Groove!

Upcoming Musical Line-Up:

• June 26 - King Teddy (Contemporary Swing)
• July 10 - 49 Cent Dress (Rock & Roll, Blues)
• July 17 - Oasis Island Sounds (Reggae, Caribbean)
• July 24 - Mac Heat (R&B, Funk)
• July 31 - On The Edge (Pop, Rock, Dance)
• August 7 - Mardi Gras Kings (New Orleans, Cajun)
• August 14 -Ty Sherwood (Country)

For more information, visit www.foundersrow.com.

2025 Concerts in the Park Series

Falls Church Recreation and Parks

Cherry Hill Park, 312 Park Ave., Falls Church.

The Summer Concerts in the Park Series hosted by the Falls Church Village Preservation and Improvement Society (VPIS) and the Recreation and Parks Department returns for its 33rd year!

Concerts in the Park are Thursdays in June and July this year! Guests are encouraged to bring a blanket or folding chairs and a picnic dinner to the concerts. 

Concerts start at 7:00 p.m. and range from 60 to 90 minutes-long. Advanced registration not required. 

Upcoming Summer Concerts:

• June 26: Bushmaster ft. Gary Brown (Blues) - The Tinner Hill Music Concert
• July 3: Dede & the Do-Right’s (Vintage Country and Rock & Roll)
• July 10: Richard Walton Group (Jazz, Rock, Latin, Fusion)
• July 17: Kiti Gartner and the Drifting Valentines (Rockabilly, Country, Americana)
• July 24: The Bob Gibson Big Band (Vintage to Modern Jazz)
• July 31: Big Tow (Rock and Blues)

Summer Passport Music Festival

at Creative Cauldron

Creative Cauldron, 127 E. Broad St. Through Sept. 14.

Featuring some of the most talented and diverse musicians in the metro area and beyond, this annual series, now in its 14th year, is one of the most popular events of the Creative Cauldron season. The concert series offers musical styles for every taste: latin, jazz, blues, folk and world music. Presented in a cozy club format that's been described by one of our frequent performing musicians as, “one of the best listening venues in the DMV.”

Next Up:

Stephen Carter-Hicks 'One Last Step into My Parlor'

Creative Cauldron, 127 E. Broad St. Friday, June 27, 7:30 p.m.

Stephen Carter-Hicks is returning to Creative Cauldron to celebrate its new space and to make one last visit to his parlor. The ravages of pulmonary arterial hypertension, an incurable and ever-progressing disease, have taken their toll on his airways, reducing his ability to perform this repertoire. Nevertheless, he persists...! Do step into his parlor and take one last journey into this forgotten music from a time when things were simpler. Be dazzled and amazed by the incredible Howard Breitbart, whose imaginative and glorious skills on the piano will help transport you to a time long ago. A duo of renowned collaboration of over 40 years, this is their 6th year at the Cauldron! In addition to being his heart-warming, entertaining, and amusing self, he will generously donate all proceeds to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association (PHA) once again. If you can't make the show, but would like to donate to PHA, please CLICK HERE. Donations in any amount are gratefully appreciated!

Sponsored by Local Thrift and The Falls Church News-Press.

Tickets: Tier One: $30; Tier Two: $25; Live Stream: $15.
Table for Two (Includes two cups of wine): $90.
Table for Four (Includes bottle of wine): $180.

For ticket info go here. 

Glen Echo: Summer Concert Series

Glen Echo Park, Bumper Car Pavilion. All concerts are free. Dancers are welcome. Free parking. Rain or shine. Shows: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Through Aug. 21.

RSVPs preferred, not required.

Limited seating available — feel free to bring folding chairs.

Beer, wine, soft drinks, and snacks for sale in Bumper Car Pavilion courtesy of Praline. Bringing your own alcohol is not permitted.

Upcoming Concerts:

June 26  |  U.S. Marine Band Free Country

July 10  |  Black Masala

July 17  | The High and Wides

July 24  |  U.S. Marine Band Latin Jazz Ensemble

July 31  |  Halley's Hot Gumbo Swingtet

August 7 | Kiti Gartner & the Drifting Valentines

August 14  |  Justin Trawick and The Common Good

August 21 |  James Bazen Big Band

RSVP for FREE Summer Concerts! (RSVPs preferred but not required.)

For more info go here.

Lubber Run Amphitheater – Free Concert Series

Lubber Run Ampitheater, 200 N. Columbus St., Arlington.

Since the construction of the first permanent stage in 1969, generations of Arlingtonians have enjoyed free summer cultural events at the sylvan venue nestled two blocks off Route 50, ranging from Encore Stage & Studio to bands like Raul Midón, Eddie from Ohio and superstar Ritchie Havens.

The Lubber Run Summer Concert series features free performances from a variety of genres including big band, blues, soul and orchestral music as well as cabaret to the Lubber Run Amphitheater. Working in partnership with the Lubber Run Amphitheater Foundation, we bring the very best of D.C. metro area arts to the heart of Arlington.

The series will run through August 1, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m. and Sundays at 11:00 a.m. (see exceptions below). 

View an at-a-glance season schedule.  

Summer Concert Series at The Wharf DC

Rock The Dock!

The Wharf DC, 970 Wharf St. SW. Every Wednesday evening through Labor Day.

Rock The Dock 2025 Lineup:

At 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays through Labor Day, come to Transit Pier at The Wharf to enjoy free live performances by these talented local artists:

Upcoming Shows:

July 2: Shane Gamble & The Pawnshop Hearts (Country)

July 9: Hot Cactus (Party Hits)

July 16: Secret Society (Feel Good Music)

July 23: The HariKaraoke Band (Special Karaoke Band)

July 30: So Fetch (2000s Hits)

August 6: The JoGo Project (Go-Go/Funk)

August 13: DuPont Brass (Big Horns/Electric Soul)

August 20: Uncle Jesse (90s Pop)

August 27: Pink PaLiSh (Funk/Soul)

• Every concert begins at 7:00 p.m. 
• Learn more about different ways to Get to The Wharf.
• Limited bench seating and tables and chairs are available on a first-come first-served basis. 
• This event is family-friendly — all ages are welcome. Dogs on a leash are also welcome. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol.
• Waterside bar Cantina Bambina serves up cold Pacifico and mixed drinks throughout the concerts. Outside drinks are not allowed.
• Don't forget to visit the DC Lottery tent on Transit Pier to spin the prize wheel to win cash and DC Lottery swag.
• You may bring in food from any Wharf restaurant. Stageside kiosk Union Pie offers hot and fresh pizza throughout the show. Whether you're craving a Cuban sandwich, a hot and sweet pizza, or chips and guac, our Wharf restaurants have something for everyone.
• In the event of inclement weather, event status updates will be posted on the Rock The Dock event page on The Wharf Facebook page.

For more info go here. 

Local Theater

Kim’s Convenience

Tickets selling out fast! ~ Olney Theater Center, 2001 Sandy Spring Rd., Olney, Md. Thursday, June 26, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, July 27, 1:30 p.m. Additional tickets for sold-out shows will be released for sale, when available, at 10:00 a.m. on the day of the performance. 

The inspiration for the hit Netflix series of the same name, Ins Choi’s award-winning comedy, introduces us to the Kims, a Korean immigrant family whose foibles belie serious tensions between assimilated daughter Janet and her parents. Located in Toronto’s rapidly gentrifying Regent Park, Appa has been offered a lucrative buy-out for his store. With Janet more invested in her photography career and his son Jung long-estranged, it may be his only option. Choi leavens the clash of old ways and new opportunities with a heavy dose of humor as Appa, Umma, Jung, and Janet attempt to heal old wounds.

For ticket info go here. 

A Wrinkle in Time

Arena Stage, 1101 6th St. SW. Friday, June 27, 8:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 28, 2:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 28, 8:00 p.m.; Sunday, June 29, 2:00 p.m.; Sunday, June 29, 7:30 p.m. Through July 20.

A world-premiere musical of the classic young adult novel.

Meg Murry's father was experimenting with time travel and the fifth dimension when he mysteriously disappeared. Now, Meg, her friend Calvin, and her younger brother Charles Wallace must race to rescue him. Can they outwit the forces of evil they will encounter on their heart-stopping journey through space? Join Meg on this epic quest in an adventurous new musical adaptation of Madeleine L'Engle's Newbery Medal-winning classic novel that will energize your spirit, expand your imagination, and inspire you to believe that love, friendship, and courage can conquer all.

For ticket info go here. 

The Taming of the Shrew

Nova Nightsky Theatre, 225 E. Broad St.

By William Shakespeare. Adapted and Directed by Sarah Baczewski.

In this modern adaptation of Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew, the Minola family — Baptista, Katherine, and Bianca — are always in the spotlight, starring in their own hit show, Keeping Up with the Minolas. The strong-willed and outspoken Katherine, labeled a "shrew" by society, has become cynical and jaded by the limelight, especially as her younger sister Bianca’s charm and beauty earn her all the attention. However, as the ratings begin to fall, the fame-hungry Petruchio enters the scene, determined to "tame" Katherine in unconventional ways to win her hand, all while navigating the superficial world of reality television. Their battle of wits and wills reveals deeper themes of love, power, and identity, as they both wrestle with authenticity in a world obsessed with appearances. Meanwhile, Bianca, the seemingly perfect younger sister, hides her true manipulative nature, flipping the script on the “shrew” label. The story explores the dynamics of gender, marriage, and self-discovery, using humor and wit to critique the performative nature of reality TV and societal expectations.

For more info go here.

The Untitled Unauthorized Hunter S. Thompson Musical

Signature Theater, Arlington, 4200 Campbell Ave. Through July 13.

Directed by Christopher Ashley. Choreography and Musical Staging by Jon Rua.

Let’s get wild in this exciting new musical about the infamous author from the mind of Joe Iconis (Be More Chill) and directed by Tony Award-winner Christopher Ashley (Come from Away).

A collision of politics, counterculture and rock and roll in human form, Hunter S. Thompson is impossible to pin down. Careening from the 1940s to 2005, Thompson invents Gonzo journalism, attempts to take down a corrupt president, and quests for equality for his fellow weirdos, outsiders and freaks. However, this anti-hero’s drug-fueled tornado leaves a trail of destruction as he grapples with his legacy in a world that has left him behind.

Funny and unique, as anarchic and irreverent as the writer himself, this explosive rock musical will spark a revolution for the rebel inside us all.

“Funny, freaky, informal, fiercely independent… an emotional passing of the torch to the future activists of the world, a celebration of and a primal call to the freaks and misfits.” – San Diego Magazine‘s review of the original sold out production at La Jolla Playhouse

Next Discussion Night: July 9 at 7:30 p.m. Go behind the scenes with an exclusive post-show discussion following select Tuesday and Wednesday performances.

Recommended Age: 18+.

Effects Warnings: This show will use strobe lights, gunshot and explosion sounds, and theatrical haze. Content Warnings: Contains adult language, depictions of drug use and violence, and discussions of traumatic subjects. Running Time: Running time is approximately 2 hours, 35 minutes, with one 15-minute intermission.

For ticket info go here. 

August Wilson’s

The Piano Lesson

Extended! ~ 1st STAGE, 1524 Spring Hill Road, Tysons. June 26, 7:30 p.m.; June 27, 7:30 p.m.; June 28, 2:00 p.m.; June 28, 7:30 p.m.;  June 29, 2:00 p.m. Through June 29.

Directed by Danielle A. Drakes.

Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this haunting, luminous play is fourth in Wilson’s famous American Century Cycle. Set in 1930s Pittsburgh, Berniece and her brother, Boy Willie, navigate the complexities of their past and the weight of their future, all centered around an heirloom piano with a story of its own.

“Like other Wilson plays, it seems to sing even when it is talking.” –The New York Times

For ticket info go here. 

The Play That Goes Wrong

Just opened! ~ The Little Theatre of Alexandria, 600 Wolfe Street, Alexandria. Thursdays – Saturdays: 8:00 p.m. Sunday Matinees: 2:00 p.m. Just Added! Sunday, June 22, 7:30 p.m. and Wednesday, June 25, 8:00 p.m. Through June 28.

Written by Henry Lewis, Henry Shields & Jonathan Sayer. Produced by Russell M. Wyland and Zell Murphy. Directed by Frank D. Shutts, II.

What would happen if Sherlock Holmes and Monty Python had an illegitimate Broadway baby? You’d get New York and London’s award-winning comedy! Called “the funniest play Broadway has ever seen” (Huffington Post), this classic murder mystery is chock-full of mishaps, mayhem, and madcap mania! Welcome to the opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, where things are quickly going from bad to utterly disastrous. With an unconscious leading lady, a corpse that can’t play dead, and actors who trip over everything (including their lines), it’s “comic gold” (Variety) sure to bring down the house.

Running time: Estimated, 2 hours with an intermission. Ages: 8 and up.

Tickets: $36 Reserved Seating.

For ticket info go here. 

BOTIQUÍN DE BOLEROS COLUMBIA HEIGHTS – Columbia Heights Bolero Bar

GALA Hispanic Theatre, 3333 14th Street, NW. Through June 29. Performances: Wednesdays – Saturdays, 8:00 p.m., Sundays, 2:00 p.m. | Funciones: Miércoles a sábados 8:00 p.m., domingos 2:00 p.m.

By | De Rubén León (Venezuela)

Adapted and Version by | Adaptada y  versionada por Gustavo Ott

Directed and Choreographed by | Dirigida y Coreografiada por Valeria Cossu

WORLD PREMIERE ADAPTATION | ESTRENO MUNDIAL DE LA ADAPTACIÓN

In Spanish with English surtitles | En español con sobretítulos en inglés

This musical mosaic regales us with the stories, anecdotes, and memories of patrons who attend the reopening of the “Columbia Heights Bolero Bar.” The feelings and passions of the performers are influenced by the audience who, despite their role as spectators, become part of the show with their own stories of broken hearts. A cabaret-style immersive musical featuring famous boleros, a beloved genre shared across the region from Mexico to the Caribbean to South America.

Un mosaico musical, donde resalta el bolero como género del despecho, determina los cuentos, anécdotas y recuerdos de los clientes que asisten a la reinauguración del Botiquín de Boleros de Columbia Heights. Durante el evento, los sentimientos y pasiones de los actores no le serán indiferentes al público que bien conoce, pese a su rol de espectador, serán partícipes de la teatralidad del despechado. Un cabaret musical con famosos boleros, el género más querido -y sufrido- en toda la región, desde México, el Caribe y Suramérica.

Tickets: 4 on-stage seats at $70 each and 4 close-to-stage seats at $60 each for all performances. Regular tickets are $48 Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, $50 Fridays and Saturdays; $35 Seniors (65+), Military, and Groups (10+); $25 25 and Under; Noche de GALA: $55 (per person). To purchase tickets online for groups (10+), use code 10Plus.

Boletos: 4 asientos en el escenario por $70 cada uno y 4 asientos muy cerca del escenario a $60 cada uno para todas las funciones. Los boletos regulares cuentan $48 para miércoles, jueves y domingos, $50 para viernes y sábados; $35 adultos mayores, militares y grupos (10+); $25 personas de 25 años o menos; Noche de GALA: $55 (por persona). Para adquirir boletos online para grupos (10+), usa el código 10Plus.

In the Lobby

During the run of Columbia Heights Bolero Bar, enjoy the exhibit The Divine Orishas by Cuban artist Reina María Valdés in the GALA lobby. The artist brings to life the iconography and mythology of Afro-Cuban culture with strength and vigor through colored paper and pastel crayons as mediums. The exhibition includes six Yoruba Orichas (spirits) framed in the unique flora and fauna of the island and its waters.

Valdes’ work evokes the rites celebrations and symbolism of the Regla d Ochá through vibrant images of Eleguá, guardian of the road; Babalú Ayé, healer of the sick; Yemayá, queen of the sea; Changó, fury of the heavens; Ochún, goddess of freshwater and gold; and Obatalá, eye and father of the universe.

For ticket info go here. 

The Berlin Diaries

Theater J, 1529 Sixteenth Street, NW. Thursday, June 26, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 28, 2:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.; and, Sunday, June 29, 2:00 p.m. Through June 29.

By Andrea Stolowitz. Directed by Elizabeth Dinkova.

Oregon Book Award-winning playwright Andrea Stolowitz opens the pages of her great-grandfather’s journal to discover a previously unknown genealogy in The Berlin Diaries. How do you find home when a family history is scattered like the torn pages of a journal entry released to the wind? Two performers become generations of characters in an attempt to stitch together clues and restore memories formerly lost to time.

How do people become verschollen, lost, like library books, leaving only the dusty outline – a life reduced to negative space? Stolowitz searches for clues that propel her forward and backward in time, pursuing a family history formerly lost to war. In a breathtaking journey around the world, what will remain lost and what will be found at the intersection of national history and private lives?

For more info go here. 

Mosaic Theater: Andy Warhol in Iran

Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H St. NE. Thursday, June 26, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, June 27, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 28, 3:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 28, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 29, 3:00 p.m.; Through June 29.

“Riveting, brilliantly imagined!” - WTTW Chicago

“Highly watchable! Funny!” – Chicago Reader

“Complex and compelling!” – Chicago Tribune

By Brent Askari. Directed by Serge Seiden.

It’s 1976, and less than three years before her exile, the Empress Farah beckons Andy Warhol to begin pop-art portraits of the royals in Tehran. When a fascinating University student takes Warhol hostage to publicize his group’s demands, a life or death struggle ensues over revolution, responsibility and the arts.

Based on a true story, Andy Warhol in Iran hums with intelligence and humor. Award-winning playwright Brent Askari affirms the power of art to transcend boundaries and connect across cultures and time. Serge Seiden returns to direct after popular productions of Hooded and Eureka Day.

For ticket info go here. 

Frankenstein

Last weekend! ~ Tickets Limited! ~ Shakespeare Theatre Company, Klein Theatre, 450 7th Street NW. Thursday, June 26, 7:30 p.m.; Friday, June 27, 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, June 28, 2:00 p.m.; Sunday, June 29, 2:00 p.m. Through June 29.

Written and directed by Emily Burns. Based on the novel by Mary Shelley.

Emily Burns (adaptor of STC’s Macbeth and Much Ado About Nothing), reimagines Mary Shelley’s gothic science fiction masterpiece as a chilling exploration of the horror within humanity and what it means to create a new life.

This visceral and provocative production reveals the inner lives of Elizabeth and Victor Frankenstein in bold new ways. Burns’s Frankenstein rides the edge of cinematic thriller and intense drama, redefining the legend we know, the name we fear, and the monstrous act at the heart of the story.

Sunset Cinema at the Wharf!

Sunset Cinema 2025 Lineup

The Wharf DC, 760 Maine Ave. SW. On Thursdays through August 28, come to Transit Pier at The Wharf to enjoy the following free outdoor movies. Shows begin: 7:30 p.m.

June 26: Captain America (2011)

July 3: Dreamgirls

July 10: Twisters (2024)

July 17: Money Ball

July 24: Casablanca

July 31: Shrek

August 7: How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days

August 14: Pitch Perfect

August 21: Ferris Bueller's Day Off

August 28: La La Land

Event Details

Movies take place at Transit Pier at The Wharf, 970 Wharf St. SW. Learn more about different ways to Get to The Wharf.

Movies begin at 7:30 p.m.

Limited adirondack chairs available on a first-come first-served basis starting at 7:00 p.m. You may bring a blanket or folding chairs to this event.

Closed captions available upon request. Please see the movie attendant on site or email here (below) to make the request.

This event is family-friendly — all ages welcome. Dogs on a leash welcome. You must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

Waterside bar Cantina Bambina serves up cold Pacifico and mixed drinks throughout the movies. Outside drinks are not allowed.

You may bring in food from any Wharf restaurant. Stageside kiosk Union Pie offers hot and fresh pizza throughout the show. Whether you're craving a Cuban sandwich, a hot and sweet pizza, or chips and guac, our Wharf restaurants have something special for everyone.

In the event of inclement weather, event status updates will be posted on the Sunset Cinema event page on The Wharf Facebook page.

For more info go here. 

Local Visual Arts

Check Out Falls Church Arts' All-Member Show (A-L)

Falls Church Arts, 700-B W. Broad St.

For a preview of the show, see our recent article below:

Falls Church Arts: All-Member Show Opens with a Reception, June 7

Falls Church Arts celebrates its member artists’ best work during the All-Member Show at the Falls Church Arts gallery from June 7 to August 10…

The Falls Church IndependentChristopher Jones

Christina Lorena Weisner: Sea Marks: From the High Arctic to the Atlantic

Museum of Contemporary Art, Arlington, 3550 Wilson Blvd., Arlington. Through Sept. 7.

Chairmen’s Gallery

In Sea Marks, Christina Lorena Weisner presents sculpture, video, and mixed-media works that capture the interconnectedness of the earth’s oceanic environments. Focusing on the ocean currents and weather patterns that tie the planet together, her work points to the irreversible impact humans have on the health of the planet and all its interlocking systems.

The sculptural work in Sea Marks includes discarded plastic material that washed up on or near the beach in the Outer Banks, where Weisner lives, as well as plastic detritus she collected during her participation in the Arctic Circle Artist Residency. Markings on the plastic Weisner collected contain clues to its location of origin, demonstrating that plastic from around the world regularly makes its way to the Arctic via ocean currents.

The term ‘sea marks’ typically refers to objects and symbols meant to help with ocean navigation, including lighthouses. channel markers, orange flags, buoys, and beacons. Weisner’s work operates as a different type of sea mark. It points to material evidence of environmental catastrophe and warns her viewers about the dire circumstances we’ve created for the planet and, consequently, ourselves.

Christina Lorena Weisner

Christina Lorena Weisner is a sculptor and an Associate Professor in the Department of Fine Arts at the College of the Albemarle. Her work invites the viewer to consider the deep geological time of water, rocks, and the landscape as well as the more fleeting existence of living beings through objects, technology, scientific instruments, and the process of discovery.

Weisner has exhibited nationally and internationally, most recently at the Gregg Museum of Art and Design (Raleigh, NC), Southeastern Center for Contemporary Art (Winston Salem, NC), and SteM Zwijgershoek / Mercatormuseum (Sint-Niklaas, Belgium). In 2013-2014, she was awarded a Fulbright Grant for Sculpture and Installation Art to Germany, where she worked on a series of site-specific sculptures based on the Ries Meteorite Impact Crater. Weisner received a BFA in Sculpture and BA in World Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University and a MFA in Sculpture and Ceramics from University of Texas at Austin.

Christina Lorena Weisner: Sea Marks: Explorations from the High Arctic to the Atlantic takes place as part of MoCA Arlington’s SOLOS 2025, part of the Museum’s long-running SOLOS exhibition program. Launched in 1988, SOLOS features solo exhibitions by artists based in the Mid-Atlantic region who are working at the forefront of contemporary art.

For more info go here. 

Local Comedy

DC’s Best Comedy Show on 14th and U Street

DC Comedy Clubhouse, 2013 14th St. NW. Friday, June 27, 9:00 p.m. Saturday, June 28, 9:00 p.m.

The DC Comedy Clubhouse is the premier destination for your comedy experience! Enjoy America’s most talented comedians in the heart of D.C.

At the DC Comedy Clubhouse, we aim to bring customers the most enjoyable comedy experience possible. Our diverse lineup of comedians are sure to have you laughing out loud. Come see why the D.C. region has produced so many great comedians such as Dave Chappelle, Wanda Sykes, Martin Lawrence, Whitney Cummings, Patton Oswalt, and more.

Always remember, LADIES night is every night | Celebrate 🎉 your birthday, promotion, or parties with us. Feel free to inquire within.

🚨 Early Arrival is suggested.

🚨 Rideshare should be considered.

This show is expected to sell out, get your tickets 🎟 now, don’t miss out on your laughs 😎

Our venue also has a full bar and food menu.

Located less than a block from the U Street/African-American Civil War Memorial/Cardozo Metro stop. Our comedy club puts you in the heart of the famous U Street Corridor – right where the action is in one of the city’s best-known neighborhoods for art, nightlife, and cuisine. Whether it’s a date night, a group outing, or even if you’re flying solo, we bring you a night of laughs and fun you won’t soon forget.

Note: Must be 21 to enter.

Purchase your tickets today! We hope to see you soon. No Refunds.

Reservations? Questions? Text: 301-379-6675.

Gardening

Annual Daylily Sale and Exhibition

Meadowlark Botanical Gardens 5400 Ox Road, Fairfax Station. Saturday, June 28, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Add special varieties of daylilies from Meadowlark's collections and Northern Virginia Daylily Society (NVDS) members' gardens to your yard at this annual bare-root daylily sale. The Daylily Society will also exhibit a wide variety of daylily blooms with the public voting to select the most popular. NVDS members will be available for advice on growing daylilies. The public is invited to enjoy this free event in the Visitor Center. 

For more information, please contact Janice Kennedy at 703-534-7729 or jbkennedy@verizon.net. 

International Chocolate Tour of Embassy Row

Sunday, June 29, 12-2:00 p.m. Dupont Circle North Metro Station, 1908-1998 Q Street NW.

Take a guided international tour of Embassy Row and sample chocolate from throughout the globe.

Explore one of the most culturally fascinating areas of Washington, D.C. – “Embassy Row.” In a single afternoon, you’ll stand at the borders of Ireland, Romania, Turkey, Vietnam, Indonesia, and more! We'll also hear some of the more romantic stories of this famous Avenue.

Someone said, decades ago, that in order to thrive as part of the Embassy Row scene, three things were needed: “Protocol, Alcohol, and Geritol…” Fast forward fifty years as we take a walk along one of Washington’s most famous grand boulevards – Massachusetts Avenue’s Embassy Row. You'll see some of the city’s grandest homes, learn about the foreign governments that now call them home, as well as the scandals and stories of the residents who used to own them. Ever wonder if the curse of the Hope Diamond is true? Come join us and find out!

In addition, we’ll sample chocolate from several different countries! We'll each savor multiple pieces of chocolate or candy most popular in nations from around the world.

Join our expert guide for this incredible inside look into Embassy Row.

(Note: This is an outdoor tour. While we may try to make arrangements to visit inside some diplomatic residences, this is not promised. Expect most – if not all – of the tour to be an outside walking tour).

Tickets: $45.85.

For ticket info go here.

By Christopher Jones