CALENDAR
KIDS Vanishing Vernal Pools
Are your kids interested in frogs
and salamanders? Learn about
these creatures and look for
their eggs in a pool. Registration
required. Ages 6 and up.

2 p.m. at Long Branch Nature Center
at Glencarlyn Park, Arlington, VA. $5.

parks.arlingtonva.us WEDNESDAY 11
FAMILY Nature-Inspired Artwork
Welcome spring by transforming
everyday materials into something
new at hands-on MAKER stations
and enjoy a kid-led tour of
the museum.

10 a.m. at Hirshhorn National
Museum of Modern Art,
Washington, DC. FREE.

hirshhorn.si.edu FAMILY
‘Drumming with Dishes’
In this kid-friendly production,
an energetic child and her shy
imaginary friend cook up some
music in a very special kitchen.

Ages 2-5. Through Mar. 15.

10 a.m. at Atlas Performing Arts
Center, Washington, DC. $15.

atlasarts.org SUNDAY 8
FAMILY International Women’s Day
Educate your kids on the global
legacy of women with activities
and museum tours.

Noon at National Museum of Women
in the Arts, Washington, DC. FREE.

nmwa.org KIDS
Tween Book Signing
Middle grade author Ellen Oh talks
to authors Hena Khan and Ron
Smith about her new sci-fi book,
“The Dragon Egg Princess,” and
signs copies for readers.

3 p.m. at Connie Morella Library,
Bethesda, MD. FREE. mcpl.libnet.info
MONDAY 9
FAMILY Family Trivia Night
Put your family’s knowledge to
the test for the chance to win
prizes. Registration is required.

Ages 4 and up.

6:30 p.m. at Chantilly Regional
Library, Chantilly, VA. FREE.

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FAMILY Shen Yun Performance
Through music, dance and vibrant
colors, Shen Yun showcases over
5,000 years of Chinese heritage on
its world tour. Also March 11.

7:30 p.m. at George Mason University
Center for the Arts, Fairfax, VA.

$80-180. shenyun.com
FAMILY Spring Flower Arranging
Cherry blossom season is upon us!
Learn why these trees thrive in the
area and create an arrangement to
take home. Registration required.

1 p.m. at Little Falls Library, Bethesda,
MD. FREE. mcpl.libnet.info
PARENTS Children’s Anxiety Workshop
Does your kid get overwhelmed by
fear and perfectionism? Learn the
best ways to address these issues,
including flexible thinking, asking
for help and calmness methods.

7 p.m. at Country Day School,
McLean, VA. $30. countryday.org
THURSDAY 12
KIDS St. Patrick’s Day DIY
Calling all leprechauns! Get ready
for St. Patty’s Day with a fun
craft. Ages 5-9.

4 p.m. at Davis Library, Bethesda, MD.

FREE. mcpl.libnet.info
PARENTS Baby Basics
Learn tips and tricks to survive
your first nights at home with a
newborn! Get advice on diaper
changes, swaddling, car seat
positioning and other basics.

7 p.m. at Einstein Pediatrics,
Vienna, VA. FREE. einsteinpeds.com
FRIDAY 13
FAMILY Birthday Bundles
Many children can’t afford to
celebrate their birthdays. Volunteer
with your kids to box up cake mix,
candles and handmade cards for
children in need.

6:30 p.m. at Temple Rodef Shalom,
Falls Church, VA. $8-$18.

templerodefshalom.org SATURDAY 14
FAMILY Magi-Whirl Magic Show
Multiple magicians take the
stage at this award-winning
annual magic show, presented
by the International Brotherhood
of Magicians.

6:30 p.m. at Rachel M. Schlesinger
Concert Hall and Arts Center,
Alexandria, VA. $15-$20.

imbring50.org/magi-whirl-home KIDS
NoVA Teen Book Festival
The 7th annual book event
celebrates Young Adult literature
with author panels, Q&A sessions
and book signings.

9 a.m. at George C. Marshall High