TOP 10
CALENDAR Family Events for
May Explore these fun spring activities
in and around the DMV
BY HEATHER M. ROSS
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3 THROUGHOUT THE MONTH | OPEN
10 A.M. – 9 P.M. (OR UNTIL 6:30 P.M.

TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY)
PIXELBLOOM: TIMELESS BUTTERFLIES
Experience the life cycle of a butterfly like you’ve never seen
it before! Families can make their way through a virtual
world brimming with light, sound and beauty in the cherry
blossom and butterfly displays at Artechouse Studio.

Per person: $17-25, $30 to arrive any time of day; ages 3 and
younger, free|artechouse.com/location/dc
MAY 7 | 10 A.M.

INTERNATIONAL FAMILY EQUALITY DAY
Smithsonian National Zoo, 3001 Connecticut Ave. NW,
Washington D.C. 20008
Embrace family diversity at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo
and Conservation Biology Institute. Families will have the
opportunity to speak with zoo nutritionists, attend keeper
talks and watch animal demonstrations.

Free; Entry pass registration required | nationalzoo.si.edu
MAY 7 | 1 P.M.

PAINT NITE: GREEN DRAGON
KO Distilling, 10381 Central Park Drive,
Suite 105, Manassas, VA. 20110
Foster creativity in your family with a
guided afternoon painting session. The
host, Donna Robinson, will guide budding
artists as they paint a pre-sketched rendition of a dragon.

Each participant will choose their own colors, and all supplies
are included with registration costs. Use coupon code donna-
robinson-23SpringFun for an extra 15% off the ticket price.

Event is family-friendly and open to children.

$30 per person | paintnite.com;
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MAY 2023
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ALL IMAGES ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS
Artechouse D.C., 1238 Maryland Ave. SW,
Washington, D.C. 20024



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MAY 11-21 | BEGINS 6 P.M.

THURSDAY, MAY 11; LAST EVENT
8:10 P.M. SUNDAY, MAY 21
JXJ D.C. JEWISH FILM X MUSIC FESTIVAL
Edlavitch DCJCC, 1529 16th St. NW,
Washington, D.C. 20036
The Washington Jewish Music Festival and Washington Jewish Film Festival
are here. Families can see an exciting lineup of powerful films, listen to a
diverse range of performances and participate in Q&A’s, workshops and
panel discussions. Closing night screenings will feature winning short films
from DMV teens. See the full schedule of events and sign up for a pass online.

$15-22 for individual events (some special programs differ);
$30-180 for festival packages | jxjdc.org
LEI: MASHUK/ ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS; PICNIC: ND3000 /
ISTOCK / GETTY IMAGES PLUS; BUNNY: MEDIAPRODUCTION/ E+
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7 MAY 12 | 7 – 10 P.M.

LOVE YOU MOM
Rollingcrest Chillum Community Center,
6120 Sargent Road, Chillum, MD. 20782
Create a special gift for mom this Mother’s Day. Teens
ages 13-17 are invited to create a painting or poem to
show their mothers how much they’re appreciated. Sign
up for a Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning
Commission (M-NCPPC) Youth ID, free to residents ages
6-17, at mncppc.org.

Free with M-NCPPC Youth ID | arts.pgparks.com
8 MAY 19 | 10 A.M. – NOON
MAY MONTHLY MOTHER’S CLUB:
ANNUAL PICNIC!
Yuma Center, 4101 Yuma St. NW,
Washington D.C. 20016
Connect with other moms and let the kids play as they enjoy the
sunshine! The picnic is a potluck, so bring your best mom-dish and
connect. This event is hosted by the Yuma Center, an organization
with the mission of inspiring women and encouraging them to
discover new perspectives on work and life.

Registration required | yumadc.org
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MAY 20 | 3 - 11 P.M.

FIESTA ASIA STREET FAIR
MAY 13 | 10 A.M. – 4 P.M.

EU OPEN HOUSE
Multiple locations, Washington D.C.

Make your way around the world as a family when the
European Union and its Embassies open their doors to
the public for a day of culture sharing, food, music and
more. This event is held in celebration of Europe Day and
includes 24 embassies! Find a full list of participating
embassies and what they have to offer online.

Free | eeas.europa.eu
400 Pennsylvania Ave. NW,
Washington D.C. 20565
Taste incredible foods, experience unique arts
and engage with a variety of cultural experiences.

Families can look forward to performances,
vendors, foods, emerging stars and a stunning
parade. The Fiesta Asia Street Fair is the signature
event of the National Asian Heritage Festival.

Free | fiestaasia.org
MAY 31 | 10 – 10:45 A.M.

TUDOR TOTS: WHO’S HOPPING?
MAY 15 | 5 – 6:30 P.M.

THE ART OF LEI MAKING
Kentlands Mansion – The House, 320 Kent
Square Road, Gaithersburg, MD. 20878
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as
a family by joining Kumu Kaimana Chee, who will provide a brief
history and background of the lei. Families will learn how to make
their own lei and can enjoy a traditional Hawaiian chant and hula
performance. All supplies are included.

$45 for residents, $50 for non-residents; best for ages 12+ |
gaithersburgmd.gov Tudor Place, 1644 31st St. NW,
Washington D.C. 20007
Hop on over to Tudor Place, a historic house
and garden, to see spring’s biggest icon—the
bunny! This program is a chance for children
ages 18 months to 7 years old and their parents
or guardians to learn more about rabbits and the
other little creatures who make their homes in
the garden. The event will include songs, group
story time and a fun craft.

$6.50 for children, free for adults |
tudorplace.org WashingtonFAMILY.com 7