As of Wednesday afternoon, the NOAA is predicting a 50% chance of rain for Saturday and sunny skies Sunday. Highs are expected to be about 80 each day.
Here we list 10 things to do this weekend - as always, we remind you to double check with the event host as details can change quickly and without our knowledge!
On to this week's list ...
#1
Hiking
Shortcut to Europe: European Union Embassies' Open House
Saturday, May 10, 2014 - 10:00am
Price: FREE
"Lithuanian Embassy Interior" by Flickr user " Mr. T in DC. License.
From Cultural Tourism DC: "The European Union Delegation to the U.S. and the embassies of the EU Member States invite visitors to experience the authentic music, dance, food, film, and art of 28 distinctive nations along with a rare behind-the-scenes look into the European Union embassies. Complimentary shuttle buses transport visitors along the embassy routes. Participating embassies include: Croatia, Denmark, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Malta, Portugal, Slovenia, United Kingdom, Austria, Cyprus, Estonia, France and the Federal Republic of Germany, Ireland, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Romania, Spain, Belgium, the Czech Republic, the Delegation of the European Union, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, Republic of Poland, Slovakia, and Sweden. Admission is free, no reservations required, and complimentary shuttle service is provided.
Click here to download the EU Openhouse Program Guide.
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#2
Bootcamp
Get Fit For Summer Workouts - Bootcamp
Saturday, May 10, 2014 - 10:00am
Price: FREE
From a press release:"
VIDA FITNESS AND CAPITOL RIVERFRONT BID TO HOST FREE ‘GET FIT FOR SUMMER WORKOUTS’ AT YARDS PARK
To Promote Healthy, Sustainable Lifestyles, VIDA’s Range of Free Fitness Classes Are Open to Public and Held at The Yard’s Park Boardwalk
All Summer Long
Washington, DC – Get those beach bodies ready for summer! VIDA Fitness and theCapitol Riverfront BID have teamed up to offer a wide selection of free outdoor classes fromMonday, April 28 through the end of August at Yards Park located at 355 Water St, SE in DC’s Capitol Riverfront neighborhood. The Get Fit For Summer Workouts vary from Zumba to Boot Camp to Sunrise/Sunset Yoga and are free and open to the public in an effort to promote healthy and sustainable lifestyles. The “Get Fit For Summer” class schedule through May 31 includes:
V-Boot Camp: Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Boot Camp: Tuesdays 7:00 a.m. and Saturdays 10:00 a.m.
Sunrise Yoga: Thursdays 6:30 – 7:30 a.m.
Sunset Yoga: Tuesdays 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Vinyasa: Fridays 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
Sunrise Yoga: Thursdays 6:30 – 7:30 a.m.
Zumba: Thursdays 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
VIDA is committed to offering these classes as long as the weather permits. Participants are encouraged to RSVP by emailing Alexandra Burgess at: aburgess@vidafitness.com. For more information on the event please visit www.capitolriverfront.org."
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#3
Hiking
World Bonsai Day at the National Arboretum
Saturday, May 10, 2014 - 10:00am
Price: FREE
Photo by Flickr user Stephanie Clifford. License.
From the National Arboretum website: "World Bonsai Day celebrates Saburo Kato’s belief that bonsai has the power to unite people by acting as a bridge to international friendship and peace. This annual event features demonstrations at12:00 and 2:00 pm, drawings for the demonstration trees, curator-led museum tours at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, and 2:00 pm, and an exhibit about Mr. Kato, founder of the World Bonsai Friendship Federation. National Bonsai & Penjing Museum. Admission and all events are free."
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#4
CrossFit
Grand Opening Event at CrossFit DC Northeast
Saturday, May 10, 2014 - 11:30am
Price: FREE
From the CrossFit DC NE web page: "CrossFit DC Northeast is conveniently located in the heart of the H Street corridor at 1365 H Street, NE, previously occupied by the historic H Street Playhouse. The new gym is not only right on the X2 bus line, but will soon be serviced by the new H Street Streetcar, running from Union Station to the intersection of Oklahoma Ave and Benning Road."
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#5
Yoga
Hip Openers, Arm Balances
Saturday, May 10, 2014 - 1:00pm
Price: $35
Georgia Gerstein
Come explore arm balances, weightless transitions and deep hip openers with Rocket and hot vinyasa instructor Georgia Gerstein!
For those newer to poses, she will introduce them and assist with alignment. For those with a more advanced practice, she will demonstrate and assist students into new arm balances, advanced variations, and transitions. All levels will enjoy deep hip opening, which is necessary for arm balances along with core strength. Everyone will leave with something new to work on and will experience some level of Flying and Floating.
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#6
Les Mills Body Combat at the Reebok FitHub
Saturday, May 10, 2014 - 3:30pm
Price: FREE
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#7
Canoeing
Intro To Dragon Boating
Sunday, May 11, 2014 - 8:45am
Price: Free
DC Dragons in action at the Philadelphia Dragon Boat festival.
Come experience a beautiful morning and the ancient tradition of dragon boat racing on the Anacostia River, now one of the fastest growing modern sports in the world! What is dragon boating? It's a competitive sport where twenty paddlers work together as one to surge through the water toward the finish line, all in time to the rhythmic beat of the drummer.
DC Dragons invite you to our free weekly intro and technique classes for dragon boat racing! You will learn basic stroke technique and timing from experienced paddlers who have raced in the US, Canada, and at the 2013 World Dragon Boat Racing Championships. No experience is necessary and after a quick warm-up, you'll get right on the water to learn how to paddle.
This unique, low-impact sport is a great workout for people of all ages and fitness levels.
DATE/TIME: Every Sunday, 8:45AM-10:30AM.
COST: $0. Only 15 spots are available!
WHAT TO BRING: Bottle of water, comfortable clothes you don't mind getting wet.
MORE INFO: http://www.dcdragons.org
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#8
Hiking
Pond Tour at Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens
Sunday, May 11, 2014 - 9:30am
Price: FREE
Photo by Flickr user Colin Capelle. License.
From the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens website: "Explore and walk the aquatic gardens with a ranger and experience the sights and sounds of Kenilworth's aquatic environment.
Pond tours are held on weekends from 9:30 am to 10:30 am starting APRIL 26th. Pond tours meet and start in front of the visitor center.
Stick around for a Nature Walk from 11:00 am - 12:00 pm and experience the river trail and boardwalk with a ranger."
Note: Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens is part of the National Park Service. The park was recently highlighted as the "greatest outdoor space in the District" by the Prince of Petworth.
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#9
Running
Good Form Clinic at Pacers Running
Sunday, May 11, 2014 - 11:00am
Price: FREE
Photo from the Pacers Running website.
From Pacers Running: "Matt (our Pentagon Row store manager, certified personal trainer and USATF certified coach) will be going over running mechanics, followed by corrective exercises!
The workout will meet at the Pentagon Row store and jog to a nearby park. Bring running clothes!!"
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#10
Yoga
Complimentary Yoga with lululemon and Blue Nectar Yoga
Sunday, May 11, 2014 - 4:30pm
Price: FREE
From lululemon Calrendon: "Join us every Sunday in May for a complimentary yoga class - flow seven five from 4:30 - 5:45pm! Led by instructor Ursula Evans, flow seven five is Blue Nectar Yoga's signature all levels class, full format. This is an athletic-style, flowing yoga class that maintains the integrity of a traditional yoga practice while providing a physical journey. Taught in a warm (not hot) room with a sharp focus on pose alignment and correct movement patters, we stretch your limits and strengthen your body. Challenge yourself on new levels while the perfect tunes keep you going and flowing. The 15 additional minutes (a more traditional class length) allows for a more complete inversion sequence and longer savasana. Bring your mat, towel and water bottle - just show up, or you can reserve a spot online through BNY's online scheduling here: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=47089 Blue Nectar Yoga Studio is located at 513 W Broad St, #110c, Falls Church, VA 22046 (right next to Edward Jones and Penzey's Spices). Parking is free in the garage behind the studio. Check out their website for more info: www.bluenectaryoga.com
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Check out Saturday's and Sunday's activity listings for more Things To Do This Weekend!
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