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202-537-2228. nationalcathedral.org . $26, ages 11 and 12 $21. Therapeutic yoga classes Gentle yoga classes to help reduce stress and balance the mind, body and spirit. All experience levels welcome. Thursdays and Mondays at 10:30 a.m., Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Through June 30. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-2800. smithcenter.org . $10 per class, $25/month. Spring garden tours A tour guide discusses the history, design, plants and flowers of the 13 acres of the Hillwood Estate formal gardens in a one-hour tour. Daily at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. Through June 26. Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens, 4155 Linnean Ave. NW. 202-686-5807. hillwoodmuseum.org .

$15; 65 and older, $12; 6 to 18, $5; 5 and younger, free. “World War I: Black Jack Pershing and American diplomacy” A National Park Service ranger leads a walking tour and discusses World War I’s questions about the college teacher and diplomat who commanded U.S. forces. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Pershing Park, 1400 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. Joe Mohr, 202-359-1532. Free. “Dear Senator: Estes Kefauver and the anti-crime crusade in the South” Tammy Ingram, associate professor of history at the College of Charleston, discusses her research and book project, “The Wickedest City in America: Sex, Race, and Organized Crime in the Jim Crow South.” Noon. National Archives, Room 25, Research Center, 700 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-357-5000. Free.

Tidal Basin memorials National Park Service rangers lead walking tours of the Martin Luther King Jr., Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Thomas Jefferson memorials. Daily at noon and 4 p.m. Through June 30. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, 1964 Independence Ave. SW. 202-426-6841. Free. Stroll through the National Garden Education program specialist Alexandra Torres leads a tour of the outdoor garden and discusses its history, favorite native plants and the sustainable techniques to create and care for it. Wear protective clothing and bring sunscreen and water. Noon. U.S. Botanic Garden. Meet by the entrance to the Conservatory on the terrace, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. usbg.gov . Free. Coloring club for adults Not just for kids. Coloring sheets and pencils provided. Thursdays and Tuesdays at 2 p.m. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8698. Free.

Kids Club: Reader’s Theatre Bring your inner ninja to life through a reading of Corey Rosen Schwartz’s “The Three Ninja Pigs.” Children will read aloud from scripts created from the book; parents are welcome. 2 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW. mlkjrlibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-0321. Free. Music for Little Ones A 20- to 30-minute introduction to language and music for children 5 and younger; grown-ups will actively participate. Thursdays 2 p.m. Georgetown Library, 3260 R St. NW. georgetownlibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-0232. Free. BioArt: The Brain Ages 7-12. Participants use images from a “BioArt” exhibition to investigate how the brain sends signals to the body, and participate in a role-playing activity about neural connections. 3:30 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-3139. Free.

Sculpture Gallery tours Saturdays at 3:30 p.m., Sundays at 11:30 a.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2:30 p.m. National Gallery of Art, West Building, main floor rotunda, Seventh Street and Constitution Avenue NW. 202-737-4215. Free. French story time For children of all ages. Learn French songs, practice spoken French and connect words with motion and stories. Thursdays 4 p.m., through June 30. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov . 202-671-3121. Free. Movie: “Cars” The Disney Pixar animated film that honors this summer’s theme, “Go for the Gold: Read.” 4 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. 202-727-0232. georgetownlibrary@dc.gov . Free. Ready, Set, GoBots for teens Ages 13-19.

Build an amazing motorized machine that wiggles, spins, moves and goes home with you. 4 p.m. Francis A. Gregory Library, 3660 Alabama Ave. SE. 202-698-6373 or francisgregorylibrary@dc.gov . Free. Lego club Ages 5-12 may build a skyscraper, a pirate ship or whatever they may imagine. Thursdays at 4 p.m. Woodridge Library, 1790 Douglas St. NE. 202-541-6226. woodridgelibrary@dc.gov . Free. “One Destiny” Actors take on the identities of individuals who were present the night of President Lincoln’s assassination and explore the key facts surrounding it. Wednesdays-Saturdays 4:30 and 5:30 p.m., Mondays 4:30 p.m., through July 2. Ford’s Theatre, 511 10th St. NW. 202-347-4833 or fords.org . $5. Lego games Fun with some LEGO-inspired games. 4:30 p.m.

Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. petworthlibrary@dc.gov. . 202-243-1188. Free. Chess for kids Weekly instruction for all ages of children who want to learn how to play the game or play with better strategy in tournaments, chess instructor teaches how to think, plan your next move and use your brain power to win, made possible by the Friends of the Cleveland Park Library. Thursdays at 5 p.m. Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave. NW. clevelandparklibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-3080. Free. Game night at the library Kids and teens, ages 7-16, may play competitive games from video games to card games to board games. Thursdays at 5 p.m. Parklands-Turner Library, 1547 Alabama Ave. SE. parklandsturnerlibrary@dc . 202-645-4532. Free. Let’s get crafty Teens may get involved in creating crafts, all materials provided. 5 p.m.

Deanwood Library, 1350 49th St. NE. deanwoodlibrary@dc.gov . 202-698-1175. Free. Conversation: Gabriel Dawe and Nora Atkinson Artist Gabriel Dawe discusses his installation Plexus A1, a rainbow prism created from hundreds of threads of colored string, with Renwick Gallery curator Nora Atkinson. Dawe will delve into his process and inspirations, including the embroidery that surrounded him in his childhood in Mexico City. 5:30 p.m. Renwick Gallery, 17th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Luce Unplugged: BRNDA Listen to the local jangly post-punk band. With an art talk; snacks and drinks available at a cash bar. 5:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation Center, 3rd Floor, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Employment discrimination workshop Staff members from the D.C. Office of Human Rights will discuss employment discrimination and the rights of job seekers, applicants and employees.

Topics include laws that protect pregnant workers and unemployed job seekers. 6 p.m. Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 7th St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1288. Free. “Shear Madness” A comedy murder mystery set in Georgetown, with audience participation. Thursdays at 6 and 9 p.m. Fridays at 5 p.m. Saturdays at 6 and 9 p.m. Sundays at 3 and 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays at 8 p.m. Kennedy Center, Theater Lab, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. $50. Learn to play chess For all ages to learn to play the game, improve your strategy or practice your moves with other players. Thursdays and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Deanwood Library, 1350 49th St. NE. deanwoodlibrary@dc.gov . 202-698-1175. Free.

Color away your stress For adults who want to relax and de-stress with something more complicated than a children’s coloring book, all supplies provided or bring your own. Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Through July 7. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-3139. Free. “A Serious Man” The 2009 black comedy-drama film by the Coen Brothers, rated R. 6:30 p.m. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8698. Free. Book to film club Which is better, the book or the movie? Throw in your two cents at this event, get the current title from Peter Sullivan by email peter.sullivan@dc.gov , popcorn provided. 6:30 p.m. Takoma Park Library, 416 Cedar St. NW. takomaparklibrary@dc.gov . 202-576-7252. Free.

“Star Wars: The Force Awakens” The start of the Summer Pajama Movie Night Series, watch Han Solo and Chewbacca to search for the one hope of restoring peace. 6:30 p.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1488. Free. Adult book club discussion People who love to read discuss “Go Set a Watchman,” by Harper Lee, author of “To Kill a Mockingbird,” and then join the group for a stroll around the neighborhood. 6:30 p.m. Francis A. Gregory Library, 3660 Alabama Ave. SE. francisgregorylibrary@dc.gov . 202-698-6373. Free. Refugees Then and Now: What Has Changed? Program with a refugee who fled Europe to escape the Nazis in the 1930s and seek refuge in the United States, and a Syrian refugee who was forced to leave Syria in 2011. 6:30 p.m.

Goethe-Institut, 1990 K St NW, Suite 3. 202-847-4700. goethe.de/washington . Meditation for peace and well being Long time meditator David Newcomb welcomes new and advanced meditators to share a simple technique of spiritual meditation. 7 p.m. Chevy Chase Library, DC, 5625 Connecticut Ave. NW. chevychaselibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-0021. Free. Meditation workshop: stop and breathe Staff member from CALMFIDENCE Institute teaches understanding mindfulness, how it affects your breathing, finding peace, boosting happiness and more. 7 p.m. Francis A. Gregory Library, 3660 Alabama Ave. SE. 202-698-6373. francisgregorylibrary@dc.gov . Free. Meditation: tool to balance your life Group meeting. 7 p.m. Lamond-Riggs Library, 5401 South Dakota Ave. NE. lamondriggslibrary@dc.gov . 202-541-6255. Free.

Summertime self-defense class D’Angelo Kinard, of Advanced Sports Performance, teaches the basics of self-defense during a 90-minute session. 7 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-3139. Free. Yoga at Northwest One Beginner and intermediate levels, wear comfortable clothing, mats and blocks provided. Thursdays at 7 p.m. Northwest One Library, Meeting Room, 155 L St. NW. northwestonelibrary@dc.gov . 202-939-5946. Free. “District Merchants” Four-time Helen Hayes Award-winner Aaron Posner writes and directs a new adaptation of Shakespeare’s “The Merchant of Venice.” Tuesdays-Thursdays 7:30 p.m.. Fridays 8 p.m., Saturdays 2 and 8 p.m. and Sundays 2 and 7 p.m. Through July 3. Folger Theatre, 201 East Capitol St. SE. 202-544-4600. folger.edu .

$35-$75. Chris Thile, Gabriel Kahane, Julian Lage and Merrill Garbus 7:30 p.m. Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. . Free. “Hitch” Crime thriller starring Will Smith, Eva Mendes and Kevin James. Doors open 8 p.m. Film at 8:35 p.m. Canal Park, Second and I streets SE, 200 M St. SE. 202-465-7080. capitolriverfront.org . Free. Friday, June 24 Baby and toddler story time Ages 3-5 and their adult caregivers explore stories and activities that encourage them to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning in this 30-40 minute program designed to promote language and listening skills, expand children’s imaginations and arouse their curiosity about the world around them. Fridays at 10 a.m. Watha T. Daniel-Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov .

202-727-1288. Free. Bilingual Spanish story time Fridays at 10 a.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov . 202-671-3121. Free. “Free State of Jones” Action drama set during the Civil War, the true story of a defiant Southern farmer and his extraordinary armed rebellion against the Confederacy. Banding together with other small farmers and local slaves, an uprising that led Jones County, Miss. to secede from the Confederacy, creating a Free State of Jones. Friday-Tuesday at 10:30 a.m., 1:30, 4:30 and 7:45 p.m., Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., 1:30, 4:30 and 8 p.m., June 30 at 10:30 a.m., 1:30, 4:30 and 7:45 p.m. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW.

202-966-6000. $8.75-$11.75. Children’s safety seats and belts inspection D.C. Safe Kids ensures the proper installation of seats and seat belts. Fridays at 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. THEARC, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-476-3618. thearcdc.org . . Free. “Gravedigger’s Tale” Comedic actor Louis Butelli stars in a one-man production based on “Hamlet.” Friday and Saturday 10:30 a.m. and Sunday at noon. Folger Theatre, 201 E. Capitol St. SE. 202-544-7077. folger.edu/events/gravediggers-tale-0 . Free. Move, Learn, Create Stretch your creative capacity, feel good and connect with fellow participants, features a variety of dance styles, all experience levels welcome. Fridays 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW.

202-483-8600. . $10/class, $25/month. Guided Garden Tour: Historic and Growing Learn about the history and horticulture of centuries-old trees, heirloom plants and flowers, English boxwood shrubs that thrive in a 5½-acre historic landscape, and how they have changed since the nation’s earliest days. Fourth Fridays through October. 11 a.m. Tudor Place, 1644 31st St. NW. 202-965-0400. Register at tudorplace.org . $10. Noon garden tour Visit a jungle, desert and tropical paradise, travel back to the Jurassic period or tour with a guide who will connect the exotic plant world to everyday life, look at bananas, cacao and coffee ripening on the tree or learn about the next big breakthrough in medical plant research. Fridays, Mondays and Wednesdays at noon. Tuesdays at 2 p.m. Through June 29. U.S. Botanic Garden, Conservatory Garden Court, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. . Free.

Pipe organ concert New York organist Aaron Comins will perform a set of organ transcriptions of musical works by Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Edward German, and bring the concert season to a close with the overture from Bizet’s “Carmen.” 12:15 to 1 p.m. National City Christian Church, 5 Thomas Cir. NW. Donations welcome. 202-797-0103 or nationalcitycc.org . “Genius” Drama about the complex friendship and transformative professional relationship between the editor who discovered F. Scott Fitzgerald and Ernest Hemingway and a larger-than-life literary giant, starring Colin Firth and Jude Law. Friday-Tuesday at 1, 5:30 and 8:15 p.m., Wednesday at 1 and 5:30 p.m., June 30 at 1, 5:30 and 8:15 p.m. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW. 202-966-6000. $8.75-$11.75.

“Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer” For all ages, a film about a feisty third-grader who is determined to have the most exciting summer of her life, age nine and younger must be accompanied by a caregiver. 3 p.m. Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. 202-724-4752. southwestlibrary@dc.gov . 202-724-4752. Free. Whatever Became of . . . ? National Park Service Ranger Lowell Fry discusses the search for Lincoln family members and itheir descendants. Friday and Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m. Lincoln Memorial, Statuary chamber, 23rd Street NW and West Potomac Park. Lowell Fry, 202-438-9603. Free. Diary of a Chambermaid Drama set in late 19th century France, about a resentful young chambermaid who works in a bourgeoisie Normandy home and chafes againist the cruelty and perversions of her upper class employers. Friday-Thursday at 3:20 p.m. Avalon Theatre, 5612 Connecticut Ave. NW.

202-966-6000. $8.75-$11.75. Drawing up close Ever noticed how different things look from up close? Use the library’s magnifying glasses to observe and draw everyday items differently. Fridays at 3:30 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov. . 202-282-3139. Free. U.S. Department of Agriculture farmers market With 32 vendors of fresh fruits and vegetables, bedding plants, herbs, seafood, eggs, dairy products, cured meats and baked goods. Also, classes on vegetables and fruits. Fridays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Farmers market, Department of Agriculture, 12th Street and Independence Avenue SW. 866-632-9992. ams.usda.gov/farmersmarkets . Jazz in a sculpture garden: Enter the Haggis A Celtic folk rock Toronto-based band. 5 p.m. National Gallery of Art, Sculpture Garden, Seventh Street and Constitution Avenue NW.

202-737-4215. Free. “Serenade! A Cappella Celebration in Capitol Hill” Choral groups Koris Logos (Latvia) and Kobra Ensemble (Netherlands) perform as part of the 2016 Serenade! Washington, D.C. Choral Festival. 7:30 p.m. Lutheran Church of the Reformation, 212 East Capitol St. NE. 703-683-6045. classicalmovements.com . Suggested donation: $5-$15. “The Miser” Popular comedy by Molière with lightning-fast dialogue, appropriate for age 7 and older. Some performances are ASL-interpreted; open captioning available. Friday 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Elstad Auditorium, Gallaudet University, 800 Florida Ave. NE. 800-838-300 or brownpapertickets.com/event/2267216 . $25, students, military, seniors $18, children 11 and younger $12.

Punch Brothers, Bela Fleck, Edgar Meyer and I’m With Her 8 p.m. Kennedy Center, Concert Hall, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. . $25-$79. U.S. Army Chorus The men’s choral group celebrates its 60th anniversary with a concert series. 8 p.m. U.S. Capitol building, west lawn, 100 Constitution Ave. NE. 703-696-3718. usarmyband.com . Free. U.S. Marines on Parade Silent Drill Team, Drum and Bugle Corps, Color Guard, Silent Drill Platoon and Ceremonial Marchers; guests with reservations admitted at 7:15 p.m.; visitors must arrive no later than 8 p.m. Parade, 8:45 p.m. Fridays through Aug. 26. Marine Barracks, Eighth and I streets SE. 202-433-4011 or 202-433-6060. mbw.usmc.mil . Free; reservations required.

Saturday, June 25 Ranger-led run A trek of about four miles around the Mall. Learn about some of the most iconic city sites. The pace is about 10 minutes per mile, with multiple stops. 9-10:30 a.m. Washington Monument, Lodge, 15th Street NW between Jefferson and Madison drives. Laura Abbott, 202-570-2785. Street photography Two hour workshop to learn the basic skills and how to upload your photos to flickr.com . 10 a.m. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. 202-243-1188. Registration required at dclibrary.org/petworth#eventsTab . Free. ESL Conversation circle For adults who speak English as a second language, facilitated by Washington English Center volunteer teachers. Saturdays at 10 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. 202-727-1488. tenleylibrary@dc.gov . Free. Fitness event: practice with love yoga gatherings WithLoveDC, a movement to spread love, joy and acceptance throughout the city. Bring a mat.

Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. U.S. Botanic Garden, Conservatory West Garden, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. . Free. Historic Congressional Cemetery tour Docent-led introductory tour; wear comfortable walking shoes. Saturdays at 11 a.m. Historic Congressional Cemetery; meet inside the front gate adjacent to the gatehouse. 1801 E St. SE. 202-543-0539. Free. Family story time Session packed with books and activities for all ages, promotes language and literacy skills, nurtures the love of reading and learning. Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1488. Free. Yoga at your library Beginner level class, no experience required, bring a mat. Saturdays at 11 a.m.Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. 202-243-1188. petworthlibrary@dc.gov . Free.

National Capital Barbecue Battle Barbecue teams from around the country compete for over $40,000 in cash and prizes in two major contests. The event includes live entertainment and barbecue tastings. Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Pennsylvania Avenue NW between Ninth and 14th streets. $12; two-day pass $20. Trading card meetup Trading card meetup Show your trading card prowess, swap with your opponents and others, games open to adults and teens, tournaments twice a year for adults and teens. Saturdays at noon. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, Lower Level Gallery A-6, 901 G St. NW. mlkjrlibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-0321. Free. Mimoza design floral workshop Create an Asian-inspired bowl arrangement with orchids, grasses and other flora; all supplies and tools provided. No experience necessary. Noon-1:30 p.m. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE. Registration: 202-547-6839 or chaw.org .

$80. Celebrating summer foods How to combine summer fruits, vegetables and herbs with sweet grains to balance the summer heat; especially tailored to meet the needs of those affected by cancer. 1-4 p.m. THEARC, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-483-8600. smithcenter.org . $20. Portrait Story Days Listen to a story about sculptor Patience Wright, who created wax figures of people and wrote poetry, and then complete an art project to take home. Saturday 1-4 p.m. National Portrait Gallery, Education Center, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Luce artist talk with Anne Bouie Exhibiting artist Anne Bouie discusses the trajectory of her career and the cultural goals she has for her work. 1:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation Center, 3rd Floor, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Robert Post Comedy Theater for Kids Robert Post’s one-man variety show. His sketches fill the stage with bumblers, dreamers and cartoonish heroes. 2 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. $20. American Acoustic: How to Play with Others Chris Thile and his Punch Brothers bandmates lead a workshop on instrumental collaboration. 4 p.m. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. . Free. Master Craftsman: Artful Stories in the City Gallery opening reception, work of sculptor Charles Bergen, a unique intersection of skill and imagination, exhibit continues through Aug. 13. Reception and artist’s talk. 5-7 p.m. Capitol Hill Arts Workshop, 545 Seventh St. SE. Free. How to sing with others An open master class and workshop on vocal and string performance led by singer-songwriters Aoife O’Donovan and Sarah Jarosz. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free. Dick Gregory: An Evening of Comedy & Jazz 7 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Terrace Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. . $50. Serenade! Celebration in Washington, DC Female choral groups Ensemble Planeta (Japan), Tucson Girls Chorus (USA) and Kobra Ensemble (Netherlands) perform in a concert titled “Celebrating Women’s Voices.” Part of the 2016 Serenade! Washington, D.C. Choral Festival, it also features FEBC Busan, Korea Children’s Choir. 7 p.m. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 703-683-6045. . Suggested donation: $5-$15. “Fidelio” The In Series performs Nick Olcott’s English adaptation of Beethoven’s only opera. Saturday 8 p.m. Sunday 4 p.m. Atlas Performing Arts Center, Lang Theatre, 1333 H St. NE. 202-399-7993. . $46, seniors $43, age 35 and younger $25, students $23.

Dance concert Light Switch Dance Theatre and Next Reflex Dance Collective perform. Saturday 8 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. Dance Place, 3225 Eighth St. NE. 202-269-1600 or danceplace.org. $15-$30. “A Midnight Serenade - Concert by Candelight” The choral groups Koris Logos (Latvia) and Ensemble Musicaficta (Italy) perform as part of the 2016 Serenade! Washington, D.C. Choral Festival. 10 p.m. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 703-683-6045. classicalmovements.com . Suggested donation: $5-$15. Sunday, June 26 Palisades farmers market Locally grown seasonal produce year-round, with music by Sherier Mountain. Sundays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 48th Place and MacArthur Boulevard NW. palisadesfarmersmarket.com .

Babe Ruth Baseball Family Day Celebrate America’s pastime and one of its greatest heroes by enjoying games, crafts and music then view the exhibit “One Life: Babe Ruth.” 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. National Portrait Gallery, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Art Signs: Gallery Talk in ASL A volunteer American Sign Language gallery guide leads conversations about various artworks. 1 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, F Street Lobby, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Kids@Katzen Family Day Art-filled afternoon for all ages including an age-appropriate tour and hands-on workshop based on art from the Northeast of Brazil in Bandits & Heroes and Poets & Saints. 1-3 p.m. American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-1300. Tickets: . $15, children $5. Anancy Festival Celebration of the Caribbean’s literature and folklore, designed to appeal to the young and young at heart, includes face painting, storytelling and arts and crafts.

3-5 p.m. THEARC, Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus, 1901 Mississippi Ave. SE. 202-643-7622. Tickets: . Free, tickets required. Shaw knitting and crochet circle All experience levels welcome, special instruction for beginners, in-house training materials provided, but please bring needles and yard for your own take-home projects. Sundays at 3 p.m. Watha T. Daniel-Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. 202-727-1288. . Free. Young Adult Cancer Meet Up and Support Group Have a light dinner and facilitated group session. 5-6:30 p.m. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600. . Free. Monday, June 27 Baby and toddler story time Books, songs, rhymes and fingerplays for children birth to two-years-old to introduce children to language skills in a positive and fun environment. Mondays-Tuesdays at 10 a.m. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave.

NW. 202-724-8698. Free. Awareness through movement Learn the Feldenkrais Method, a unique approach to fitness for those with injuries or in chronic pain, simple floor exercises with profound effects on posture, breathing and movement capabilities. at 12:15-1:15 p.m. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600. . $10/class, $25 per month. GSK Science in the Summer For children entering grades 2 and 3. Learn about oceanography through fun activities. 2 p.m. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. 202-243-1188 or scienceinthesummer.com . Free; registration required in person or online. Staying in your own home Howard Gleckman, a senior fellow at the Urban Institute, will outline life choices as people age; sponsored by Dupont Circle Village Live and Learn Seminar. Wheelchair accessible. 3:30-5 p.m. St. Thomas Church, 1772 Church St.

NW, 14300 St. Thomas Church Rd., Upper Marlboro. Reservations: Linda Harsh. 202-234-2567 or lindajkh@mac.com . $10. Youth chess club Children learn how to play from an experienced instructor and participate in friendly games against each other. Mondays and Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Rosedale Library, 1701 Gales St. NE. 202-727-5012. rosedalelibrary@dc.gov . Free. Jazz concert Drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath, saxophonist Charles McPherson and the Howard Burns Quartet perform a tribute to the late jazz trumpeter, musical arranger and bandleader Don Redman. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free. Let’s speak English For adults who can read, write and carry on conversations in English. Mondays and Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW.

mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov . 202-671-3121. Free. Prostate health: Knowledge is power Learn about the latest advances in radiation, diagnosis and surgical options, chemotherapy and hormonal therapy treatments, the role of the nurse navigator and managing psychosocial concerns. Bring your questions about treatment options and how to improve your quality of life after treatment. Light refreshments served. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sibley Memorial Hospital, Sibley Medical Building, Conference Room 2, 5215 Loughboro Rd. NW, 5255 Loughboro Rd. NW. Registration required. Contact Pam Goetz at 202-243-2320 or pgoetz4@jhmi.edu . Free, with free parking. “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button” David Fincher’s 2008 film about a man who ages in reverse, adapted from a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald. The movie is shown in conjunction with the group exhibition “Suspended Animation.” 7 p.m. Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, Ring Auditorium, 700 Independence Ave. SW.

202-633-0828. Free. Shakespeare anniversary lecture Kim Hall, a professor of English and Africana Studies at Barnard College, discusses “Othello Was My Grandfather: Shakespeare in the African Diaspora.” 7 p.m. Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 East Capitol St. SE. 202-544-7077. $15. Yoga mortis Instructor Kelly Carnes leads people of all experience levels in a one-hour class. Mondays 7 p.m. Historic Congressional Cemetery, 1801 E St. SE. 202-543-0539. http:// . $10. Zumba at Southwest Library Instructor Roshaunda Jenkins will lead this one-hour fitness and dance workout—all fitness levels welcome! The class is free and no registration is required. Dance your way to fitness. Mondays at 7 p.m. Southwest Library, 900 Wesley Pl. SW. southwestlibrary@dc.gov . 202-724-4752. Free. U.S. Navy Band Concert The U.S.

Navy Concert Band performs a variety of genres, including marches and a modern wind band repertoire. 8 p.m. U.S. Capitol (west steps), Pennsylvania Avenue and First Street NW. 202-433-2525. navyband.navy.mil . Free. Tuesday, June 28 Constitution-in-Action Take on the role of researchers and archivists during a two-hour simulation, help the President and his communications director prepare for a very special press conference, families will work together to locate and analyze facsimile documents and find the connection each has to the Constitution.Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 a.m.-noon. National Archives, Boeing Learning Center, Constitution Avenue and Seventh Street NW. 202-357-5000. Free, reservations required at least 24 hours in advance: . Under the Sea Children 5-12 will learn about the ocean’s most feared and misunderstood creatures, including sharks, stingrays and skates, and about their imporastnce to marine ecosystems. 2 p.m. Shaw (Watha T. Daniel) Library, 1630 Seventh St. NW. Free.

202-727-1288 or wathashawlibrary@dc.gov . “The Uncle Devin Show” Ages 3-10. An interactive musical experience with drummer and storyteller Devin Walker. 10:30 a.m. Benning/Dorothy I. Height Library, 3935 Benning Rd. NE. 202-281-2583. benninglibrary@dc.gov . Free. Rhythm and rhyme Age 5 and younger, an interactive musical experience incorporating the use of musical instruments. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Watha T. Daniel-Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1288. Free. Toddler story time Ages 18-36 months and a caregiver will be treated to books, songs and fun activities designed to develop your child’s language skills in these 20-30 minute programs. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW.

tenleylibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1488. Free tickets distributed 30 minutes before the story time start. Chair yoga classes Gentle yoga to perform in seated and supported poses that safely promote deep relaxation and mental clarity; all experience levels welcome. Tuesdays at noon. Smith Center for Healing and the Arts, 1632 U St. NW. 202-483-8600. smithcenter.org . $10 per class, $25/month. “Next to Normal” A musical about how one suburban family struggles with crisis; music by Tom Kitt, book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey. Tuesdays-Saturdays 8 p.m. and Sundays 3 p.m. Through July 10. Andrew Keegan Theater, 1742 Church St. NW. boxoffice@keegantheatre.com , 202-265-3767 or keegantheatre.com . $55, age 60 and older $50, age 25 and younger $45.

“Magnificat” Philip Cave directs the professional and award-winning British Early Music Ensemble, specializing in the restoration and performance of neglected choral masterpieces from Reformation England and 16th-century Spain. 12:10 p.m. Church of the Epiphany, 1317 G St. NW. 202-347-2635, Ext. 20. . $10. “The Uncle Devin Show” Ages 3-10. An interactive musical experience with drummer and storyteller Devin Walker. 2 p.m. Northwest One Library, 155 L St. NW. 202-939-5946. northwestonelibrary@dc.gov . Free. Sketching: draw and discover Draw inspiration from artists’ sketches and objects on display in the Luce Foundation, then sketch on the center’s workshop, bring a sketchbook and pencils, other materials provided. Tuesdays from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation Center, 3rd Floor, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free.

I Spy: patterns and puzzles for teens, tweens and young children Test your visual, spatial, mathematical and logical acumen using mandalas, logical geometric and pictorial puzzles, LEGO, wooden blocks and more. Tuesdays from 3-5 p.m. Parklands-Turner Library, 1547 Alabama Ave. SE. parklandsturnerlibrary@dc.gov . 202-645-4532. Free. Maker Martes (Tuesday) For age 6 and older, create what you can imagine in art, music, science, technology and more. Tuesdays at 4 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov . 202-671-3121. Free. Smart with art and stories Tuesdays Listen to one or more short stories then do your best in an hour of arts and crafts. Tuesdays at 5 p.m. Rosedale Library, 1701 Gales St. NE. 202-727-5012. rosedalelibrary@dc.gov. . Free.

West End knitting circle Learn the basics of knitting or the fine points or just get help with a difficult situation, bring your own materials.Tuesdays at 5 p.m. West End Interim Library, 2522 Virginia Ave. NW. 202-724-8698. westendlibrary@dc.gov . Free. Teen trivia Tuesday Come and test your knowledge of pop culture, win some prizes, themes include hip hop, blockbusters, Harry Potter, TV and pop culture icons. 5 p.m. Deanwood Library, 1350 49th St. NE. deanwoodlibrary@dc.gov . 202-698-1175. Free. Get in the game: summer activities Participate in a fun activity including crafts, challenges and contests with prizes then try your hand at origami, duct tape crafts, blackout poetry, bookface photo contests and scavenber hunts, something new every Tuesday, earn your badges and win cool prizes. Tuesdays at 5:30 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov .

202-282-3139. Free. “Ghostbusters” Ivan Reitman’s 1984 film rated PG., see this one before the remake is released in July, starring Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray. 6 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. 202-727-0321. mlkjrlibrary@dc.gov . Free. Billy McComisky and Sons: Irish folk music McComisky, sons Patrick, Sean and Michael, and other family members and friends perform on accordions, flutes and whistles. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free. U.S. Navy Band concert The U.S. Navy Concert Band, Sea Chanters chorus and the Cruisers perform alongside the Navy Ceremonial Guard and the Navy Drill Team in a musical tribute to the greatest generation. Selections include Stevie Wonder’s “Higher Ground” and a medley of songs from “Grease.” 7:30 p.m. U.S.

Navy Memorial Heritage Center, Burke Theater, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-737-2300 or navymemorial.org . U.S. Air Force Band concert Tuesdays8 p.m. U.S. Capitol (west steps), Pennsylvania Avenue and First Street NW. 202-767-5658. usafband.af.mil . Free. Wednesday, June 29 Yoga in the galleries Certified Kripalu yoga instructor Eva Blutinger leads a rejuvenating class in the peaceful surroundings of art, bring your own mat, all experience levels welcome. Wednesdays at 10 a.m. American University Museum at the Katzen Arts Center, 4400 Massachusetts Ave. NW. 202-885-1300. american.edu/cas/katzen . $10 per class. Toddler dance party Music and dancing for all ages. Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Chevy Chase Library, DC, 5625 Connecticut Ave. NW. chevychaselibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-0021. Free. Gallery talk Assistant educator Ashley W.

Harris discusses artworks in the exhibit “She Who Tells a Story.” Noon-12:30 p.m. National Museum of Women in the Arts, 1250 New York Ave. NW. 202-783-5000. Free. Creative writing in the afternoon Reza, a library associate with an MA in creative writing from Johns Hopkins University, leads the class. Wednesdays at 1 p.m. Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE. 202-698-0058. northeastlibrary@dc.gov . Free. Engineering Wednesdays Children may spend an hour designing and creating something they have dreamed of, a special engineering project. Wednesdays at 2 p.m. Rosedale Library, 1701 Gales St. NE. 202-727-5012. rosedalelibrary@dc.gov . Free. Lunder behind the scenes Staff member discusses how conservators use science, art history and skilled hands to preserve objects from the museum collection in the Lunder Conservation Center. Wednesdays at 3 p.m.

Smithsonian American Art Museum, Luce Foundation Center, third floor, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Conservation of Our Collection: “Woman Eating” Objects conservator Jamie Gleason describes the exhaustive work that goes into conserving the sculpture, including research, examination, documentation and treatment. 4 p.m. Smithsonian American Art Museum. Meet in the F Street lobby, Eighth and F streets NW. 202-633-1000. Free. Board game bonanza Ages 6-12 and their family members are encouraged to come and play classic games including Scrabble, Monopoly, Connect Four, Sorry and others. 4 p.m. Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE. 202-698-0058. northeastlibrary@dc.gov . Free. Lego construction crew For ages 4-12, the library supplies the Legos, you bring your imagination. Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1488.

Free. Chess and checkers club Children of all ages and levels are encouraged to come and learn the games and their strategies for winning, prizes for those who participate. Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Bellevue (William O. Lockridge) Library, 115 Atlantic St. SW. 202-243-1185. bellevuelibrary@dc.gov . Free. Anime Club A place for teens to gather, watch and talk Japanese animation, film are shown in Japanese with English subtitles, classic and new releases shown, share your own fan fiction and fan art. Wednesdays at 4 p.m. Petworth Library, 4200 Kansas Ave. NW. petworthlibrary@dc.gov . 202-243-1188. Free. Kids computer class Students from age 8-13 may learn new ways to create data and have fun using computers, meets on the second and fourth Wednesdays each month for one hour. Wednesday, May 25, June 22 and July 27 at 4:30 p.m. Capitol View Library, 5001 Central Ave. SE.

202-645-0755. capitolviewlibrary@dc.gov . Free. BARS workshop For youth who enjoy rapping and writing spoken word poems, write new songs to original beats and poems to record and perform. Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. Watha T. Daniel-Shaw Library, 1630 7th St. NW. 202-727-1288. wathashawlibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1288. Free. Summer adult-child yoga Led by instructor Dexter Sumner guiding adults and children through the basic principles of yoga, breathing exercises and poses, learn the many benefits of yoga, from flexibility and strength to creating confidence and peace of mind, all levels welcome, wear comfortable clothing, for age 6 and older. Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m. Palisades Library, 4901 V St. NW. palisadeslibrary@dc.gov . 202-282-3139. Free.

Soul of Afghan Music: Homayoun Sakhi and Salar Nader Homayoun Sakhi, a rubâb player, and Salar Nader, a percussionist, perform at the 2016 Smithsonian Folklife Festival and the Aga Khan Music Initiative. 6 p.m. Kennedy Center, Millennium Stage, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free. Yoga with Caroline Bring water and a mat and wear comfortable clothes. Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Northeast Library, 330 Seventh St. NE. northeastlibrary@dc.gov . 202-698-0058. Free. PAL (People animals love) Pajama Party Pajama party with doggies; come in your jammies for a doggie story time and an opportunity to read to a PAL dog. Wednesdays 7 p.m. Mount Pleasant Library, 3160 16th St. NW. mtpleasantlibrary@dc.gov . 202-671-3121. Free.

Smithsonian Folklife Festival The folkways of Spain’s Basque region and the sounds of California are explored with performances by musicians, dancers and storytellers, craft demonstrations, children’s activities and cooking demonstrations. Festival hours Wednesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with evening concerts. Visit the website for details. Opens Wednesday. July 4 and July 7-10 on the Mall, between Third and Fourth streets SW. festival.si.edu . Free. Thursday, June 30 Cooking Demonstration: summer sweets The Cook sisters feature blueberries and melon in their class. 12-12:45 and 12:50-1:30 p.m.U.S. Botanic Garden, Conservatory Garden Court, 100 Maryland Ave. SW. 202-225-8333. usbg.gov . Free. “Home Within” A beautiful audio-visual performance by Syrian composer and clarinetist Kinan Azmeh and Syrian Armenian visual artist Kevork Mourad art and music develop in counterpoint to each other, creating an impressionistic reflection on the Syrian revolution and its aftermath. 6 p.m.

Kennedy Center, Family Theater, 2700 F St. NW. 202-467-4600. Free. Memoir and essay club Writing enthusiast Maura Policelli leads adult writers. Thursdays at 7 p.m. Through July 28. Tenley-Friendship Library, 4450 Wisconsin Ave. NW. tenleylibrary@dc.gov . 202-727-1488. Free. “Star Wars: Episode VII: The Force Awakens” Outdoor screening of the film starring Harrison Ford, Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Adam Driver and Daisy Ridley. Doors open 8 p.m. ; film starts 8:35 p.m. Canal Park, Second and I streets SE. 202-465-7080or capitolriverfront.org . Free. — Compiled by Gerri Marmer

Question: Which name describes a battle in Northumberland, a district of Washington DC, and an American actor?
Answer: CHEVY CHASE