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1 Thursday
Farm Skills. Ages 4 & up. 10 a.m. - noon. Also 5/8, 5/22 & 5/29. Gain hands-on experience in several skills necessary on an 18th century farm, including pounding corn, carding wool, spinning, dipping candles and more. Registration: khughes@1771.org. $$ Claude Moore Colonial Farm at Turkey Run, McLean.
May Flowers. Ages 3 - 5 with adult. 9:30 & 11 a.m. Also 5/3, 10 a.m. Walk through a rainbow of spring flowers in the gardens, and create your own special rainbow bouquet for Mother's Day. Registration: 703-642-5173. $$ Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria.
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2 Friday
Diavolo. Ages 6 & up. 8 p.m. Using oversized structures or surrealistic sets of commonplace items, performers leap, fly and twirl to convey narratives that are metaphors for the absurdities of life. Tickets: 888-945-2468. $$ GMU Center for the Arts, Fairfax.
Flower Mart 2008. All ages. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Also 5/3, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enjoy plants, herbs, floral displays, entertainment, food, children's rides, an antique carousel and more. www.cathedral.org/ahg/fm2008. Washington National Cathedral.
Kodomono Hi: Children's Day. Ages 6 - 10. 10:15 & 11:30 a.m. Celebrate Japanese Children's Day and the promise of youth with a performance by the Kodomo Dance Theater. Tickets: 202-633-8700. $$ Freer Gallery of Art, Washington, DC.
St. George Greek Festival. All ages. 11:30 a.m. - 10 p.m. Also 5/3, noon - 10 p.m. & 5/4, noon - 8 p.m. Enjoy live Greek music, authentic Greek cuisine, a marketplace, the Parathosi Dance Troupe and more. www.stgeorge.org. Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, Bethesda.
World of Possibilities Expo. All ages. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Also 5/3. A disability and senior-resource fair featuring artists, entertainment, exhibits, workshops, resources and more. www.caringcommunities.org. $$ Montgomery County Fairgrounds, Gaithersburg.
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3 Saturday
Azalea Goes Pop! All ages. 5 p.m. The Landon Symphonette performs music by Copland, Gershwin and Sousa. Come early and enjoy the Azalea Festival with inflatable games, boutiques, food vendors and more. www.landon.net. $$ The Landon School, Bethesda.
Celebrate Mama. All ages. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Shop the Mother's Day Marketplace, make arts and crafts, sing and dance along to a performance by Rocknoceros, win raffle prizes and more. www.celebratemama.com. Bethesda Row.
Children's Day of Taste: From the Garden to the Table. Ages 7 - 13. 9:30 a.m. Also 5/10. Learn about healthy foods and the dining experience, seasonal products, sustainability and cooking with chefs who understand and promote the link from the garden to the table. Tickets: 202-633-3030. $$ Clyde's of Gallery Place, Washington, DC.
Damascus Relay for Life. All ages. 2:30 p.m. - 7 a.m. Live bands, artistic acts, silent auction, carnival game, food, movies under the stars, bingo, campsites, an all-night walk, Luminaria Ceremony and more to raise money for the American Cancer Society. www.DamascusRelay.org. $$ Damascus High School.
Digging in "The Ruins." Grades 4 - 6. 8:45 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn how archaeologists reconstruct the past as you participate in surface searching, digging, sifting and mapping artifacts. Bring a bag lunch. Registration: 410-313-7275. $$ Patapsco Female Institute Historic Park, Ellicott City.
Edy's Scoop Day. All ages. Times vary. Treat yourself to Edy's American Idol ice cream flavors and a limited-edition CD, and support the fight against childhood cancer. www.giantfood.com. $$ Giant stores, Washington, DC & MD.
Kidfest 2008. All ages. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts, silent auction, activities, products and services for children and more. 703-968-0740. $$ Clifton Town Park.
Korean Kites. Ages 8 - 14 with adult. 2 p.m. Also 5/4. Explore Korean art in the galleries, then make Korean kites in the courtyard and fly them on the National Mall. www.asia.si.edu. Sackler Gallery, Washington, DC.
Mommy & Me Fashion Show. All ages. 1 p.m. Spend the day with your mom watching a Mommy & Me fashion show, enjoying a VIP lounge with brunch, participating in activities and more. 202-628-6661 x532. Macy's Metro Center, Washington, DC.
Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea & the Arts. All ages. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Play colonial games, do outdoor art projects, see a live animal exhibit, join a tea party, see a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and kimono dance, hear live music and more. 301-953-1376. Montpelier Mansion, Laurel.
Mother's Day Gift Workshop. Ages 3 & up. 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Make a craft to give to your mom on Mother's Day. Registration: 202-640-1865. $$ The Family Room, Washington, DC.
Pet Fiesta. All ages. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Enjoy contests, exhibits, pet rescue groups, pet adoption, entertainment and more celebrating pets and pet owners. 703-689-4699. Reston Town Center.
Springtastic Fair. All ages. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Enjoy carnival games, demonstrations, crafts, food, a bake sale, auction and more. 410-313-6879. Longfellow Elementary School, Columbia.
The Sippy Cups. All ages. Noon & 3 p.m. The Sippy Cups blend imaginative originals, cult-rock favorites, exciting visuals, puppets, aerial feats and juggling into an unforgettable show. Tickets: 202-857-7700. $$ National Geographic, Washington, DC.
Truck Touch. All ages. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Get up close and personal with things that go vrrroom. Sit behind the wheel of more than 20 vehicles including a fire truck, police car, garbage truck and more. Food, games and face painting, too! 301-773-2297. $$ Cheverly United Methodist Church.
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4 Sunday
A Musical Tour of South America. All ages. 4 p.m. Classical guitarist Jesse Crites and soprano Nicole Lamm will perform works of Argentine, Brazilian and Spanish composers. Tickets: 703-485-5745. $$ Trinity United Methodist Church, McLean.
Ashburn Village Race. All ages. 8 a.m. Enjoy a 10K run, 5K run or 1 Mile Fun Run through Ashburn Village. Registration: www.ashburnsportspavilion.org. $$ Ashburn Village Sports Pavilion.
Children's Day. All ages. Noon. Enjoy old-fashioned games, a Maypole dance, puppet show, crafts, house tours, cooking demonstrations and live entertainment. Registration: 301-864-0420. $$ Riversdale House Museum, Riverdale.
Cinco de Mayo! All ages. 5 p.m. The Capital City Symphony presents this program featuring songs from Copland, Manuel de Falla and Dvorák. Tickets: 202-399-7993. $$ Atlas Performing Arts Center, Washington, DC.
National Cinco de Mayo Festival. All ages. Noon - 6 p.m. Hands-on activities, games, a Mexican mercado, live music and dance and more celebrating Mexico. www.marumontero.com. National Mall, Washington, DC.
Pilot Pups. All ages. 3:30 p.m. Author Michelle Meadows takes readers on a mission that's full of action, adventure and loads of rip-roaring fun. 301-881-0237. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Rockville.
Stories & Music in the Garden. All ages. 4 - 6 p.m. Local storytellers and musicians will present Appalachian/folk stories and songs in an enchanting walled garden. 703-765-5950. Mount Vernon Unitarian Church, Alexandria.
The JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes. All ages. 8:30 a.m. Walk to raise money to find a cure for diabetes. Enjoy live entertainment, special guest appearances, children's activities and sports and more. Registration: www.jdrfcapitol.org. $$ National Mall, Washington, DC.
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5 Monday
Mr. Skip. All ages. 10:30 a.m. Fairfax's favorite Music Man performs. 703-352-2787. Old Town Hall, Fairfax.
Recycled Fun. Ages 7 - 10. 4 - 5:30 p.m. Learn about nature's recyclers, participate in a recycling relay and make a recycled craft. Registration: 703-228-4747. $$ South Bluemont Park, Arlington.
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6 Tuesday
Mr. Don, Music & Sing-Along. Ages 1 - 12. 5 - 8 p.m. Sing, dance and play instruments with Mr. Don Bridges. 703-924-1701. $$ Silver Diner, Springfield.
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7 Wednesday
Feeding Frenzy. All ages. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Create an afternoon picnic for the animals that live at the nature center, then learn about the different specializations these animals have for eating their food. Registration: 703-228-4747. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
We Love Moms! Ages 2 1/2 - 6. 11 a.m. Celebrate Mother's Day with stories honoring moms. 703-241-8281. Aladdin's Lamp Children's Bookstore, Arlington.
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8 Thursday
Story Time at the Kreeger. Ages 3 - 5. 10 a.m. Also 5/20, 2 p.m. Stories about artists, artworks and their inspiration. Explore the collections, and enjoy a creative activity. Registration: 202-338-3552. $$ Kreeger Museum, Washington, DC.
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9 Friday
Astronomy. All ages. 5 - 7 p.m. Enjoy science activities about stars, then explore the Historic Schoolhouse site. Registration: 202-488-0627. Discovery Creek Children's Museum, Washington, DC.
Bill's Buddies. All ages. 10 a.m. The Folger's educational acting ensemble performs a 50-minute sampler of Shakespeare's plays with plenty of audience participation. Tickets: 202-675-0342. $$ Folger Shakespeare Library, Washington, DC.
Bluebird Boxes. Ages 5 & up. 4 - 5 p.m. Learn how to attract bluebirds to your yard, and put together a bluebird house to take home. Bring a hammer. Registration by 5/2: 240-314-8770. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Guppy Gala. Ages 2 - 12. 6 - 8:30 p.m. Enjoy live performers, family activities, educational and informational booths, a variety of food and more. Tickets: 202-633-4470. $$ National Zoo, Washington, DC.
Mother's Day Teas. All ages. 1 p.m. Also 5/10 & 5/11. Enjoy delicate tea sandwiches, sweets, scones with preserves and cream and Oatlands Afternoon Tea Blend. Reservations: 703-777-3174. $$ Oatlands Plantation, Leesburg.
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10 Saturday
Aaron Douglas Family Day. All ages. 1 - 4 p.m. A book reading, puppet show, Morgan State University Choir performance and community mural craft project celebrate the soul and spirit of the Harlem Renaissance. 202-633-8490. Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC.
Archaeology Day. All ages. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Join archaeologists for a public dig, tour the mansion, hear stories from the Civil War, play old-time games, make crafts and more. Tickets: www.parksarchaeology.org. $$ Needwood Mansion, Derwood.
International Children's Festival. All ages. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Embassies host booths highlighting their countries' rich cultural heritages and introduce you to world geography, dress and traditions through displays and hands-on activities. 202-939-5513. $$ Meridian International Center, Washington, DC.
Lace Day. All ages. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Master and apprentice lace makers demonstrate various types of lace making and share their expertise on the craft's history. Try your hand at this delicate and ancient craft. 410-465-8500. Thomas Isaac Log Cabin, Ellicott City.
National Train Day. All ages. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Appearance by National Train Day spokesman Al Roker, raffles, gallery of train photography, train displays, children's activities, live music and more. www.nationaltrainday.com. Union Station, Washington, DC.
Saturday Morning at the Movies. All ages. 11 a.m. Griot Baba C involves you in fascinating tales of the old world. Then watch a congressman build an ark in "Evan Almighty." Tickets: 301-277-1710. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
Softball Team USA: Bound 4 Beijing. All ages. 4 p.m. The U.S. Olympic Women's Softball team tunes up for the 2008 Summer Olympics by playing an exhibition game against the National Pro Fastpitch league champion Washington Glory. Tickets: 301-464-4865. $$ Prince George's Stadium, Bowie.
The Wild Wildlife Family Scavenger Hunt. Ages 7 & up. 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Work together to explore the zoo, from giant pandas and great apes to naked mole rats and the sea walnut. Tickets: 877-9-GOHUNT. $$ National Zoo, Washington, DC.
Youth Dance Festival. All ages. 4 p.m. The best and brightest youth from the DC metro area perform a range of dance styles. Tickets: 202-269-1600. $$ THEARC, Washington, DC.
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11 Sunday
All-You-Can-Eat Sunday Brunch. All ages. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. An all-you-can-eat brunch of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, chip beef gravy, mixed fruit, biscuits, home fries, orange juice and coffee. Benefits the B-CC Rescue Squad. 301-758-2143. $$ Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rescue Squad.
Mother's Day Brunch. All ages. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Eat brunch while enjoying panoramic skyline views of Washington, DC. Kids can enjoy kid-friendly foods at a special kids' table. Reservations: 202-416-8555. $$ Kennedy Center/Roof Terrace Restaurant, Washington, DC.
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12 Monday
Flower Buds. Ages 3 - 5 with adult. 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Gardening activities, stories, crafts and garden walks. Registration: 301-962-1400. $$ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton.
Let Your Children Tell. Grades 3 & up. 10:15 a.m. & noon. Also 5/13. This dramatic documentary about the Holocaust follows the lives of young people from Austria, Hungary and the Netherlands. Tickets: 301-277-1710. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
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13 Tuesday
Celebrate Mother's Day with Pups & Face Painting. Ages 1 - 12. 5 - 8 p.m. Make a card for Mom, learn about service dogs and get your face painted. 703-924-1701. $$ Silver Diner, Springfield.
Flights of Fancy - Stories for Children. Ages 3 - 7. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Also 5/14, 5/15, 5/16 & 5/17. Storytellers and readers share folktales and books from around the world that make the collections come alive. 202-633-1000. National Air & Space Museum, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center, Chantilly.
Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Knight Time. Ages 0 - 4. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. Bob Brown Puppets presents a colorful and musical adventure. Tickets: 301-320-6668. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
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14 Wednesday
Civil War Discoveries: Artillery. Ages 7 - 11. 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Learn to work as a team to load and aim a replica Civil War cannon. We'll discuss various artillery pieces used during the war. Registration: 703-228-4747. $$ Fort C. F. Smith Park, Arlington.
Things That Go! Ages 2 1/2 - 6. 11 a.m. Also 5/31. Storyteller and guitarist Marlena Thompson will tell stories and sing songs about trains, buses, cars and other things that go. 703-241-8281. Aladdin's Lamp Children's Bookstore, Arlington.
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15 Thursday
Kahurangi: Maori Dance Theater of New Zealand. All ages. 10:15 & 11:30 a.m. This interactive show features traditional and contemporary songs and dances based on the history and traditions of Maori life. Tickets: 202-633-8700. $$ National Museum of Natural History, Washington, DC.
Tiny Tot Walk/Tyke Hike - Terrific Trees. Ages 2 - 3 1/2. 10:30 a.m. Ages 3 1/2 - 6, 1 p.m. Learn about the importance of trees through stories, hands-on activities and a craft. Dress for the weather. Registration: 240-314-8770. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
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16 Friday
"No School" Day. Ages 6 - 12. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Also 5/26. Enjoy activities, including drawing, painting, cartooning, sculpture, music, pottery, sewing, puppetry, outdoor games and more. Registration: 301-588-2787. $$ CREATE Arts Center, Silver Spring.
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company. All ages. 8 p.m. Also 5/15, 10:15 a.m. & noon. A colorful and energetic performance, complete with authentic costumes and props, that celebrates the new and ancient dances of Asia. Tickets: 301-277-1710. $$ Publick Playhouse, Cheverly.
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17 Saturday
Asian Dance Festival. All ages. 8 p.m. Local dance companies perform a variety of styles including traditional and contemporary dances from China, Korea, India, Tibet and Mongolia. Tickets: 202-399-7993. $$ Atlas Performing Arts Center, Washington, DC.
Butterflies + Plants: Partners in Evolution. Ages 2 & up. 10 a.m. Explore how insects and other animals co-evolved with plants, then walk among a variety of live butterflies from all over the world. Tickets: 866-868-7774. $$ National Museum of Natural History, Washington, DC.
Campfire - Creatures of the Night. All ages. 8 p.m. Learn about some nocturnal creatures. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, and enjoy a campfire treat. Registration by 5/10: 240-314-8770. $$ Croydon Creek Nature Center, Rockville.
Carmen. All ages. 7 p.m. Also 5/18, 5 p.m. The Manassas Ballet Theatre present a full-length performance of Bizet's "Carmen." Tickets: 703-257-1811. $$ Metz Junior High School, Manassas.
Contemporary Architectural Structures. Ages 8 - 12. 9:30 a.m. - noon. Use plexi-glass and mixed media to construct your own inventive architectural creations a la Frank Gehry and Antoni Gaudi. Registration: 202-338-3552. $$ Kreeger Museum, Washington, DC.
Northern Virginia Fine Arts Festival. All ages. 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Also 5/18. Enjoy a juried art exhibition, art sale, live entertainment, a children's art activity area and more. 703-471-9242. Reston Town Center.
Rockin' the Hill 2008. All ages. 9:30 a.m. Enjoy a picnic, visit farm animals, hike a creek and listen to a concert by Rocknoceros. Tickets: www.rockinthehill.com. $$ Hunter Mill Country Day School, Vienna.
Spring 18th-Century Market Fair. All ages. 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Also 5/18. Dance, purchase herbs and flowers, shop, play games and watch a children's puppet theater. 703-442-7557. $$ Claude Moore Colonial Farm at Turkey Run, McLean.
Spring Farm Tour. All ages. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Also 5/18. Discover Loudoun's farms. Tour local vineyards, orchards and pick-your-own farms. 571-258-3800. $$ Heritage Farm Museum, Sterling.
Strut Your Mutt. All ages. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Watch a dog parade, participate in dog-and-owner contests, listen to live music, see a dog fashion show and more. www.strutyourmuttbethesda.org. Downtown Bethesda.
The Family Room One Year Celebration. All ages. 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Celebrate our anniversary with story time, music, crafts, prizes, birthday cake and more. 202-640-1865. $$ The Family Room, Washington, DC.
Tickled Pink, V. All ages. 2 - 4 p.m. Watch a mother-daughter fashion show, featuring celebrity mother-daughter duos showcasing Lilly Pulitzer fashions, then enjoy an afternoon tea. Proceeds benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation. Tickets: 202-457-5019. $$ The Fairmont, Washington, DC.
Your Dog's Friend Workshop. Ages 5 - 12 with adult. 3 p.m. Colleen Pelar will teach you how to read simple dog language and how to stay safe around your dog and other dogs. Registration: 301-983-5913. Potomac Community Center.
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18 Sunday
Dan Zanes & Friends. All ages. 1 & 4 p.m. Sing and dance along to Dan Zanes & Friends' sea shanties, Broadway standards, North American and West Indian folk music and more. Tickets: 301-581-5100. $$ Music Center at Strathmore, North Bethesda.
Flambé. All ages. 4 p.m. Feel the Caribbean energy with Flambe's song and field drums playing throughout a cultural dance and drama performance. 703-670-7112. Sean T. Connaughton Community Plaza, Prince William.
Hummingbirds. Ages 4 & up with adult. 11 a.m. - noon. Learn about hummingbirds' amazing adaptations, take a bird walk and prepare a hummingbird feeder for your yard. Registration: 301-652-9188 x26. $$ Audubon Naturalist Society, Chevy Chase.
KidSpy Festival. Ages 7 & up with adult. 10 a.m., 11 a.m. & noon. Enjoy mini-missions, trade-craft demonstrations, hands-on activities and more to gain an insider's perspective into the shadow world of spying. Registration: 202-393-7798. $$ International Spy Museum, Washington, DC.
Make-A-Wish Kids' Triathlon. Ages 5 & up. 7:30 a.m. Kids ages 5 - 8 participate in a run-bik-run event, and kids ages 9 - 14 participate in a swim-bike-run event to raise money for local children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Registration: www.midatlantic.wish.org. $$ Martin Luther King, Jr. Recreational Park, Silver Spring.
Pop-Up Architecture. Ages 8 & up. 2 - 4 p.m. Learn how to make basic pop-up structures, develop your dimensional design skills and bring architecture to life by making a pop-up version of your street. Registration: 202-272-2448. $$ National Building Museum, Washington, DC.
Taste of Arlington. All ages. Noon - 7:30 p.m. Sample food and beverages from more than 45 Arlington restaurants, enjoy local entertainment, explore children's activities at the Kids' Korner and more. www.TasteofArlington.com. $$ Ballston Mall, Arlington.
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19 Monday
Bunny Business. All ages. 10:30 a.m. Bob Brown Puppets performs. 703-352-2787. Old Town Hall, Fairfax.
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20 Tuesday
Parrots & Coloring Contest. Ages 1 - 12. 5 - 8 p.m. See some of Wilson Parrot Foundation's feathered friends, and compete in a coloring contest. 703-924-1701. $$ Silver Diner, Springfield.
Wild Zappers! All ages. 10:15 & 11:30 a.m. Also 5/21. This all-male, all-deaf dance troupe performs hip-hop, disco and other dance styles. Tickets: 202-633-8700. $$ Ripley Center/Smithsonian, Washington, DC.
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21 Wednesday
Have a Musical Adventure with Groovy Mr. Nate. Ages 6 months - 9. 11 a.m. Sing along and play rhythm to classic and original children's songs by Mr. Nate. 703-241-8281. Aladdin's Lamp Children's Bookstore, Arlington.
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22 Thursday
Dirt Dwellers. Ages 3 - 5 with adult. 9:30 & 11 a.m. Also 5/24, 10 a.m. Explore how dirt dwellers help gardens grow, then make your own dirt farm to take home. Registration: 703-642-5173. $$ Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria.
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24 Saturday
Pebble Pups: Soft Rocks. Ages 6 - 12. 1 - 2 p.m. Join us to learn about the earth sciences with games, crafts and activities. Registration: 703-228-4747. $$ Long Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
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25 Sunday
Butterfly Memorial Train. All ages. 11:30 a.m. Take a train ride from Cumberland to Frostburg, and release Monarch butterflies to remember a special person who has passed on or a life-changing event. Tickets: 301-759-4400. $$ Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, Cumberland.
Summer Celebration. All ages. 1 - 5 p.m. Stroll through the gardens, put on the green and create a decorative planter inspired by Hillwood's ornamental floral containers. 202-686-5807. $$ Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens, Washington, DC.
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26 Monday
31st Annual Memorial Day Jazz Festival. All ages. 1 - 7 p.m. Enjoy American music played by jazz ensembles and orchestras performing in a variety of jazz styles. 703-883-4686. Fort Ward Park, Alexandria.
Art in the Garden III - Butterflies. Ages 8 - 12. 10 a.m. - noon. Visit a butterfly show, examine a butterfly wing under a microscope and make a painting of a butterfly. Registration: 301-962-1400. $$ Brookside Gardens, Wheaton.
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27 Tuesday
Petting Zoo, Pony Rides & Face Painting. Ages 1 - 12. 5 - 8 p.m. Ride a pony, and pet your barnyard friends. 703-924-1701. $$ Silver Diner, Springfield.
Tiny Tot Tuesdays: Teddy Bear's Picnic. Ages 0 - 4. 10:30 & 11:30 a.m. Bob Brown Puppets presents a colorful and musical adventure. Tickets: 301-320-6668. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
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28 Wednesday
Colonial Home School Day. All ages. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Learn about life on a small tobacco farm in the mid-18th century. Registration: 301-283-2113 x28. $$ Accokeek Foundation.
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29 Thursday
International Young Soloists Concert. All ages. 7:30 p.m. The concert highlights outstanding young artists with disabilities from all over the world, including a pop vocal trio, a classical pianist and an Arabian oud player. Tickets: 800-444-1324. $$ Kennedy Center, Washington, DC.
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30 Friday
Bug Huggers Campfire. All ages. 8 p.m. Join us around the fire ring for lots of old-fashioned fun, activities, stories, animal guests, games, songs and s'mores. Registration: 703-228-4747. $$ Gulf Branch Nature Center, Arlington.
Start with the Arts Family Festival. All ages. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Also 5/31, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Enjoy vibrant musical and stage performances, art workshops and a children's art exhibition, sponsored by VSA arts. 202-628-2800. Union Station, Washington, DC.
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31 Saturday
Nuts to You! Ages 6 & up with adult. 2 - 3:30 p.m. Plant peanuts in our garden, and discover how they grow. Learn how to cultivate your own, and taste these nutritional, nutty legumes. Registration: 703-642-5173. $$ Green Spring Gardens, Alexandria.
Winnie the Pooh. Ages 5 & up. 11 a.m. Join Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Rabbit, Piglet, Owl, Kanga, Roo and everyone's favorite bear, Winnie the Pooh, in this enchanting musical. Tickets: 240-567-5301. $$ Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville.
Ongoing
Apr 4 -- May 18 Disorder in the Court. Ages 3 & up. Fri., 7 p.m.; Sat., 2 & 7 p.m.; Sun., 2 p.m. An original musical comedy about a wacky day in insect court. Anything goes in Judge Waspner's courtroom! Tickets: 301-604-2844. $$ Young Artists Theatre, West Laurel.
Apr 9 -- May 11 1776. All ages. Dates & times vary. Join America's founding fathers as they argue, struggle, compromise and fight for freedom. Tickets: 301-924-3400. $$ Olney Theatre Center.
Apr 18 -- May 29 Cinderella. Grades K - 6. Wed., Thurs. & Fri., 10 & 11:30 a.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. An elegant production of the classic children's favorite, set in 17th-century France. Tickets: 301-320-6668. $$ The Puppet Co., Glen Echo.
Apr 18 -- Jun 1 Looking for Roberto Clemente. Ages 4 & up. Dates & times vary. A rock musical about baseball and heroes. Tickets: 301-280-1660. $$ Imagination Stage, Bethesda.
May 3 -- May 17 Passport DC. All ages. Times & locations vary. This celebration of international culture will showcase Washington's embassies and cultural organizations with a wide range of performances, talks and exhibits (some free of charge). www.CulturalTourismDC.org. $$ Washington, DC.
May 4 -- Jun 1 Mad Breed. Ages 10 & up. Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 4 & 8 p.m.; Sun., 5 p.m. The offbeat teenaged siblings of John Wilkes Booth decide to put on a play, until Adah Francois, an African-American freewoman, arrives and complications begin. Tickets: 301-526-9921. $$ Joe's Movement Emporium, Mt. Rainier.
May 6 -- May 16 American Rice. Ages 7 - 14. Tues. - Fri., 10:15 & 11:30 a.m. Three Asian kids yearn to find their voice and their place in a school talent show - and in their American lives. Tickets: 202-633-8700. $$ Ripley Center/Smithsonian, Washington, DC.
May 7 -- May 11 Cinderella. All ages. Times vary. A world-famous fairy tale, Septime Webre's "Cinderella" is a spectacle of opulence, beauty and athleticism with ravishing costumes and Prokofiev's ultra-lush score. Tickets: 202-397-7328. $$ Warner Theatre, Washington, DC.
May 15 -- Jun 1 Goodnight Moon. All ages. Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Lots of music and dance accompany this adaptation of goodnight wishes from a little bunny in striped pajamas. Tickets: 301-634-2270. $$ Adventure Theatre, Glen Echo.
May 26 -- Sep 1 The American Soldier - A Photographic Tribute to Soldiers & Marines. All ages. Times vary. The exhibit includes 116 gallery-quality, oversized photographic and narrative panels that present the unique battlefield experience of the American foot soldier from the eye of a camera lens. 800-222-2294. Women In Military Service For America Memorial, Arlington National Cemetery.
May 29 -- Jun 1 Springfield Days. All ages. Times & locations vary. Enjoy this community celebration, featuring a Taste of Springfield, boat regatta, children's rides and amusements, a Family Festival at the Silver Diner Celebration Station and more. www.springfielddays.com. Springfield.