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April 4 – Jubilee Voices at Historic Douglass 25¢ Launch

By Washington Revels on February 25, 2017 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Join Jubilee Voices in celebrating the release of Frederick Douglass National Historic Site’s quarter! In 2017, the second quarter release from the United States Mint commemorates Frederick Douglass National Historic Site in Washington, DC. This strike is the 37th of 56 planned as part of the United

April 4 – Revels World Story Time

By Washington Revels on February 24, 2017 / Past Events, Story Time-Past Events

Join Washington Revels in celebrating the world through children’s stories! We will read selections from a wide array of countries including Ireland, Sweden, and India! Revels World Story Time is geared toward the 3-7 year old age, but all are welcome! (See other opportunities to read more

April 8 – Maritime Voices at Navy Memorial Blessing of the Fleets

By Washington Revels on February 23, 2017 / Maritime Voices - Past Events, Past Events

An annual tradition with maritime music, water from the seven seas, and navy bean soup! The U.S. Navy Memorial hosts its annual “Blessing of the Fleets” each spring at the beautiful and majestic Memorial Plaza. Passed down through generations of sailors, fishermen, merchant mariners and navies around

April 13 – Carpe Diem! 2nd Thursday Contra Dance

By Washington Revels on February 21, 2017 / Contra Dance-Past, Events, Past Events

Seize the day, and dance the night away once a month! Enjoy the fun as well as the mental and physical health benefits of dancing with others! Are you yearning for more community engagement? More joy? More cultural activities? More exercise? We’ve got it all covered in

Jan. 21 – Monthly Community Sing

By Washington Revels on January 21, 2017 / Community Sing - Past Events, Events

Washington Revels – Carpe Diem Monthly Community Sing January Theme: Peace, Justice, and Freedom, plus National Soup Month Sing with us to build peace in honor of Martin Luther King Day, and join us in songs in celebration of National Soup Month, with a little taste of soup

Jan. 29 – Pub Sing at McGinty’s

By Washington Revels on January 17, 2017 / Past Events, Pub Sing - Past Events

Gathering at an Irish Pub for a bit of singing gives us the perfect excuse to dabble in celebratory song — and in our usual Revels style, we’ll sing glass-raising songs from many cultures! Dust off your vocal chords and get ready to join in on rollicking tunes from England, Ireland, Scotland, Quebec, Denmark, and other cultures from around our globe.

Feb. 4 – Maritime Voices at FSGW Mini-Fest

By Washington Revels on January 16, 2017 / Maritime Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Washington Revels’ Maritime Voices presents “Songs of Sea and Shore” at this year’s FSGW’s Midwinter Festival Join Maritime Voices for their latest program of sea shanties, songs of women and seafaring families, and other songs of sea and shore that will keep you singing, laughing, and learning the

Feb. 7 – Revels World Story Time

By Washington Revels on January 15, 2017 / Past Events, Story Time-Past Events

Join Washington Revels in celebrating the world through children’s stories! We will read selections from a wide array of countries including Ukraine, Ghana, Mexico, Sri Lanka, and more! Revels World Story Time is geared toward the 3-7 year old age, but all are welcome! (See other opportunities

Feb. 9 – Monthly Silver Spring Contra Dance

By Washington Revels on January 15, 2017 / Contra Dance-Past, Past Events

You’ve been able to exercise your vocal cords with us every month, and now we are getting your feet moving once a month too! This first dance of the year is a great way to ensure you keep those New Year’s resolutions up — did you pledge

Feb. 18 – Jubilee Voices at Douglass Birthday Celebration

By Washington Revels on January 14, 2017 / Jubilee Voices - Past Events, Past Events

Jubilee Voices will perform during the Opening Ceremonies on February 18, 10:15 am at the Anacostia Playhouse. This program includes a keynote address by historian Dr. Leigh Fought (author of the forthcoming Frederick Douglass’s Women), music performed by Jubilee Voices and speech recitals by the talented young winners of the 2016 Oratorical Contest.