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18 things to see and do for the rest of January

Teta Alim | talim@wtop.com

January 14, 2019, 12:06 AM

WASHINGTON — New year, new things to do. Whether you’ve set a goal to get out of the house more, or just want to see what’s happening around D.C., here’s how you can map out the rest of January.

Curling is on the list at Winterfest. (WTOP/Mike Murillo)
Monday, Jan. 14 You cheered for curling during the 2018 Winter Olympics (or, at least stopped to go, “What the heck is that?”) Now, you can try your hand at the sport at The Wharf, or sip on some winter cocktails as you watch. The event is free, but you must be over 8 years old to play. Learn more about the event here. (WTOP/Mike Murillo)
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Thursday, Jan. 17 Venture a couple of blocks away from the National Mall and you’ll reach ARTECHOUSE, where art and tech (duh) come together to create immersive, interactive displays. The gallery’s latest exhibit, “Everything in Existence,” comes from Italian studio fuse* and runs until March 10. From ARTECHOUSE’s website: “Using this generative technique, fuse* creates ‘living’ art that constantly renews itself and changes before one’s eyes, rewarding prolonged viewing and repeat visits from the spectator.” Get prepared to flood some Instagram feeds. Ticket prices differ depending on whether you buy online or at the door. General admission for adults is $15 online, but $20 at the door. See ticket prices and availability here. (WTOP/Mike Murillo)
NEW YORK - OCTOBER 03: The Sugarhill Gang perform onstage at the close of the VH1 Hip Hop Honors at the Hammerstein Ballroom October 3, 2004 in New York City. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)
Friday, Jan. 18 As soon as you hear that beat, you’re ready with all the words to The Sugarhill Gang’s “Rapper’s Delight.” Bring that energy to The Hip-Hop Museum’s launch party, where the historic song is honored for its 40th anniversary. The event promises a lineup that includes, of course, The Sugarhill Gang, and it launches a monthlong exhibit on what is now the country’s most popular music genre. General admission tickets are $75 on Eventbrite. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)
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National Museum of Women in the Arts (WTOP/Teta Alim)
Saturday, Jan. 19 Take advantage of the free admission available all weekend at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, from Jan. 19 to Jan. 21, for the Women’s March. This gem of a museum, just a short walk from the White House, is home to a variety of great works of art from great women artists: admire a piece from Mickalene Thomas, or browse the Rodarte exhibition on display until Feb. 10. (WTOP/Teta Alim)
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Hanging clothes and dresses
Sunday, Jan. 20 Get started on your spring cleaning early and take those items that don’t bring you joy to the “Punk Flea Market” at DC9, near U Street. Who knows, maybe someone else will find joy in them. The event is free and starts at 3 p.m. (Thinkstock)
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The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. (WTOP/Neal Augenstein)
Monday, Jan. 21 It’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day. See a collection of events happening in honor of the civil rights leader around D.C. at mlkholidaydc.org. The annual peace walk and parade in D.C. kicks off Monday morning. (WTOP/Neal Augenstein)
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The audience watches the premiere of Mel Gibson's new film GET THE GRINGO at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, Texas, Wednesday, April 18, 2012. The event is part of a 10-city national promotion for the movie, which premieres on DIRECTV on May first. GET THE GRINGO is produced by Icon Productions and distributed by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.(Jack Plunkett /AP Images for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment)
Tuesday, Jan. 22 So, you want to get out of the house, but aren’t trying to run around too much? Besides whatever new Hollywood flick is currently showing, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema in Northern Virginia also screens movies that are many times removed from their original theatrical run. At the Woodbridge location, see Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy trade quips on the big screen (the 2005 Keira Knightley version of “Pride and Prejudice,” obvs). And at the One Loudoun location, see Alice Walker’s “The Color Purple” come to life in Steven Spielberg’s 1985 adaptation. (Jack Plunkett /AP Images for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment)
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Hendrik Wirdjo, left, and Johan Kromoredjo, right, lead the "The Young White Horses" Gamelan orchestra during the Indonesian "Wild Horse Dance" competition on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2002, in Paramaribo, Suriname. Dancing to the rhythm of a Gamelan orchestra, the dancers enter into a trance that causes them to act like tigers and monkeys and allows them to dance on fire. An Indonesian immigrant's association organizes the yearly competition to preserve the culture of the Surinamese of Indonesian descent, also knows as Javanese. On Monday, Aug. 5, the association will commemorate the 112th anniversary of the landing of the first boat of Indonesian immigrants in Suriname.(AP Photo/Edward Troon)
Wednesday, Jan. 23 Polyrhythms are so unfamiliar to you, but you’re trying to broaden your musical tastes. Get a taste of that with gamelan music, from the islands of Java and Bali in Indonesia. The show starts 7:30 p.m. at Washington National Cathedral. Standard seating tickets start at $45. (AP Photo/Edward Troon)
AP Photo/Edward Troon
WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 08: A view of the red carpet outside of The Phillips Collection's 2015 Gala: Postcards From Japan at The Phillips Collection on May 8, 2015 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Phillips Collection)
Thursday, Jan. 24 So, you want to go beyond standing in front of a painting and quietly — but a bit quizzically — nodding your head? Check out this talk with the founders of D.C.-based arts nonprofit STABLE at The Phillips Collection. The event is free, but registration is required. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Phillips Collection)
Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Phillips Collection
Dense fog blankets the Potomac River near the Kennedy Center on Friday, Jan. 12. 2018. (WTOP/Dave Dildine)
Friday, Jan. 25 You might need to make multiple trips to the Kennedy Center for Friday and Saturday. Firstly, singer and actress Brandy takes the stage with the National Symphony Orchestra as she croons classics from Etta James, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin and more. Find tickets here. Then … (WTOP/Dave Dildine)
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BALTIMORE, MD - MAY 19: Less Talk More Walk CEO Kokayi Walker attends The Stronach Group Chalet at 143rd Preakness Stakes on May 19, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Stronach Group)
Saturday, Jan. 26 D.C. rapper, producer, Grammy-nominated, multihypenate Kokayi plays at the Kennedy Center, with shows at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tickets range from $20 to $25 depending on seating. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Stronach Group)
Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Stronach Group
Assortment of Fine Chocolate Candies
Sunday, Jan. 27 Annual McLean Chocolate Festival. Need I say more? Adult admission is $2. Head on to the McLean Community Center and indulge yourself from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.  (Thinkstock)
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Cross-country skiing. Young man doing outdoor exercise. Winter sport and healthy lifestyle. Backside view
Monday, Jan. 28 The Backcountry Film Festival arrives in D.C. to celebrate those distinctly winter adventures — if you’re missing that powdery, crunch snow, looks like the film lineup is here to sate those needs — and raise money for nonprofit Winter Wildlands Alliance. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at Penn Social in D.C.’s Penn Quarter. Tickets are $15 on Eventbrite. (Thinkstock)
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turntable with LP vinyl record against burning fire background, closeup view with headshell
Tuesday, Jan. 29 Vinyl. Classics. Happy hour. Be still my heart. Head to Songbyrd in D.C.’s Adams Morgan neighborhood for “Rhino Records ‘Start Your Ear Off Right.'” The event is free to join. (Thinkstock)
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Thursday, Jan. 31 At the Hirshhorn, from 6:30 p.m. to midnight, dive deep into philosophy and other complex ideas at the “Night of Ideas,” which has taken place in Paris, New York City and L.A. From the event’s website: “The Night of Ideas will explore the theme “Facing Our Time” through a diverse range of topics, including civil rights, digital privacy, art and advocacy, economics, feminist philosophy, art history and more. Participants will enjoy thought-provoking insights through short talks punctuated by dynamic music, dance, and spoken word performances.” Writer Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie is slated to give the keynote speech. (Thinkstock)
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Curling is on the list at Winterfest. (WTOP/Mike Murillo)
NEW YORK - OCTOBER 03: The Sugarhill Gang perform onstage at the close of the VH1 Hip Hop Honors at the Hammerstein Ballroom October 3, 2004 in New York City. (Photo by Frank Micelotta/Getty Images)
National Museum of Women in the Arts (WTOP/Teta Alim)
Hanging clothes and dresses
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial. (WTOP/Neal Augenstein)
The audience watches the premiere of Mel Gibson's new film GET THE GRINGO at the Alamo Drafthouse in Austin, Texas, Wednesday, April 18, 2012. The event is part of a 10-city national promotion for the movie, which premieres on DIRECTV on May first. GET THE GRINGO is produced by Icon Productions and distributed by Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.(Jack Plunkett /AP Images for Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment)
Hendrik Wirdjo, left, and Johan Kromoredjo, right, lead the "The Young White Horses" Gamelan orchestra during the Indonesian "Wild Horse Dance" competition on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2002, in Paramaribo, Suriname. Dancing to the rhythm of a Gamelan orchestra, the dancers enter into a trance that causes them to act like tigers and monkeys and allows them to dance on fire. An Indonesian immigrant's association organizes the yearly competition to preserve the culture of the Surinamese of Indonesian descent, also knows as Javanese. On Monday, Aug. 5, the association will commemorate the 112th anniversary of the landing of the first boat of Indonesian immigrants in Suriname.(AP Photo/Edward Troon)
WASHINGTON, DC - MAY 08: A view of the red carpet outside of The Phillips Collection's 2015 Gala: Postcards From Japan at The Phillips Collection on May 8, 2015 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Phillips Collection)
Dense fog blankets the Potomac River near the Kennedy Center on Friday, Jan. 12. 2018. (WTOP/Dave Dildine)
BALTIMORE, MD - MAY 19: Less Talk More Walk CEO Kokayi Walker attends The Stronach Group Chalet at 143rd Preakness Stakes on May 19, 2018 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for The Stronach Group)
Assortment of Fine Chocolate Candies
Cross-country skiing. Young man doing outdoor exercise. Winter sport and healthy lifestyle. Backside view
turntable with LP vinyl record against burning fire background, closeup view with headshell

Teta Alim

Teta Alim is a Digital Editor at WTOP. Teta's interest in journalism started in music and moved to digital media.

talim@wtop.com

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