EVENT: 3rd Annual Ibero-American Guitar Festival at the National Musuem of the American Indian

Information from their newsletter:

"JUNE 19 – 21 Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

The National Museum of the American Indian hosts the
3rd Ibero-American Guitar Festival

The Ibero-American Guitar Festival of Washington, D.C., brings together the best performers on guitar and guitar-related instruments from the Americas, Spain, and Portugal.

Daytime events are free and open to the public, though seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-seated basis. Evening concerts require tickets. For complete schedule and information on purchasing tickets, visit www.dciberoamericanguitarfestival.org, or call 202-633-1000. Some tickets may be available at the door during the festival."

Wanted: Your Family for DC's Kids Resturaunt Week

Delicious Eats. Your Family. Special Prices. What's not to love?

Join us this week in celebrating the brilliant idea that is Kid's Restaurant Week, June 13 - June 21. Some of DC's best like Art'N'Soul, Mie'N'You, Wasabi and Zola are offering early dinner seatings from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, special prix fixe menus for adults ($29) and children under 11 will pay just $1 per year of their age and even better, a portion of the proceeds benefit local children's charities like Miriam's Kitchen.


For more information and to reserve your space, visit http://www.kidsrestaurantweek.com/dc.asp

Backstage at the UniverSoul Circus: A Circus with a Hip-Hop Heart and a Soul Beat

I have to admit I hadn't been to the circus in at least 20 years. I was a small girl running around fascinated and slightly afraid of the elephants and wondering if the tigers in the cage were afraid. But when I heard about the UniverSoul Circus that is currently playing (until May 31st) at Capital Plaza Mall in Landover Hills, Maryland, I was curious.

As a mom of kids that love animals, I thought this would be a perfect event for my kids and it was, but it was even more fun for me. We went on a rainy night last weekend. We met some fantastic, amazing folks from all over the world, China, Trindad, Tobago, the Dominican Republic and Ghana.

We were amazed by little white tigers, a troupe of acrobats that twirled, swirled and balanced. It was fantastic, but the part that got me most was the vibe. The air was electric with energy and the scent of funnel cake and popcorn. The show moved quickly with the easy transitions, eye catching displays, elephant riding and the "Madea"-inspired Mistress of Ceremonies. My 3 year old had never seen anything like it and has been talking it about it ever since, particularly the Bird Man (a dancer in Carnival dress with amazing white wings) and the "Wimbo Wadies" (the Limbo Ladies) that danced below the flames in sparkling Carnival garb.

Good times were had by all. Thanks to the UniverSoul Team and Kristin Parker.

Details: We went to a show that started around 7:30pm. Think and plan ahead, as no strollers are allowed under the big top and the show lasts around 3 hours. There are most often 2 shows per day and is running in DC from May 14, 2009 - May 31, 2009.

Tickets and more information available at www.UniverSoulCircus.com

Pictures coming soon....

EVENT: 13th Annual Multicultural Book Festival at the Kennedy Center 11/1/08

The Kennedy Center invites all children, parents, and educators to the 13th Annual Multicultural
Children's Book Festival.

Held this year on two floors, to accommodate the growing attendance for this annual event! In the
Grand Foyer and on the KC Roof Level.

Celebrate Family Literacy Day and bring the entire family to meet your favorite authors, listen to celebrity book readings, and enjoy performances, participatory workshops, illustration demonstrations, and more.
Presented by the Kennedy Center Education Department.

FREE EVENT. NO TICKETS REQUIRED.

EVENT: Family-Friendly Environmental Festival, "Outdoors at Mammoth"

This looks to be a super-cool event for those that want to trek to Mammoth Lakes, CA for a last-minute summer vacation before school gets rolling. It is geared to families with children aged 5-16, but all are welcome.

For more information, visit www.outdoorsinmammoth.com