Category Archives: Museums

July 23, 2018 · 10:35 am

Celebrate the Dog Days of Summer with the National Postal Museum!

The dog days of summer may be known for being some of the hottest of the season, but at Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum, they’re some of the coolest all year. This is when the museum celebrates their famed four-legged friend Owney the Dog with the annual Dog Days of Summer Family Festival. And this year’s program will take place throughout the museum on Saturday and Sunday, July 28-29, from 10am – 3pm both days.

Why celebrate Owney? He’s got quite a story!

Owney was a scruffy mutt taken in by the clerks at the Albany, NY, post office in the late 1800s. Fond of sleeping and sitting atop mail bags, Owney began to accompany the mail carriers on their routes—by foot, on wagons and carriages, and eventually on trains all across North America. Lovable Owney became a national celebrity, delighting the public with stories of his adventures and, if they were lucky, a visit by Owney himself! In 1895, Owney even made a four-month, around-the-world trip aboard a mail steamship. The United States Postal Service commemorated Owney with his own postage stamp in 2011, celebrating this most fascinating postal pup in a most postal way.

Inspired by Owney’s remarkable life, the Dog Days of Summer Family Festival will highlight his travels and explore the unique role that animals have played in the postal system. The museum is teaming up with Amtrak Police for demonstrations throughout the day, showcasing the work of the intelligent and hardworking K-9 units. They’re also proud to host local animal welfare organizations such as Homeward Trails Animal Rescue for an Adoption Fair on Saturday. Join this fun weekend of educational and hands-on activities — all free and open to all ages. Read more about what will be there below!

K-9 Demonstration with Amtrak Police
While U.S. mail is mainly moved by trucks and planes these days, there are still some courier companies using trains to transport packages and other items. USPS worked with Amtrak for many years and benefited from the diligent work of law enforcement and K-9 units as they not only protected people on board, but also cargo and mail. Sergeant Micah Jones from the Amtrak Police Department and his partner, Summer the Labrador, will demonstrate their patrol routine at 11am – 1pm both Saturday and Sunday.

Adoption Fair
Owney the Dog made the Albany, NY, post office his home, but not every pup is as lucky. From 10am – 2pm on Saturday, program partners will be outside on the museum Terrace with rescue dogs and cats in need of their forever homes. Even if you’re not looking to adopt, say hi to some furry friends, who will certainly appreciate your affection and attention!

Scavenger Hunt
Embark on a topical Scavenger Hunt throughout the entire museum, locating objects relating to dogs and other animals, planes, trains, automobiles, and more! Participants will receive a medal of completion after finishing their journey.

Tracking Paws: Map Owney’s Travels
Cities and townships often presented Owney with a small tag to remember them by. Owney’s widespread travels left him with almost 400 tokens and tags from all the different places he visited. Track Owney’s paws by examining these tags and identifying the cities and towns on a big map!

Make an Owney Puppet
Owney often followed postal clerks on their travels. Create your own Owney puppet to accompany you through the festival! Design your paper puppet however you want and adorn your dog’s collar with tags marking his travels, just like the real Owney!

Mule Mail Challenge
In Supai, Arizona, mules deliver mail to a small village located at the bottom of the Grand Canyon. See if you are up for the challenge by trying our agility course which simulates the mule mail route. Compete with your friends or family members to see which one of you can deliver mail the fastest to the bottom of the Canyon!

Story Corner
Join a special story time about Owney the Dog and other animals that also help carry mail. Story time begins every half hour in the Atrium. Readings will include Owney, the Mail-Pouch Pooch by Mona Kerby and Can I Be Your Dog? by Troy Cummings.

Owney the Dog Mo-‘woof’-vie Theater
In the temporary Mo’woof’vie Theater, watch the true story of Owney come to life with beautiful animation, a fun (and historically accurate) story, and the grandfatherly baritone of Trace Adkins! Sing along to a catchy theme song, “The Owney Song.”

Ice Pops Give Away
Beat the heat with a refreshing ice pop! Claim your frosty treat as you take a break from activities, or to wrap up your time at the museum. Ice pops are available while supplies last; limit one per person.

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Dog Days of Summer Family Festival
Where: National Postal Museum | 2 Massachusetts Ave NE, WDC
When: July 28-29, 10am – 3pm
Admission: Free

This post is sponsored by the National Postal Museum, however, I only promote programs, events, and places that I genuinely believe in and think would appeal to KFDC readers.

The Weekend Round-Up: July 20-22

Celebrate one of the area’s most beautiful blooms at Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens

If you’re looking for some midsummer magic, you’ll find it in the many fantastic events and activities going on over the next few days. Happy Weekend!

Mars Day
Where: National Air & Space Museum | National Mall, DC
When: Friday, 10am – 3pm
Admission: Free
Zoom over to Air & Space for their annual celebrating of the Red Planet! Kids can check out a real meteorite, test maneuvering skills in a hands-on activity with small robots, get news about Curiosity from a science team member, see images of current activity on Mars, and much more.

Lotus & Water Lily Festival
Where: Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens | Northeast DC
When: Saturday, 10am – 4pm
Admission: Free
Celebrate nature, culture, and community and enjoy the glorious beauty at the wild wetlands of Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens! The annual Lotus & Water Lily Festival welcomes all for free, family-friendly festivities, including traditional Latin, Asian, and African dancing performances; fun games, arts and crafts, music, and more. Of course, the spectacular beauty of blooming lotuses and water lilies is a main focus of the event, too! Get a glimpse of what to expect in these scenes from last year’s bloom.

Colonial Summer Market Fair
Where: Claude Moore Colonial Farm | McLean, VA
When: Saturday & Sunday, 11am – 4:30pm
Admission: $8/adult, $4/child
Enjoy the outdoors and 18th-century fun at Claude Moore Colonial Farm’s Summer Market Fair! Play games and watch a children’s puppet theatre. Watch period demonstrations of spinning, dyeing, and the blacksmith at work. Make your own corn husk doll or learn to dip a candle. See heritage breed animals such as Ossabow pigs and turkeys. Lunch for purchase includes spit roasted chicken, sausages and bread, roasted olives, seasonal vegetables, watermelon and fruit pies. The Colonial Tavern serves a variety of beer and ale, wine, lemonade and ginger ale. All proceeds support this privately operated and funded national park and living history museum. Read more about the colonial farm here.

Do You Dig Archaeology?
Where: Dumbarton House | Georgetown, DC
When: Saturday, 10am – 3pm
Admission: Free
Be part of a celebration of archaeology, at the annual Day of Archaeology Festival. Talk to archaeologists in person and learn about the science and art of archaeology. Kids can enjoy engaging activities, including mock‐excavations, hands‐on artifact displays, crafts, and demonstrations. The archaeology of local prehistoric and historic inhabitants will also be featured — a great way to learn about local history! Live music, face painting, and visits from some of DC’s best food trucks will also be part of the day’s festivities.

Living Earth Festival
Where: National Museum of the American Indian | National Mall
When: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday, 10:30am – 5pm
Admission: Free
This year’s Living Earth Festival brings attention to cultural sustainability and food sovereignty. Join us for a panel on tribal tourism, and how it is used to educate visitors and provide a source of economic development. Meet young Indigenous farmers from Hawaii, Minnesota and Wisconsin. Round out your experience with a wine tasting featuring the award-winning cedar Band of Paiute Indians’ Twisted Cedar Wines.

Seize the Summer Days
Where: Throughout the DMV
When: All weekend
Admission: Varies by locale
Summer is whizzing by, so enjoy the season while you can with activities that only occur this time of year. Start off the weekend with a free outdoor concert this evening, then continue the fun on Saturday and Sunday with water play at a pool or spray park. Or take it indoors at special summer program like Fun House at the Building Museum or free admission for kids to the Newseum. Wind it all up with crab feast or a movie under the stars. Get details about all of these summer diversions and even more in the 2018 Summer Guide

Tennis, Anyone?
Where: Kastles Stadium at the Smith Center | Foggy Bottom, DC
When: Friday, 7pm
Admission: Tickets start at $16
The Washington Kastles, the DC franchise of World TeamTennis, will serve up exciting action on the court at the Smith Center on Saturday as they host the New York Empire. And there are always fun activities going to outside the court for all ages to enjoy. For some background, see this post from a few years back (but note the location has changed since then).

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Show Time
Where: Venues around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by show
* Tinker Bell is lighting up the stage at Adventure Theatre — and a special Grandparent Night is on Friday!
* Follow the yellow brick road to The Wonderful Wizard of Oz at Synetic Theatre
* Enjoy a mini musical outdoors as Listen, Wilhelmina! is performed at Wolf Trap’s Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods
* The Olney Theatre presents The Pirates of Penzance & HMS Pinafore and families are encouraged to see it!
* You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown is on the Imagination Stage
* And little ones will love Paper Dreams at the theatre in Bethesda
* See a fairytale classic on strings as The Puppet Co. presents Snow White and the 7 Dwarves
* And Winter Wonderland is the featured Tiny Tots show at the puppet theater on Sunday
* Teen ages and up will enjoy Second City’s Generation Gap at the Kennedy Center
* Dave, adapted from the Oscar-nominated film and recommended for ages 13+, recently opened at Arena Stage

Art Investigators
Where: National Gallery of Art | National Mall, DC
When: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
Admission: Free
Drop in to the National Gallery of Art as the museum’s wonderful program for children ages 4-7 returns for the season. Art Investigators introduces kids to art and encourages them to make observations and use their imaginations as they discover different works. During this weekend’s sessions, they’ll explore the art of Mary Cassatt. It’s offered on Friday and Saturday at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm, and on Sunday at 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm. Same day sign-up takes place in the West Building Rotunda starting at 10am Friday/Saturday and at 11am on Sunday.

Artscape
Where: Baltimore, MD
When: Friday/Saturday, 11am – 9pm & Sunday, 11am – 7pm
Admission: Free
America’s largest free arts festival is happening all weekend long in Baltimore. More than 150 fine artists, fashion designers, and craftspeople; visual art exhibits, including outdoor sculpture, art cars, photography. There are also concerts on outdoor stages, plus dance, opera, theater, film, and Baltimore Symphony Orchestra performances. Kids can enjoy hands-on projects, demonstrations, competitions, children’s entertainers, and street theater. Concessions sold on site, too! This all takes place at Mount Royal Avenue & Cathedral Street, Charles Street, Bolton Hill, and Station North Arts & Entertainment District neighborhoods. And note that Friday is Youth Day!

Nats vs. Braves
Where: Nationals Park | Capitol Riverfront, DC
When: Friday, Saturday, & Saturday
Admission: Ticket prices vary
The Nats are hosting the Braves Friday and Saturday evenings and Sunday afternoon, and there are a couple of special promotions to enjoy along with the baseball action of the field, including80’s night on Saturday and a Kids’ Batting Helmet giveaway on Sunday, don’t forget ages 4-12 can also run the bases after Sunday’s game. And before you plan your ballpark outing, checkout these KFDC tips on how to do a Nats game without breaking the bank.

Kick it with Spirit
Where: Maureen Hendricks Field, Maryland SoccerPlex | Boyds, MD
When: Saturday, 3pm
Admission: Tickets start at $25
The United aren’t the only soccer game in town. Women’s pro soccer team, Washington Spirit, plays in Germantown, and this weekend they’re hosting the Houston Dash at home. This came with high recommendations from a KFDC reader!

Turtle Park Jazz Project
Where: Friendship “Turtle” Park | Northwest DC
When: Saturday, 6-8:45pm
Admission: Free
Join Friends of Friendship (Turtle) for a night of food, fun, and fabulous music on Saturday evening. This installment of the monthly Turtle Park Jazz Project concerts will feature the Sun Jones Quartet, plus a strolling magician and juggler for kids. Grab bites from a variety of food and ice cream trucks or bring a blanket and a picnic and enjoy a summer night with family and friends at the park!

Game Time
Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum | Penn Quarter, DC
When: Sunday, 11:30am – 7pm
Admission: Free
The Smithsonian American Art Museum’s fourth annual SAAM Arcade links video games to art, architecture, and the museum as a space for creativity, discovery, and engagement. Experience new independent games and gain an exciting glimpse into the innovative future of gaming. This free event will take place in various spaces in the museum’s main building.

Sweat & Shop
Where: Canal Park | Capitol Riverfront, DC
When: Sunday, 9am
Admission: Free
Join Fit4Mom for a Sweat & Shop Sunday! They’re partnering with FRESHFARM farmer’s market for a FREE Pop-Up Stroller Strides class. Bring the whole family for a workout and then shop the market goodies after class! The first 15 people who join us for class will receive a $2 gift token to spend at the Capitol Riverfront FRESHFARM Market. The market is held in Canal Park, right next to the class, and features fresh produce, smoothies, and ready-to-eat foods from local vendors! Register for the class here.

Go with the Flow
Where: Waterways around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by boathouse
Enjoy the weekend on the water, where you can paddle and explore. A bunch of places around the area rent kayaks, canoes, stand up paddleboards, rowboats, and pontoons. Fletcher’s Boathouse is a popular place to go, and you can also paddle from nearby Thompson Boathouse and Ballpark Boathouse next to Yards Park. Bladensburg Waterfront Park also has vessels for rent along with free pontoon boat tours on weekends from 5-5:45. If you’re up for a bigger excursion, you can rent your own pontoon at Solomons Island. And you can see where else you can explore by water in this round-up of great places to row.

Take Your Pick
Where: Farms around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by locale
Blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, peaches, and veggies are available for picking at local farms. Just about all of the spots listed in this post about PYO places have something ready for harvest now and welcome guests to come pick ’em themselves. However, it’s always a good idea to check websites or call ahead to confirm availability the day you plan to go. Sunscreen and hat also recommended. KFDC Tip: We were just at Homestead Farms, and the blackberry pickings are excellent right now!

***MORE GOOD STUFF TO KNOW***
* KidFriendly DC is excited to partner with Thrively to feature the best of the season’s activities in a new visually appealing way — read more about it here!
* If you’re going to The Wharf, you can park at East Potomac Park (aka Hains Point) then catch a free jitney ride to the new waterfront area — for free!
* Enjoy pizza and scenic river views with the fam at the new All Purpose Pizzeria location next to Nationals Park.
* The Moth live storytelling events make for a great grown-up night out. (The Moth Podcast is a fave, too!)

The Weekend Round-Up: July 13-15

There’s all kinds of All Star fun happening in DC this weekend!

This weekend is a sports fan’s dream with events to celebrate the upcoming All Star game, DC United’s inaugural match at Audi Field, and the World Cup final on Sunday. And for those who aren’t so big on baseball and soccer, there’s so much going on that is sure to delight: art, ice cream, summer fun, live entertainment, sunflowers, trains, and more…always more. Happy Weekend!

Play Ball!
Where: First and M Streets SE | Capitol Riverfront, DC
When: Friday – Sunday
Admission: Free
With the MLB All Star game happening in DC next week, there is a lot going on to celebrate, especially in the Nationals Park neighborhood. The Yards will host the 2018 PLAY BALL PARK, a 56,000 square foot interactive area where MLB® and its programming partners will provide fun, engaging, and educational activities for youth baseball and softball players and their families — all in the backdrop of the midsummer classic. There will be “Free Play” hours throughout the schedule, but the majority of programming will come from various partners. And through Wednesday, July 18, The Yards Park and Canal Park will play home to more than a dozen larger-than-life baseball inflatables — think photo-ops for fans of every team. Stop by before a game or take a walk after dinner on the waterfront.

All Star Fan Fest
Where: Washington Convention Center | Mt. Vernon Square, DC
When: Through July 17
Admission: $35/adult, $30/child, $19/senior
The largest interactive baseball theme park in the world will be in DC to celebrate the All Star game. For five days, baseball and softball fans have the opportunity to meet MLB Legends, enjoy lots of ball-themed activities, get free autographs, receive daily giveaways, and much more. Note: There are more Fan Fest events at other locations, including a celeb softball game at Nationals Park on Saturday. Most cost more, but include Fan Fest admission at the Convention Center.

Art Investigators
Where: National Gallery of Art | National Mall, DC
When: Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
Admission: Free
Drop in to the National Gallery of Art as the museum’s wonderful program for children ages 4-7 returns for the season. Art Investigators introduces kids to art and encourages them to make observations and use their imaginations as they discover different works. During this weekend’s sessions, they’ll explore the art of Vincent Vangogh. Read a KFDC review of the program from the early KFDC years (it’s old, but still relevant, as the program is very much the same, just a different name). It’s offered on Friday and Saturday at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm, and on Sunday at 11:30am, 12:30pm, and 1:30pm. Same day sign-up takes place in the West Building Rotunda starting at 10am Friday/Saturday and at 11am on Sunday.

Summer in the City
Where: Throughout the DMV
When: All weekend long
Admission: Varies by activity
Free concerts, outdoor swimming, special exhibits, beach time, water parks, movies under the stars, sprayground fun. Activities exclusive to the season can all be enjoyed this weekend. The Summer 2018 Guide has the whole scoop on all of them.

The DC Scoop
Where: Union Market | Northeast DC
When: Friday, 5-9pm
Admission: Free
DC’s sweetest event is back at Union Market — but in the evening this time! This celebration of ice cream is a treat for all. Head outside on Neal Street to enjoy a free scoop, load it up with toppings by Windows Catering, listen to a live set by DJ Bast + Native Nebula, from the AOK Family and MORE! Savor ice cream by Trickling Springs Creamery, Dolcezza Gelato, Ice Cream Jubilee, and Love n’ Faith. You can also enjoy ice cream specials inside the Market, including Peregrine, Toli Moli, Bun’d Up and more!

Meet a Penguin
Where: West Shore Park | Baltimore, MD
When: Friday, 5-8pm
Admission: Free
Waddle your way to Charm City for a Waterfront Partnership of Baltimore’s Summer Social. The series provides free entertainment on the Waterfront and are the perfect family-friendly way to start the weekend with live music, food, beverages provided by Dooby’s and children’s activities. Kid can play in the Walter Sondheim Interactive Fountain, enjoy crafts, and, last but not least, take photos, selfies and get up-close interaction with an African penguin from the Maryland Zoo!

All Star Summer Riverfest
Where: The Yards Park
When: Saturday & Sunday, 1-5pm
Admission: Free
Make your summer memorable! The Yards and The Capitol Riverfront BID will be hosting an unforgettable family-friendly All-Star Summer Riverfront Festival. The Yards Park will be transformed into a sandlot with games, activities, and entertainment. There will be something for everyone!

French Festival 
Where: Hillwood Estate & Gardens | Upper Northwest, DC 
When: Saturday, 9:30am – 7pm
 Admission: $18/adult ($12/members), $5/ages 6-18, free/5 & under 
Calling all Francophiles! Celebrate Bastille Day in grand French splendor! With exquisite French 18th-century interiors, collections, and gardens as a backdrop, Hillwood Estate, Museum & Gardens is a perfect place for a fête. Throughout the day, games, lively theatrics, dance, pantomime, French fare, and music bring the life of the French court to the lush gardens at Hillwood.

The Nextival
Where: Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds | Crownsville, MD
When: Friday – Sunday
Admission: Tickets start at $10, free/12 & under
The Nextival musical festival is a weekend of entertainment and fun for the whole fam, featuring 40 food trucks and vendors, 27 bands and performers, 10 inflatables for bouncy fun, and multiple stages. There will also be two helicopters offering rides to downtown Annapolis and back, plus 400 pounds of Legos and Duplos, arts and crafts for the kids, and fun outdoor games like Cornhole. Check out the website for the lineup of live music.

Baseball Family Day
Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum | Penn Quarter, DC
When: Saturday, 11:30am – 3pm
Admission: Free
Enjoy the crack of a bat or just Cracker Jack? Then join us for our family day celebrating all things baseball! Create your own baseball card, make a pennant for your favorite team, and dance around the courtyard to the music of baseball. Popcorn and baseball park-themed snacks available for purchase
from the Courtyard Café.

Baseball Americana Family Day
Where: Library of Congress | Capitol Hill, DC
When: Saturday, 10am – 2pm
Admission: Free
The daylong series of free baseball-themed events and activities for visitors of all ages. The day will include a vintage baseball clinic based on the rules of the game from the 19th century; “Black Diamond,” a play for children from Smithsonian’s Discovery Theater about some of the game’s first black players; a demonstration on the craft of bat making; and a presentation about the original “Laws of Base Ball” by Major League Baseball’s official historian. All events will take place at the Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building.

DC United in the (New) House!
Where: Audi Field | Southwest DC
When: Saturday, 4pm
Admission: Tickets start at $75
Welcome DC United to their new home as they play their first match at Audi Field this Saturday against the Vancouver Whitecaps. Celebrate the opening at the brand new fan plaza starting at 4pm. Festivities will include a concert by White Ford Bronco, a beer garden, games, photo ops, food trucks, free DC United swag, and more.

A Sea of Sunflowers
Where: McKee Beshers Wildlife Management Area | Poolesville, MD
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Free
Get your cameras ready for one eye-popping bloom! The sunflowers at McKee Beshers are reaching their peak, and visitors are welcome to take in the brilliant scene. Nine fields showcase 30 acres of flowers — and they should be blooming for at least couple of weeks. Read more about it and see pics from last year’s bloom here. KFDC Tip: If you plan to go, pair it with a PYO blackberries outing at Homestead Farms, which is just minutes away.

Show Time
Where: Venues around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by show
* Tinker Bell is lighting up the stage at Adventure Theatre
* It’s opening weekend for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz at Synetic Theatre
* Reserve free tickets for PREPOSTEROUS! A Happenstance Clown Circus, this week’s Saturday Morning at the National show
* FLY Dance Company is performing on the outdoor stage at Wolf Trap’s Children’s Theatre-in-the-Woods on Saturday
* You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown is on the Imagination Stage
* And little ones will love Paper Dreams at the theatre in Bethesda
* See a fairytale classic on strings as The Puppet Co. presents Snow White and the 7 Dwarves
* And Old MacDonald’s Farm is the featured Tiny Tots show at the puppet theater on Sunday
* Teen ages and up will enjoy Second City’s Generation Gap at the Kennedy Center

Fun House
Where: National Building Museum | Judiciary Square, DC
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: $16/adult, $13/age 3-17, free/members
Jump in, literally, to fun at the Building Museum’s annual Summer Block Party. This year’s exhibition, Fun House, was created by Snarkitecture, the same group that brought us The Beach a few years ago. It’s full of clever details and neat features that welcome all ages to engage and enjoy. It even comes with a big backyard pool, and visitors are welcome to take a dip!

On the Fringe
Where: Theatres around DC
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by performances
The Capital Fringe Festival is still running, and while most of the entertainment lineup this weekend is recommended for tween ages and up, there are a few all-ages events, too. More details and ticket sales are on the Capital Fringe Festival website. And, parents, consider catching a performance for a KidFree night out!

Model Trains and Thomas
Where: Historic Vienna Train Station | Vienna, VA
When: Saturday, 1-5pm
Admission: Free (donations accepted)
While you’re at Viva Vienna, stop by the Historic Vienna Train Station where you can see and hear HO scale model trolleys and trains, including Thomas and some of his friends on display and in operation. It’s a great family fun and activity for the young and young at heart. The Station is at 231 Dominion Road NE, Vienna, VA along the W&OD trail just past the Caboose.

Peace Day Celebration
Where: King Farm
When: Saturday, 1-4pm
Admission: Free
The governor of Maryland is proclaiming the July birthday of he late teen poet, NY Times bestselling author, and peace activist – Mattie J.T. Stepanek – to be “Peace Day!” You can celebrate on Saturday with activities and crafts, music and dancing, a moon bounce and face painting, and more. Mix107.3’s Jimmy Alexander will return this year as the event emcee, as will numerous performers. A highlight of the event this year includes “peace conversations” with local leaders (including police, fire fighters, elected officials, educators, and more) – many of whom will also be taking a turn as a “guest bartender” and pouring signature drinks while engaging neighbors in conversation about Mattie’s life and message, and about growing peace in our communities. The proclamations and peace day birthday cake cutting begins at 2 pm.

World Cup Watch
Where: Around the DMV
When: Sunday, 11am
Admission:
If you want to watch the final World Cup match with fellow fútbol fanatics, a bunch of places around the area will be showcasing the France vs. Croatia battle for the championship. Along with these recommendations, you can find suggestions here and here, and they include several places where kids will be more than welcome, too.

DC, Inside & Out
Where: Around the DMV
When: Throughout the weekend
Admission: Varies by activity
If the rising mercury this weekend has you looking for extra indoor outings, The Great Indoors post has 100 ideas for things to do. And if you can’t get enough of the outdoors no matter what the temps, check out this robust round-up of the best outdoor adventures in the DC area.

***MORE GOOD STUFF TO KNOW***
* KidFriendly DC is on Instagram if you want to get extra updates and a bit of a behind-the-scenes glimpse.
* There are many ways parents and kids can volunteer together for Moms Demand Action to help prevent gun violence.
* The Washington School of Ballet (TWSB) is holding auditions for their school year program (September to May) on Saturday, July 14.
* Mi Vida at The Wharf is a fun and tasty place to dine and drink by the water.
* The Caddyshack vibes of Red Oaks make it a great TV binge.