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National Book Festival - http://www.loc.gov/bookfest/
The Library of Congress sponsors this annual outdoor festival, with programs that feature writers and storytellers. Includes information on programs and participants, videos and podcasts. |
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Smithsonian Folklife Festival - http://www.folklife.si.edu/festival/2004/index.html
This festival, held every summer on the National Mall, celebrates several US and foreign cultures each year with music, crafts, food and demonstrations of practical skills. Includes site map, information about the annual festival themes and an archive of previous festivals. |
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Smithsonian Kite Festival - http://www.kitefestival.org/
Offers amateurs and professionals the opportunity to fly kites and participate in competitions on the National Mall. Includes history, awards, special events, rules and prior winners. |
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Smithsonian Craft Show - http://www.smithsoniancraftshow.org/
Annual juried exhibition and sale of contemporary American crafts. |
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National Independence Day Parade - http://www.july4thparade.com/
Annual event consisting of invited bands, military units, floats and guests. Includes photos, volunteer opportunities, starting place and time and application forms. |
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Guppy Gala - http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ActivitiesAndEvents/Celebrations/Guppy/
Offers activities, games, entertainment, food and animal encounters for children at the National Zoo. Includes online ticket ordering. |
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National ZooFari - http://nationalzoo.si.edu/ActivitiesAndEvents/Celebrations/ZooFari/
Fundraising gala for the National Zoo. Features gourmet foods, wine, entertainment and dancing. Includes participating restaurants, musical acts and online ticket ordering. |
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Washington, DC, St. Patrick's Day Parade - http://www.dcstpatsparade.com/
Annual parade. Includes events, membership information and news. |
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Washington Home & Garden Show - http://www.washingtonhomeandgardenshow.com/
Exhibition offers displays and shopping. Includes dates, prices, exhibitor list, schedule and directions. |
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Safeway's National Capital Barbecue Battle - http://www.barbecuebattle.com/
Presents BBQ competitions, cooking demonstrations, free food samples, interactive cooking displays, music and children's activities. Includes history, contests, performers, mailing list and ticket information. |