Upcoming Ballet Events at Kennedy Center:

•The Bolshoi Returns
Jun 15, 2009 at 7:00 PM
In an intimate discussion with Yuri Burlaka, Bolshoi Ballet's new Artistic Director, hear first-hand about the legacy that has made the Bolshoi great and the vision that will take the company into the future.

•Open Rehearsal: Bolshoi Ballet
Jun 16, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at Bolshoi Ballet as the dancers prepare onstage for performances of Le Corsaire.

•Bolshoi Ballet
Jun 16 - 21, 2009
Moscow's great company performs the exclusive North American performances of its re-staging of Petipa's full-length Le Corsaire, called "grand" and "luscious" by London's The Independent.

•Open Rehearsal: The Royal Ballet
Jun 23, 2009 at 1:30 PM
Join dance scholars for an insider's look at The Royal Ballet as the dancers prepare onstage for performances of Manon and a mixed repertory program.

•The Royal Ballet
Jun 23 - 28, 2009
London's acclaimed company presents MacMillan's Manon and a mixed repertory program with works by Ashton, Wheeldon, and McGregor.

For more details, visit their website www.kennedy-center.org.
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Go Fly a Kite Festival

Large show kites and sport kites will hover at Occoquan Regional Park on June 13, 2009 from 10am to 3pm. Sky jewel kites will have kites available for sale. There will also be high flyer and best kite contests. Have fun and enjoy!
For more details, visit www.nvrpa.org

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National Marine Corps Museum

The National Marine Corps Museum, opened to the public on November 13, 2006, as a tribute to U.S. Marines, a state-of-the-art museum that uses interactive technology, multi-media exhibits and thousands of artifacts to bring to life the values, mission, and culture of the Marine Corps. The National Marine Corps Museum is designed to help visitors see, feel and appreciate what it means to be in the Marine Corps. It is located on a 135-acre site next to the U.S. Marine Corps Base at Quantico, Virginia, a short drive south of Washington, DC.

The focal point of the National Marine Corps Museum building is a soaring, 210-foot tilted mast atop a 160-foot glass atrium. This design was inspired by the famous Iwo Jima flag raising of World War II, the image that also inspired the Iwo Jima Memorial in Arlington, Virginia.

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Memorial Day 2009 in DC

Memorial Day is the time to commemorate the people who died serving for our country. This is the time to honor our veterans and famous Americans by visiting the monuments in Washington, DC and joining different activities.

Here is the 2009 Memorial Day event schedule:

National Memorial Day Parade
Monday, May 25, 2009, beginning at 2 p.m.
The parade of Marching Bands and Veterans units from all 50 states steps off at the corner of Constitution Avenue and 7th Streets, NW and proceeds along Constitution Avenue, past the White House, ending at 17th Street. The National Memorial Day Parade is sponsored by the World War II Veterans Committee and includes patriotic floats and helium-filled balloons.

Rolling Thunder Motorcycle Rally
Sunday, May 24, 2009. Departure from the Pentagon at 12 p.m. Speaker Program and Musical Tribute 1:30 p.m. at the Reflecting Pool across from The Lincoln Memorial. Thousands of motorcycles ride through Washington in an annual demonstration seeking to improve veteran benefits and resolve POW/MIA issues.

Arlington National Cemetery
Monday, May 25, 2009, 11 a.m.
A wreath-laying ceremony and concert will be held at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in honor of Memorial Day.

Navy Memorial
Saturday, May 23, 2009.
11 a.m. Rolling Thunder visits the Navy Memorial and holds a wreath-laying ceremony featuring a Native American Veterans Honor Guard and P.J. "Gunny" James, the first Navajo Marine Corps drill instructor, as guest speaker.
12:00 p.m. - Live performance by Gaslight Society
2:00 p.m. to sunset - Black Creek Gourd Society Navajo Dance Ceremony.

Monday, May 25, 2009
10:00 a.m. - Fleet Reserve Association wreath laying with guest speaker Ernest Borgnine
11:00 a.m. - Live music: World War II Radio Hour
12:30 p.m. - Navy band concert
1:00 p.m. - Naval District Washington wreath laying

Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Monday, May 25, 2009, 1:00 p.m.
This year's annual Memorial Day ceremony includes Presentation of the Colors, remarks by a special guest and wreath-laying service.

Air Force Memorial
Monday, May 25, 2009, 9 a.m. wreath laying ceremony. Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Rodney J. McKinley is the keynote speaker at this ceremony, which is open to the public.

Kennedy Center National Memorial Day Choral Festival
May 24, 2009, 2 p.m. A 90-minute program features American choral classics in honor of those who have fought to preserve our nation's heritage. Admission: $10.

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Carefree Boat Club in the Town of Occoquan

It is about time for an adventure, turn off your computer and tv, and get away for an hour or a day. It is also about time to go boating without owning a boat. A premier boat club in the nation located in the town of Occoquan, Carefree Boat Club, offers a lot of amenities like unlimited usage of boat as you would like without any additional cost. They also have great availability because the club maintains a 10-1 member to boat ratio to ensure members will be able to maximize their time on the water. They have a variety of boats like Deck, Bowrider, Pontoon, and more. First time riders are will have on the boat instruction. The club schedules social events year round such as fishing, safety, navigation, and many more.

So what are you waiting for,grab the opportunity,enjoy the weather,and create memories with your family that will last a lifetime. Visit their website www.carefreeboats.com.

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MORE CHARITY WALKS AT DC

Improve your health, make friends, and raise money by joining different upcoming charity walks at DC:
Walk to Empower; Breast Cancer Organization - May 10, 2009.
Walk to Cure Diabetes – May 31, 2009
Great Strides for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundaton – May 2009
Susan G. Komen National Race for the Cure – June 6, 2009
Northern Virginia – June 7, 2009

These events are family-oriented celebration that includes kid activities, food, and festivities.
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National Police Week in Washington DC

Provisional planning to take MPSES members to Washington DC to participate in Police Week along with the UK COPS Charity. A week long commemoration for those Police Officers who have lost their lives in the course of duty within the US. A moving week of ceremonies. For schedule of daily activities for the week:

Wednesday, May 13
Official Arrival Day
21st Annual Candlelight Vigil at the
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial

Thursday, May 14
First Day - National Police Survivors' Conference
Alexandria, VA

Friday, May 15
National Peace Officers' Memorial Service
United States Capitol

Saturday, May 16
Second Day - National Police Survivors' Conference

Sunday, May 17
Official Departure Day

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National Asian Heritage Festival 2009 at DC

Asian Pacific islanders and non-Asian, come and be a part of the celebration and witness showcases of Asian’s art and culture activities at Pennsylvania Avenue, NW between 3rd and 6th St. Washington, DC on May 16, 2009 from 11am to 7pm.
There will be live performances by musicians, vocalists ,and artists, Pan-Asian cuisine, multicultural marketplace, lion dance demonstration, and more interactive activities. There will be parade at 2pm featuring lion dances and regional cultural organizations. Asian delicacies can also be purchased.
The site is closest to Metro stations at Capitol South or Eastern Market.

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Mother’s Day at Spirit Cruises at DC

Thinking for a gift for your Mom on Mother’s Day? Tired of shopping at the mall and land-based restaurants? For a different view, why not treat her and take a sightseeing cruise at Spirit of Washington. Enjoy the sumptuous dinner, interactive entertainment, dancing, and spectacular views the cruise offers. Be on board at 6:30pm at Pier 4 6th & Water Streets SW, Washington, DC.
Call now for early reservation 866-302-2469 or book online www.spiritofwashington.com

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