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1. Concerts in the Park When/Where: Beginning at 5 p.m. Sunday at Volta Park, 1555 34th St. NW, Washington, D.C. Why Go: This is the 10th year of Concerts in the Park and the 2012 season promises to be better than ever. Sunday, look for music from Georgetown’s own amazing singer and songwriter, Rebecca McCabe, plus balloons from Georgetown Patch, cupcakes from Sprinkles and much more! The theme is pink and green and there's a prize for the most inspired pink-and-green outfit. Pricing: Free! 2. The 25th Annual Taste of Arlington When/Where: Noon to 5 p.m. Sunday on Wilson Boulevard in front of Ballston Common Mall in Arlington. Why Go: Why not go? This annual street festival features live entertainment, children's activities and more than …
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Need ideas to get your weekend going? Here's a snapshot of goings-on in Washington and Northern Virginia.
1. Metallica, Led Zeppelin and The Smiths/Morrissey tribute bands When/Where: Battery (Metallica tribute) takes the stage at The State Theatre at 9 p.m. Thursday; Lez Zeppelin (all-female Led Zeppelin tribute) plays at 8:30 p.m. Friday at The State Theatre; and Spineless Swine (Smiths/Morrissey tribute) plays Galaxy Hut at 9 p.m. Sunday. Why go: It's live music! Cost: $15 to see Battery, $25 to see Lez Zeppelin and $5 to see Spineless Swine. Check the venues' websites for more info. 2. Rose Park Spring Celebration When/Where: Rose Park (tot lot) 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday Why go: Petting zoo, facepainting, music and more! Cost: Free, donations accepted. 3. Georgetown House Tour When/Where: Every home on the tour will be open from 11…
Mari Gee
6:49 pm on Monday, April 30, 2012
I love the variety of cover bands! I would have loved to seen L.A.vation from Los Angeles on this list though!! They have got to be one of the most dead on tribute bands I've ever seen! Watch this and TRY to tell me the lead singer doesnt look and sound like Bono!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C638IxUV1GQ&context=C49f4513ADvjVQa1PpcFPXr9xyHTLV-sT7vqvpkyzDaYsBjjgtkBM= more ›