Spring is here, so check out Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb's May Calendar to discover a variety of innovative and affordable activities.
GW Breakfast Break (GW Students Only)
Day 1: Monday, May 2, 2022 9:00 am
Day 2: Tuesday, May 3, 2022 9:00 am
Location: University Student Center, First Floor - Great Hall
Kick off the first couple days of final exams with a breakfast snack! Join us for an assortment of free breakfast items while supplies last!
Running of the Chihuahuas
Date: May 7, 2022
Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Location: District Pier at the Wharf - 760 Maine Avenue, SW
Cost: Free
DC’s funniest Cinco de Mayo celebration returns for a day of fun and festivities. Celebrate the 10th Annual Running of the Chihuahuas! The day will include cold Pacifico beer, live music, family fun, and of course, the races! The highlight of the afternoon, the races features over 90 Chihuahuas racing in groups of eight on a sixty foot “race track.” ALL race proceeds benefit Rural Dog Rescue. Don’t have a Chihuahua? You can still take part in the excitement with the all-breed contest for best dressed dog! There will also be giveaways from DC’s pet friendly businesses. This is a family and dog-friendly, admission-free event.
Dance Classes with the Washington Ballet
Date: Spring Classes available through May 31, 2022
Location: In-Studio classes take place at Cathedral Commons (3308 Wisconsin Ave. NW, 2nd floor)
Cost: Online Classes $13 / In-Studio Classes: $20 Located in the heart of DC, the National Museum of Women in the
Arts brings recognition to the achievements of women artists of all periods and nationalities. Their collection features more than 5,500 works from the 16th century to today created by more than 1,000 artists.
Washington DC Dragon Boat Festival
Date: May 21, 2022 (Rain Date June 18, 2022)
Location: Thompsons Boat Center, 2900 Virginia Ave NW.
Cost: Free
After a couple of crazy years, the festival is returning this spring for the 19th DC Dragon Boat Festival. Get out on the water to watch a great race with cultural activities. Plans are currently being finalized for the 2022 DC Dragon Boat Festival.
Find more information and a complete list of activities checkout the Healthy Living @ Himmelfarb May calendar!
