This travelling retrospective of Claudia DeMonte’s work explores the status of women around the world. Using a range of media, DeMonte challenges our ideas of the goddess, beauty, luxury, excess and the “everywoman” through her global lens.

From 1970 to 1972, Ed McGowin changed his name 12 times in the District of Columbia’s court system to demonstrate his theory that there is not just one linear course in an artist’s career. Over the past 35 years, McGowin has continued to create works under each of these names.

A narrative ‘re-collection’ of the Washington Project for the Arts’ legacy, Catalyst will showcase selected artists, exhibitions, programs, and events from the WPA’s 35-year history as the region’s premiere alternative arts organization.

. Whether walking with the Mayor, participating in a ZUMBA or yoga class, learning deliciously healthy cooking techniques or getting free cholesterol and blood pressure screenings there will be something for everyone during Healthy City Days taking place from October 1- October 7 at multiple locations throughout Baltimore City.

Washington sculptor Alan Binstock will present a series of new works for the Sylvia Berlin Katzen Sculpture Garden integrating steel and glass to create monumental forms. Museum is open Tuesday through Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Norwegian contemporary art from the 1930s until today is represented through a broad selection of works taken from four artists: Arne Ekeland (1908-94), Marianne Heske (b. 1946), Bjarne Melgaard (b. 1967) and Marthe Thorshaug (b. 1977). Organized in collaboration with the National Gallery of Art's exhibition Edvard Munch: Master Prints, on view through October 31, 2010.

Join Franconia United Methodist Church, 6037 Franconia Rd, Alexandria, the first week of October for Bible Study Classes! We will have the following classes: Disciple II, Invitation to Psalms, The Jesus I Never Knew, Forgiveness/Letting Go, The Life You've Always Wanted, and a Men's Bible Study. For more information, contact Frank at dce@franconiaumc.org or 703 971-5151. We're at the corner of Beulah and Franconia, next to the Franconia Elementary School, convenient to the Fairfax Connector routes 231, 232, and 310. Website: http://www.franconiaumc.org.

Strathmore Afternoon Tea ~ The Perfect Interlude in the Hustle and Bustle of Life The soothing sounds of local musicians fill the room, as you enjoy Afternoon Tea in the cozy atmosphere of The Shapiro Music Room at Strathmore. Strathmore Blend Tea is specially made for us by Master Tea Blender John Harney of Connecticut, and is served with a light lunch of delectable tea savories by Restaurant Associates. We are sorry, vegetarian meals are not available Tea begins at 1PM $21 per person ($18.90 for Stars) +tax Pre-paid, non-refundable reservations required

EDUCATION at STRATHMORE co-presented with FAES Graduate School at the National Institute of Health ART SONGS: Chamber Music with Words 14 Tuesdays Sessions 7PM - 9PM September 14 - December 7, 2010 Explore the art song as chamber music with distinguished area music faculty members and composers/performers. The series covers European and American repertoire from the classical period to the 20th century. in each session, the songs will be performed live, in the original languages, both as examples during the lecture and as part of an uninterrupted performance immediately following.

CENTERSTAGE is thrilled to announce the 2010-11 selections for the Play Lab Series, featuring a trio of “homegrown” talent with new work in the throes of development. Each artist has strong ties to CENTERSTAGE as well as Artistic Director Irene Lewis. While the artists return to their roots to work in the lab, audiences can join the process by stopping by any of the available open rehearsal slots during the day, then catching one of the casual readings—complete with complimentary Toast Bar.

Follow Dorothy and her friends as they ease on down the Yellow Brick Road, match wits with the Wiz, confront Evillene and her menacing monkeys, and awaken Oz to a brand new day. This funky musical adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s beloved classic explodes onstage with a vibrant infusion of ’70s rock and Motown melodies. WHAT: The Wiz Book by William F. Brown Music and lyrics by Charlie Smalls Based on the story The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum Directed by Irene Lewis WHEN: September 29-November 7, 2010 Opening Night, Wednesday, October 6, 7 pm Tuesday through Friday, 8 pm