Sunday: Mamapalooza at Union Jack’s Bethesda This weekend in Bethesda, moms will rock.
No, not in the “You rock mom!” sort of way like she just bought your favorite cereal. This is good old-fashioned rock ‘n’ roll.
On Sunday at Union Jack’s Pub is Mamapalooza, a celebration of motherhood through music.
“I’m a middle-aged suburban mom with a husband and two kids. I always wanted to do rock music but didn’t have the nerve,” said 57-year-old Patrice Moerman, the local Mamapalooza organizer, explaining how she got involved with the group back in 2005.
Mamapalooza is simply a concert made up of performers who are mostly mothers, many of whom who don’t play live frequently.
“It’s really just a chance for women who don’t play out as much,” said Moerman, who will also be performing. “It’s kind of an image thing,”
A number of moms are scheduled to perform at the free show at Union Jack’s on Sunday, and they will be accepting donations for Suited for Change, an area nonprofit.
Plus, it’s one week from Mother’s Day.
When: 5 p.m. Sunday
Info: Free; mamapalooza.com
Friday: Right Round Dance Party at the Black Cat
Friday at the Black Cat marks the ninth anniversary celebration of the monthly ’80s alt-pop dance party. Hosted by DJ lil’e.
When: Doors at 9 p.m. Friday
Info: $10 on the main stage; blackcatdc.com
Saturday: Dennis Miller at the Warner Theatre
Comedian Dennis Miller returns to the area, surely with a heap of wit and sarcasm in tow. Who knows what he’ll say about current events, from presidential politics to Mideast turmoil to the royal wedding.
When: 8 p.m. Saturday
Info: $35 to $65, warnertheatre.com
Saturday: Little Miss Whiskey’s Crawfish Boil
This H Street Bar hosts a crawfish boil on Saturday, but the best part may be what you wash it down with. Great Lakes Brewing Company is featured, including its Holy Moses and Commodore Perry IPA selections.
When: 2 p.m. Saturday
Info: $30; greatlakesbrewing.com, littlemisswhiskeys.com
Sunday: Sweetlife Festival at Merriweather Post Pavilion
Now, this is a way to open up the festival season. Outdoor music kicks off this year with the Strokes, Girl Talk, Lupe Fiasco, the Cold War Kids and more.
When: Noon Sunday
Info: $55 general admission, $100 VIP; sweetlifefestival.com
