Around Town

Published January 31, 2011 5:00am ET



Robert Plant: The British rock singer-songwriter performs. [8 p.m. D.A.R. Constitution Hall, 1776 D St. NW] Hockey: The Washington Capitals play the Montreal Canadiens. [8 p.m. Verizon Center, 601 F St. NW]

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater: A performance by the celebrated dance company. [7 p.m. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW]

Margaret Miles: The park ranger discusses the legacy of educator and presidential adviser Mary McLeod Bethune. [1 p.m. Department of the Interior, 1849 C St. NW]

Between Currywurst and Tofu: A panel discussion on how good food makes a difference. [6:30 p.m. Goethe-Institut, 812 7th St. NW]

Steven B: The jazz and blues saxophonist performs. [8 p.m. Blues Alley, 1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW]

Japanese Screens: An exhibit of screens painted to represent various seasons of the year. [10 a.m. Freer Gallery of Art, Independence Ave. SW]

Food Glorious Food: An art show to promote healthy, sustainable dining. [12 p.m. Zenith Community Arts Foundation, 5335 Wisconsin Ave. NW]

Capoeira: A screening of the documentary on “the dance of freedom.” [7 p.m. Bloombars, 3222 11th St. NW]

Life, Rhythm, Move Project: An urban dance and spoken word performance. [6 p.m. Kennedy Center, 2700 F St. NW]

Underground scene

Girl Talk: Pittsburgh musician Gregg Gillis performs with Penguin Prison. [7 p.m. 9:30 Club, 815 V St. NW]

Chris Boomer: The reggae musician performs. [8:30 p.m. Iota Club, 2832 Wilson Blvd., Arlington]