A Tribute to Johnny Cash
When: Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Birchmere, 3701 Mount Vernon Ave., Alexandria
The show starring The Man in Black’s own flesh and blood, Rosanne Cash, has been rescheduled again to Nov. 15, 2021. But this tribute to her father by J.C. Cole and his Folsom ’68 band sounds like a pretty good substitute to hold over Cash family superfans. $29.50.
Ice Skating at Westpost (Pentagon Row)
When: Through mid-March
Where: Westpost (Pentagon Row), 1201 S. Joyce St., Arlington
Time to bundle up and have a little fun outdoors. The ice rink is open, but operating at 50% capacity to ensure safe physical distancing. All skaters must wear masks and pre-purchase tickets online ($9-$10, plus $5 for skate rentals). As a bonus, adults can enjoy boozy beverages rinkside, thanks to a “sip and stroll” permit that allows to-go drinks in designated areas. Participating restaurants selling drinks to-go include Asia Bistro, Basic Burger, Bund’Up, Wild Tiger, Saigon Saigon and Sin’ E Irish Pub.
Vertical Interval and Beginningless Endless
When: Through Feb. 20
Where: McLean Project for the Arts, 1234 Ingleside Ave., McLean
Staged in the McLean Community Center’s Emerson Gallery, Vertical Interval: New Works is a collection of physical and digital landscapes by McLean artist Joseph Cortina. In the Atrium Gallery, Beginningless Endless features pieces inspired by artist Shanthi Chandrasekar’s background in psychology and physics. Admission is free.
Nekisha Durrett: Magnolia
When: Jan. 21-March 19
Where: Cody Gallery of Marymount University, 1000 N. Glebe Road, 2nd Floor, Arlington
Inspired by the #sayhername movement, Washington, D.C.-based artist Nekisha Durrett uses a magnolia leaves to tell the stories of 30 Black women who were killed by law enforcement. Only five visitors are permitted inside the gallery at a time. Admission is free.
Be Fit McLean
When: Through March 26
Where: McLean Community Center online
This annual fitness festival is still happening, albeit virtually. Health and wellness exhibitors will share their know-how online, and the content will be available through early spring. Participation is free.
“Passport to the World of Music” Concert Series
When: Through March 27
Where: Creative Cauldron online
Creative Cauldron’s 10th installment of the “Passport to the World of Music” concert series will be virtual this year, but still showcase a variety of musical genres—blues, jazz, Latin, bluegrass, folk and more—from a variety of talented artists. Creative Cauldron will live stream the performances on Fridays, and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m., and Sunday at 7:00 p.m. $15.
American Red Cross Blood Donations
When: Ongoing
Where: Multiple locations
Millions of Americans need blood, platelet and plasma donations, which are now harder to come by because of Covid-19. What could be more lovely than showing a stranger your care by donating? The Red Cross is testing donations for Covid-19 antibodies, and those who donate before Feb. 28 will receive a $5 Amazon gift card.