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ArtomaticRecord-Breaking Numbers at Artomatic
Artomatic, the 5-week art extravaganza, closed last weekend with record-breaking numbers.  Total attendance this year reached 76,529, an increase of about 46% from last year's attendance of 52,503!  The best week was the final week, with many people trying to squeeze in a last trip to Artomatic before closing.  With its convenient location right above the Navy Yard Metro at Monument Half Street's 55 M Street and 1 block from Nationals Ballpark, Artomatic brought tens of thousands of people to the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood.  Stay tuned for upcoming Artomatic related events in the Front!    




 

Williams Sings SunSmooth Sensations Lunchtime Concert
William Wardlaw, on-street supervisor of the BID's Clean & Safe Team, entertained crowds at the noontime concert this Wednesday, singing lead with his band Smooth Sensations.  Often compared to Luther Vandross, William sang a variety of hits including Motown and R&B, with the audience singing along to favorite songs.  The BID's Clean & Safe team came to support William.  Between his full-time job at the BID and his night-time gigs, William has managed to put together a cd with his band to be released in August!
Concerts are every Wednesday from noon - 2 pm at Tingey Plaza.  Next week's lunchtime concert features Rebelicious country music!William singing in crowd
Marriott Dining 2Outdoor Dining at Marriott Courtyard
Enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner or happy hour cocktails at the Marriott Courtyard's new outside patio.  With views up New Jersey Avenue to the Capitol, the patio at Marriott is the perfect place to relax and take advantage of the summer weather.  Outdoor dining is available 7 days a week but get there early as the seats fill up quickly!

Billy/EltonBilly Joel and Elton John Concert
This Saturday night, Billy Joel and Elton John take the stage for the first concert ever at Nationals Ballpark!  The dynamic duo will open the show with duets, then break off for solo performances with their bands, and come back together for the finale.  The Face-to-Face concert, part of a national tour, begins at 7:30 PM on Saturday, July 11th. 
 
Nationals ParkBaseball 101 at Nationals Ballpark
Have you always wanted to know more about baseball?  Gather up your girlfriends or come solo and meet others during the full baseball tutorial on Friday, July 17th.  The day begins at 9:30 with a behind-the-scenes tour of Nationals Ballpark followed by an on field clinic with Nationals coaches.  Following the clinic, take part in a Q&A with MASN reporters, Nationals' Chartese Burnett, and others during a seated dinner on the rooftop party deck.  Then show off your new knowledge at the 7:05 pm game against the Cubs.  All day tickets cost $85 and just the evening portion with dinner costs $45, including game ticket.  To purchase tickets online, go to Baseball 101.
 
movie80s Movies Updates
Thursday night outdoor 80s movies now have closed captioning.  A port-a-potty across the street is also available for movie-goers.  
In its fifth week, the movie series continues to be a popular event with people arriving as early as 8 pm to take part in karaoke and enjoy picnics.  Come out tonight for Breakfast Club, named a top event by Washingtonian!


 
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