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Explore the History of Jazz and Celebrate the Lunar New Year

    Here is a sampling of some events for this week and how to tune in. Note that events are likely to change after publication.

n  Monday

Explore the history of jazz in Washington with the musician, broadcaster and historian Ken Avis, as he discusses what made the city a capital and how the music has changed through the year. This event, presented by the Smithsonian Associates, costs $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers. Registration closes two hours before the event.

When: 6:45 p.m.

Where: smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing

n  Tuesday

Celebrate the Lunar New Year’s unique food traditions in a talk from the Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery. Jan Stuart, the Melvin R. Seiden organizer of Chinese art, will present works from the museum’s collection, and Lydia Chang of the Peter Chang restaurant empire, will share stories about her family’s celebratory dishes. This event is free, and attendance is capped at 500.

When: 6 p.m.

Where: asia.si.edu/lunar-new-year-celebration

n  Wednesday

Join Ensemble NYC an evening of love songs. Featuring well-known artists, the event will include pieces like Gioachino Rossini’s “Una voce poco fa” and Mozart’s “La ci darem la mana”. A part of the money will be donated to West Side Campaign Against Hunger. Tickets are need-based and can be purchased for as little as $10.

When: 7:30p.m.

Where: musae.me/ensemblenyc/experience

n  Thursday

Dance with your little ones while listening to a special Valentin’s Day concert from the Laurie Berkner Band. In a live performance, Ms. Berkner, a children’s recording artist, will play family-friendly songs, dance with animations and even introduce special guests. Tickets are $20, and give viewers access to both the 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. shows.

When: 2 p.m. or 5 p.m.

Where: live.laurieberkner.com

1. How much will you pay for the jazz event if you are not a member?

A. $10.              B. $20.             C. $25.             D. $30.

2. Where can you learn about Chinese artworks?

    A. live.lauieberkner.com                        B. smithsonianassociates.org/ticketing

C. asia.si.edu/lunar-new-year-celebration       D. musae.me/ensemblenyc/experience

3. When is probably the best time for a family attendance?

    A. On Monday.       B. On Tuesday.      C. On Wednesday     D. On Thursday.