#FlyWashington Magazine Winter 2017 | Page 74

Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium Credit: Visit Annapolis POPCORN & PIGSKINS INVITATIONS TO FUN WATER SKIING SANTA NATIONAL MENORAH LIGHTING What do my wandering eyes perceive? Why, that’s Santa on water- skis, the Grinch on a jet-ski, elves in the air and a performance by Frosty the Snowman on the Potomac River. What next, Rudolph carved out of ice? December 24 Old Town Alexandria Waterfront Celebrating Jewish heritage and religious freedom across the U.S. and beyond, The American Friends of Lubavitch will honor the tradition of lighting the National Menorah with food, family, fun and a special performance by the Air Force Band. December 12 The White House Ellipse MILITARY BOWL & PARADE STEP AFRIKA!’S MAGICAL MUSICAL HOLIDAY STEP SHOW Northrop Grumman presents a matchup between representatives from the Atlantic Coast Conference and the American Athletic Conference. Organized by the DC Bowl Committee, benefiting the USO and other Armed Forces supporting organizations, troops and their families have been gifted with more than $700,000 since 2008. Enjoy the 10th year of this Bowl with a morning 5k, followed by a parade and plenty of tailgating fun! December 28 Navy – Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis, MD WASHINGTON WIZARDS With plenty of home games left in the season, anytime is the perfect time for a basketball game! Cheer on the team at the Capital One Event Center, which also hosts the Washington Capitals, Washington Mystics, Washington Valor and Georgetown men’s basketball. Game tickets — now there’s a slam dunk gift idea! FLYWASHINGTON.COM 72 WINTER 2