Monthly Archives: July 2015


Top 5 Ways to Have Fun in the Rain
Jul 31, 2015

Top 5 Ways to Have Fun in the Rain

Here at Wolf Trap, amazing artists and fun with friends make for magical evenings under the stars. But in every summer, a little rain must fall. While you can’t control the weather, rain doesn’t have to dampen your spirits. So don’t be a wet blanket…Here are some tips to help you rock the rain! Bring out those bright yellow rainboots, that bright red raincoat that’s...

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Contest Rules: “Picnic in the Park” at Farragut Park Giveaway
Jul 27, 2015

Contest Rules: “Picnic in the Park” at Farragut Park Giveaway

  Contest Rules: SPONSOR. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts (“Foundation” or “Sponsor”), 1645 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia 22182. TERM. Sweepstakes begins at 12 pm Eastern Time (“ET”) on Friday, July 31, 2015 and ends at 2 pm ET  on Friday, July 31, 2015. (“Sweepstakes Period”) ELIGIBILITY. Wolf Trap Sweepstakes (“Promotion”) is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (including the District of Columbia)...

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Recipes from Executive Chef Chris Faessen
Jul 21, 2015

Recipes from Executive Chef Chris Faessen

Zucchini Honey Walnut Bread 3 cups all-purpose flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp salt 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp nutmeg 3 eggs 1 cup honey 1 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp lemon juice 2 cups grated unpeeled zucchini 1 cup chopped walnuts Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees F. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking...

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Arvind’s Spotlight: Culture Club
Jul 14, 2015

Arvind’s Spotlight: Culture Club

We all have shows that we love. Wolf Trap’s President & CEO, Arvind Manocha, would like to share with you some of the ones he’s most looking forward to. Culture Club Monday, August 10 at 8 pm “It’s been a long time—too long—since Boy George and the original lineup of Culture Club have appeared in America. We all remember the hits, of course, but it’s...

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Contest Rules: Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me!
Jul 13, 2015

Contest Rules: Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me!

Contest Rules: SPONSOR. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts (“Foundation” or “Sponsor”), 1645 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia 22182. TERM. Sweepstakes begins at NOON Eastern Time (“ET”) on Monday, July 13, 2015 and ends at NOON ET on Thursday, July 16, 2015. (“Sweepstakes Period”) ELIGIBILITY. Wolf Trap Sweepstakes (“Promotion”) is open only to legal residents of the 50 United States (including the District of Columbia) who are 18...

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Contest Rules: Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn Giveaway
Jul 07, 2015

Contest Rules: Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn Giveaway

Contest Rules: Bela Fleck & Abigail Washburn Facebook Giveaway  SPONSOR. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts (“Foundation” or “Sponsor”), 1645 Trap Road, Vienna, Virginia 22182. TERM. Sweepstakes begins at 12:01 pm Eastern Time (“ET”) on Tuesday, July 7, 2015 and ends at 11:59 pm ET on Friday, July 10, 2015. (“Sweepstakes Period”) ELIGIBILITY. Wolf Trap Sweepstakes (“Promotion”) is open only to legal residents of the 50 United...

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From left to right: Paige Hernandez; Christina Farrell; Akua Kouyate-Tate; Terlene Terry-Todd; Jennifer Cooper
Jul 07, 2015

Arts Abroad: The Wolf Trap Approach Travels to Singapore

After preparing for six months, Akua, Jennifer, and the Wolf Trap Institute team are finally in Singapore! Since arriving, they’ve been busy training teachers, administrators, and families. The team has already given 6 hours of professional development to 270 early children educators, working alongside our arts education partners in Singapore – the National Arts Council (NAC) and the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA). Through Family...

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Arvind’s Spotlight: Brandi Carlile and First Aid Kit
Jul 02, 2015

Arvind’s Spotlight: Brandi Carlile and First Aid Kit

We all have shows that we love. Wolf Trap’s President & CEO, Arvind Manocha, would like to share with you some of the ones he’s most looking forward to. Brandi Carlile First Aid Kit Wednesday, July 22 at 7:30 pm Brandi continues to grow as an artist and we’re so proud of her long relationship with Wolf Trap. This year she’s put together a fantastic...

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