Art, Bikes, and Beer

Ride into fall at Phillips after 5! Join us for an Oktoberfest with a twist, bringing together art, music, cycling, and good beer. IMAGE: Gjon Mili, Stroboscopic Image of Girl Wearing Culottes, Kneesock and Loafers Riding Bicycle, c. 1945, Gelatin silver print, 14 x 11 in., The Phillips Collection, Gift of Adam and Susan Finn, 2012 Wicked Sycamore is an all-female trio from the Baltimore/DC area who bring a mischievous edge to their unique concoction of contemporary folk and Americana, combining intricate vocal harmonies and thoughtful instrument arrangement with tonal mood shifts lyrical storytelling. Their original music ranges from fun and lighthearted sing-alongs to deep, introspective tunes for the ages—all influenced by traditional roots music, bluegrass, pop, funk, and jazz. Jeff Miller is the founder and principal guide of DC Cycling Concierge, a bike tour company that focuses on private, VIP, and corporate tours of DC and the region. Ranked #1 for Outdoor Activities and Tours by TripAdvisor, Jeff and his team love to give guests memorable experiences exploring the sites and history of Washington DC, the DMV region, and the Great Allegheny Passage and C&O Canal Trails. He is also a principal of DreamRides, a fundraising ride consulting service to help organizations develop, improve, and expand charity rides. Prior to starting DC Cycling Concierge and DreamRides, Jeff had a 20+ year career as a state and national leader for bicycling and walking organizations and had a Thomas J. Watson Fellowship where he biked around-the-world on a bicycle study tour. Odd Provisions is an extraordinary corner market serving Columbia Heights for almost 10 years. We offer convenient groceries, produce from regional Amish farms, housemade grab and go prepared foods, natural wine, craft beer, and gifts by local artisans. Our craft beer program emphasizes freshness and seasonality. Our wine program highlights smaller family wineries. After college, Jon Mitchell began a journey tasting craft beer whenever the opportunity struck, developing an appreciation for all things beer. From homebrewing to running retail beer programs to managing a local brewery taproom, Jon has been involved with many facets of the Washington, DC beer scene for over 15 years. This time has taught him much about the industry and consumer trends, and allowed him to sample some of the best beers in the world. Inside the Phillips Archive Registration Open / In-Person Reiki-Inspired Meditation with Natalie Valle Registration Open / Free / Online Registration Open / In-Person