Friday, November 30 Rosanne Cash, daughter of country legend Johnny Cash, is performing with pianist Mark O’Connor to commemorate her father’s greatest music. She will sing many of the Man in Black’s songs with her own special additions. Her voice is sultry, powerful and vulnerable — all at the same time. Johnny Cash fans will appreciate the younger Cash’s updates to the music that redefined the genre. The free performance takes place at 8 p.m. at the Library of Congress, but tickets are required. For tickets, visit www.Ticketmaster.com or call 301-808-6900. Metro: Capitol South (Blue and Orange lines). Saturday, December 1 As the first of December, today is full of great holiday season events. Right in our neighborhood, the Georgetown Holiday Market marks the beginning of the Christmas shopping on Wisconsin Avenue and M Street. Over 20 stores will decorate their windows, give special sales and offer holiday gifts. But the abundance of Christmas traditions — from roasted chestnuts to horse-drawn carriages — is what makes the annual event special. The Georgetown Holiday Market will take place for the next two weekends from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Wisconsin Avenue and M Street. Look for special signs showing which boutiques are participating. Sunday, December 2 The Lighted Boat Parade is an annual event that is well worth the walk down to the riverfront on K Street. This Sunday, decorated boats will float down the Potomac River, with none other than Santa Claus himself on board. There will also be cookie decorating, snowflake-making and a Christmas tree lighting. Toys for Tots will also be collecting new unwrapped toys — so don’t forget to bring one! The Lighted Boat Parade begins at 5:30 p.m. at 3050 K St. The Christmas tree lighting will take place at 6 p.m., and all of the festivities will continue until 7 p.m. All events are free. Monday, December 3 Nancy MacDonell, author of In the Know: The Classic Guide to Being Cultured and Cool will be speaking at the Corcoran Gallery of Art. MacDonell is a culture expert who specializes in etiquette and cultural appreciation. She will be speaking about fashion, culture, design and style. Nancy MacDonell is speaking at 7 p.m. at the Corcoran Gallery of Art, 500 17th St., NW. Tickets are $15 and available the day of the discussion. For more information, call 202-639-1700. Metro: Farragut West (Blue and Orange lines). Tuesday, December 4 The National Menorah Lighting is taking place today, commemorating the first day of Hanukkah. The lighting will be held at the Ellipse at 5 p.m. There will be traditional food and music by “The President’s Own” United States Marine Band. The National Menorah Lighting will occur at 5 p.m. at the Ellipse. The Ellipse is located at 1600 Constitution Avenue on the National Mall. Tickets are required but are free. For ticket information, call 202-332-5600. Metro: Smithsonian (Blue and Orange Lines). Wednesday, December 5 Today is the Fifth Annual Holiday Open House at Pentagon Row, a thriving shopping and entertainment center just across the Potomac. The event includes free horse-drawn carriage rides, traditional refreshments and holiday caroling. The Pentagon Row Ice Rink will also be open to skaters. There will be free food and lots of holiday cheer. The Pentagon Row Holiday Open House takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and is free. It is located in Arlington at the intersection of South Joyce Street and Army Navy Drive. For more information, call 804-673-3107. Metro: Pentagon City (Blue line). Thursday, December 6 The National Christmas Tree Lighting and Pageant of Peace takes place at the Ellipse tonight. The ceremony will feature country singer Sara Evans, the United States Air Force Band and Brad Oscar, star of “The Producers,” as Santa Claus. The Christmas tree will also be the backdrop for nightly concerts throughout the holiday season. Tickets for the National Tree Lighting are available at the Ellipse Visitor Pavilion. If the tickets sell out, there is a stand-by line with guaranteed standing room if you are in line by 2 p.m. The activities will begin at 5 p.m. starting with the tree lighting. For more information on this free event, call 202-208-1631. Metro: Smithsonian (Blue and Orange Lines).