​Calendar: Week of June 6

Calendar: Week of June 6

Here's a look at the week ahead on our "Sunday Morning" Calendar:


Monday is D-Day National Remembrance Day, marking the 72nd anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy during World War II.


Tuesday's the first day of previews in London for the new play, "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child," co-written by Harry's creator, J.K. Rowling.


On Wednesday, Forbes releases its annual list of the world's highest-paid athletes. Last year's top earner was boxer Floyd Mayweather, with $300 million in winnings and endorsements.


Thursday is the 125th anniversary of the birth of Cole Porter, the composer and lyricist behind such Broadway shows as "Anything Goes" and "Kiss Me Kate."

Frank Sinatra performs "I Get a Kick Out of You" (from "Anything Goes")

Ella Fitzgerald performs "Night and Day"


Friday evening sees the Sixth Annual Astronomy Festival on the National Mall. Telescopes will offer close-up looks at Mars, Jupiter and Saturn.


And Saturday is National Get Outdoors Day ... encouraging families to have healthy and active outdoor fun.

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