PAST: ART: Two Exhibits at CONNERSMITH. "Festoon" by Zoë Charlton & "Faust in the City" by Wilmer Wilson IV from SAT, Sept 21st - SAT, Nov 2nd, Free

Wilmer Wilson IV: Faustian Ladder (#1),
 2013, pigment print, 30 x 20 inches.
Photo courtesy of CONNERSMITH.

Art Opening for Two Exhibits at CONNERSMITH.

"Festoon" by Zoë Charlton, "Faust in the City" by Wilmer Wilson IV

Free
Saturday, September 21st - Saturday, November 2nd

CONNERSMITH. presents two concurrent exhibitions, "Festoon" by Zoë Charlton and "Faust in the City" by Wilmer Wilson IV. Both exhibitions confront racial stereotypes by superimposing the human body against a backdrop of socially accepted mores, the com-modification of “the ideal lifestyle” and by juxtaposing wealthy DC neighborhoods with its poorest.

CONNERSMITH.

1358 Florida Ave NE

Metro: best reached by bus, see metro trip-planner for access

PAST: EXHIBIT: The DCCAH presents "Go-Go Swing: Washington, DC's Unstoppable Beat" A Multimedia Exhibit Celebrating the Capital's Signature Sound, On view at the DCCAH Gallery near the Navy Yard Metro from FRI, August 16th - FRI, Oct 18th, Open every day from 9:00am - 8:00pm, Free

Chuck Brown

DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities presents Go-Go Swing: Washington, DC's Unstoppable Beat 
Multimedia Exhibit Celebrating the Capital's Signature Sound
Free
On view Friday, August 16th - Friday, October 18th

Gallery is Open 7 days a week, 9:00am - 8:00pm

Enjoy interactive art, music, photography, fashion, and poetry documenting the history of Go-Go from its African, Latin, Jazz and Funk roots to the present. Curated by DCCAH Resident Curator Zoma Wallace "Go-Go Swing honors the collective contributions of the District's Go-Go community to the city and the world," said Judith Terra, Chair of the DCCAH. "We are pleased to be able to take a multi-media approach to showcase the influences of Go-Go's influence on popular culture." Listen to cassettes from shows from the '80s & '90s while viewing the artwork and instruments -including one of Chuck Brown's Gibson guitars, on loan from the Smithsonian Anacostia Museum- played by Go-Go pioneers.

Photographer, scholar, and author of the critically acclaimed book of poems called The Maverick Room, Thomas Sayers Ellis has contributed greatly to the visual narrative of this exhibit. "As one of the city original art forms, Go-Go Swing highlights the major contributions of the local arts scene to making our city a wonderful place to live, work and play" said Lionell Thomas, Executive Director of the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities.

Opening Night - All-White-Attire Affair hosted by the DCCAH

Go-Go Swing: Washington D.C.’s Unstoppable Beat

Performances by Rare Essence and Black Alley Band
Friday, August 16th 

7:00pm - 10:00pm

Free, RSVP is Required, hors d'oeuvres will be served

UPDATE: The opening requires RSVP and is SOLD OUT, Sorry. No wait list that I'm aware of.

Save the Dates for these free, related events!
Instrument Petting Zoo - Saturday, September 14th
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Gallery Talk - Saturday, September 14th
4:30pm - 5:30pm

DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
200 I Street SE

Metro: Navy Yard, just a few blocks walk.

PAST: ART: "Group Exhibit: Tory Cowles, Greg Minah, and Beverly Ryan" at Gallery plan b on 14th St SAT, Sept 7th - SUN, Oct 13th, Free

Group Exhibit: Tory Cowles, Greg Minah, and Beverly Ryan at Gallery plan b 

Free
On view Saturday, September 7th - Sunday, October 13th

Group Painting Exhibition with Tory Cowles, Greg Minah and Beverly Ryan. These painters are all masterful at color and dynamism, unique to their own experiences and techniques: Cowles with luscious paint and collage elements, Minah's signature "drip manipulation" and Ryan's narrative and pattern.

Gallery plan b
1530 14th St NW
Metro: U St or McPherson Sq and take the Circulator bus to 14th & RI Ave/ P St or walk, also
walking distance from Dupont Circle

PAST: PILATES: *Note: Canceled due to Gov't Shutdown* The final Free "Pilates in the Park" in Farragut Square will be on THURS, Oct 10th from 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Please bring your own Yoga Mat

"Pilates in the Park" Thursdays in Farragut Sq Park

Thursday, September 5th - Thursday, October 10th

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Free, please bring your own mat

Canceled: Due to Government Shutdown
Final Class - Thursday, October 10th

Join the Golden Triangle BID every Thursday evening this fall for a Free Pilates class in Farragut Sq. Park between 17th & I/ Connecticut & K NW. 

Instruction will be provided by a certified Pilates instructor from Results Gym and the Yoga District. Bring your own mat and enjoy this fun and relaxing after work exercise session with the Golden Triangle BID.

New: Share your favorite Pilates position online for onsite class consideration. Get a chance to win Pilates prizes from City Sports on 1111 19th Street, NW. Plus, enjoy light refreshments from the Protein Bar on 1011 19th Street, NW.

Please see the Golden Triangle site for any cancellations due to weather.  

Farragut Square Park
between 17th & I / Connecticut & K St, NW (map)
Metro: Farragut North or Farragut West

PAST: MEDITATION: Come out for the second class of the Two-Part Meditation series on WED, Oct 9th at the Tenleytown Library, across from the Metro and close to American University! 7:00pm - 8:30pm, Free

"Reducing Stress through Meditation" a Two-Part Series presented by David Newcomb of Science of Spirituality DC at the Tenley-Friendship Library right near American University and the Tenleytown Metro
Feel free to attend one or both sessions!

Wednesday, October 9th - Final Session
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Free

Learn how meditation can help to reduce stress and improve the quality of your life at this free, two-part workshop on Wednesday nights at the beautiful Tenleytown - Francis A. Gregory Library in SE! Regular meditation has been shown to promote tranquility and relaxation, and to lower stress levels.

All levels of meditation practice are welcome, especially beginners! The workshop will be led by David Newcomb of Science of Spirituality, DC Chapter, which offers free meditation workshops throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including the DC area. David is a long-time meditator. He'll share some simple and effective meditation techniques during this free workshop and be there to answer any questions you may have.

You can learn more about SOS DC and Jyoti Meditation on their website and connect with the SOS Midatlantic page on facebook and the local DC chapter on twitter @SOS_WashDC.

Tenley-Friendship Neighborhood Library
4450 Wisconsin Avenue

Metro: Tenleytown, just across the street from the metro! One of the newest and nicest libraries I have been to.

PAST: FILM + PANEL: Special Screening of the Documentary "Schooled: The Price of College Sports" based on the book "The Cartel" by Taylor Branch, Preceded by a Reception and followed by a Panel Discussion WED, Oct 9th, Screening & Panel 7:00pm - 9:00pm, Reception 5:45pm, Free, RSVP Required, 18+

Special Screening of the Documentary "Schooled: The Price of College Sports" + Reception and Panel Discussion

Wednesday, October 9th
5:45pm - 9:00pm, film at 7:00pm
Free,  RSVP Required, 18+
RSVP to tickets@gothamcasting.com
Subject Line: DCShooled, include your name, age and number of guest.

Gotham Casting invites you to an exclusive screening of the EPIX original documentary, "Schooled: The Price of College Sports" based on the book "The Cartel" by Taylor Branch. The screening will be followed by a Panel Discussion with the filmmakers and preceded by a reception with food and drinks. Click on image to view more details.

National Cable & Telecommunications Association
25 Massachusetts Ave, NW Suite 100
Metro: Union Station

PAST: TALK: Canadian Author, Artist & Environmental Activist Franke James speaks up for the climate and against censorship at Georgetown University this WED, Oct 9th from 6:30pm - 8:00pm, Free

Canadian Author, Artist & Environmental Activist Franke James 

speaks up for the climate and against censorship at Georgetown University

Wednesday, October 9th
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Free

Canadian author, artist and environmental activist, Franke James, is bringing her ‘Oh No Canada’ anti-tar sands art show to the streets of DC and she'll be coming to Georgetown University this Wednesday, for an entertaining talk on personal activism. 

"James will tell her true-life story about being censored by the Canadian government – and how she is fighting back using social media, crowdfunding and the power of her activist art. At a time when Canada's Prime Minister Stephen Harper is urging President Obama to approve the Keystone XL tar sands pipeline, artist Franke James highlights the Government of Canada's own deplorable record on climate change and its attempts to stop Canadians from talking about climate change and the dirty tar sands."

From the Guardian UK: "Canada, under the government of Stephen Harper, has exhibited little patience for dissent. The government has muzzled government scientists, insulted Nasa climate experts, and dismissed environmental protesters as dangerous radicals. But there is apparently one woman whom the government can’t shut up: the Toronto environmental writer, illustrator and activist Franke James."

Georgetown University 

White Gravenor Hall, Room 211 

Big Gothic-looking stone building on your right if you come in through the main gate. 

37th and O St NW, main GU address
Metro: Dupont Circle or Rossyln and take the free shuttle, a.k.a. the GUTS bus. From Dupont it leaves from Mass Ave at 20th. You can also take a metro bus to the main gate at 37th & O. See Metro trip-planner for bus access. 

PAST: SCREENING: Hillyer screens Art21 season 4, episode 1 "Romance" on WED, Oct 9th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, Free

Art21 Access 100 Artists Screening at Hillyer
Screening of "Romance" Season 4, episode 1
Wednesday, October 9th
7:00pm - 9:00pm
Free

This event is part of Art21's Access 100 Artists, a celebration of contemporary art and Art in the Twenty-First Century, Season One through Six, sponsored by Art21.

The screening will be followed by a discussion and refreshments for audience members.

Art21 is the preeminent chronicler of contemporary art and artists through its Peabody Award-winning biennial television series Art in the Twenty-First Century. The organization has used the power of digital media to expose millions of people of all ages to contemporary art and artists and has created a new paradigm for teaching and learning about the creative process. In addition to its PBS series and year-round series-based education and public programs efforts, Art21 has expanded its film production and educational efforts in recent years. Visit art21.org for more information.

This episode: "Romance" What role do intuition, emotion, fantasy, and escapism play in contemporary art? How do contemporary artists respond to traditionally romantic ideals such as sentimentality, pathos, and the philosophy of art for art's sake? This episode poses questions about the value of pleasure in art and features artists whose works are extended meditations on mortality, love, reality, and make-believe. Pierre Huyghe, Judy Pfaff, Lari Pittman, and Laurie Simmons are featured.

Save the date for the last screening of the series:
"Transformation" Season 5, episode 3
Wednesday, November 13th

Costumes and masks, makeup and style, dolls & mannequins, stage and cinema-what strategies do we use to refashion identity? Do we seek out excess and extremes in order to see ourselves more clearly? Whether observing and satirizing society or reinventing icons of literature, art history, and popular culture, these artists inhabit the characters they create and capture the sensibilities of our age. Paul McCarthy, Cindy Sherman, and Yinka Shonibare MBE are featured.

Hillyer Art Space
9 Hillyer Ct
Metro: Dupont Circle

PAST: DJ Amen Ra + Live Painting + Art Exhibit at The Dunes this WED, Oct 9th from 10:00pm - 2:00am, Free, 21+

DJ Amen Ra + Live Painting + Art Exhibit at The Dunes

Wednesday, October 9th

10:00pm - 2:00am

Free, 21+

drinks available for purchase at the bar there

The Dunes and SHAM Lifestyle bring you an evening of live painting by Art Overnight, drink specials and DJ Amen Ra. While there you can also check out this month's Art Crimes exhibit “The Luxury of Dreams" featuring works by Sean Hennessey.

The Dunes
1402 Meridian Place NW

Metro: Columbia Heights, walk north on 14th St, past Park Rd, to Meridian Pl on the left side, turn left, go up the stairs with the glass door, right above The Getaway.

PAST: FILM + ART + DRUMS: BloomScreen presents a special evening "Batalà: One Love, One Drum" featuring Live Drumming Performance, Film Screenings, Art and more at BloomBars! TUES, Oct 8th from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, All ages, by donation

BloomScreen presents: Batalà: One Love, One Drum - Live Drum Performance, Film Screenings, Art and more!

Tuesday, October 8th

7:00pm - 9:00pm
All ages, by donation, $10 suggested. all welcome, please give as you can  

Free popcorn and refreshments provided

Join Batalà Washington, an all female drum troupe, as they kick off their art exhibit "Batalà: One Love, One Drum" at BloomBars with a special night of film shorts and a live musical performance! If you haven't seen them perform yet, I definitely recommend this one. If you have, you know how energizing these ladies can be! 

This special event and performance will provide a unique opportunity to learn the story of Batalà Washington – an all-woman percussion band that empowers women through drumming and promotes Bahia’s dynamic music and culture.

Event Schedule:
- Presentation on Afro-Brazilian culture and music, and the creation of Batalà
- Presentation of Batalà film/video shorts
- Batalà Live Music Performance!
- Art Exhibit - guests will view exhibit and meet members of Batalà

Screenings of: 

• A Different Drummer (2008, 6 min), by Mariana Studart – features interviews with Batalà members as they discuss performing and their experiences being part of the group.
• Batala Washington DC - 48 Hr Music Video Project (2012, 4 min), by Nick Andersh – follows Batalà over 48 hours, through rehearsals and performances culminating with the 2012 Fiesta DC parade.
• Dance with Batala! (2010, 2 min), by Gayle Anonuevo – documents Batalà's performance at the 2010 inaugural Washington Arts Parade and Batalà's first outreach program "Afro-Brazilian Beats and Dance with Batala" at the Riverside Community Center.
• Cortejo Afro Carnaval 2013 (2013, 5 min), by Edgar de Souza – Since 1999, members of Batalà have performed at the Salvador Carnaval in Brazil with Cortejo Afro – this video highlights the beautiful costumes, music, and spirit of Salvador Carnaval. (Portuguese with English subtitles).

BloomBars

3222 11th St NW - just north of Kenyon, next door to Wonderland

Metro: Columbia Heights, walk north one block on 14th, right on Kenyon, left on 11th 

PAST: HIGHLIGHTS: More Free Arts & Culture events this MON, Oct 7th Thanks to CultureCapital.com - a great site for DC, MD & VA events!

Here are some more great free arts and culture events from CultureCapital.com, a great online events resource from the Cultural Alliance of Greater Washington, which covers the DC metro area's amazing and vibrant arts scene. Find more upcoming free events and exhibitions on view in the DC metro area on the customized "Free in DC" Inside-Out page. Free events from CultureCapital listed below, organized by date and time. Please click through for more event details.

Monday, October 7th 

MLK at the Lincoln Memorial - Image source

Evening - Talk about Inspirational Speeches at UMD - College Park, MD

Crafting Inspiration: Why the Speeches of Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King, Jr. Still Motivate Us Today

7:30pm

Abraham Lincoln and Martin Luther King Jr.'s speeches are separated by almost 100 years, yet they share a compelling similarity: both speeches make the seemingly impossible appear not only possible but desirable. We'll hear from Steven D. Cohen, visiting assistant professor and managing director of UMD's Oral Communication Program, Maryland State Delegate Heather Mizeur, Elsa Barkley Brown, a UMD professor specializing in African American history and political culture, and Robert Lehrman, who has been the speechwriter for dozens of Democratic political figures including Vice President Al Gore and is author of The Political Speechwriter's Companion.

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
Stadium Drive on the campus of UMD - College Park, MD

Metro: College Park and take a bus or taxi

Evening - Panel Discussion at Ford's Theatre - Metro Center

"With Charity for All: Lives Changed by Hate"

7:00pm

Note: Due to the Government Shutdown's impact on Ford's Theatre this event has been relocated to the
Center for Education and Leadership at 514 10th St, NW
Free, however tickets are required. Tickets are available in person at the Ford's Theatre box office (free) or online at www.fords.org (Ticketmaster fees apply).

This panel discussion focuses on and draws lessons from three incidents connected to gender, sexual orientation, racial or cultural bias. Featuring Dave O'Malley (former Laramie sheriff during the Matthew Shepard murder investigation and trial); Billy Rowles (former Jasper sheriff during the James Byrd Jr. murder investigation and trial; and members of KhushDC.
New location: Center for Education and Leadership across the street at 514 10th St NW 

Ford's Theatre
511 10th St NW
Metro: Metro Center or you can also walk easily from Gallery Pl - Chinatown 9th St exit

PAST: FASHION: This MON, Oct 7th Crystal City boutique Gossip on 23rd hosts "Pop In Pop Out" from 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Free

"Pop In Pop Out" at Gossip on 23rd in Crystal City, VA
Monday, October 7th

6:00pm - 9:00pm

All ages, Free, RSVP on facebook

Enjoy mingling over wine and snacks

Arlington boutique, Gossip, invites you to their second "Pop In Pop Out" Monday night event introducing the DC and NOVA community to local small businesses. "Gossip on 23rd" Pop-Up Shop will feature clothing, jewelry, accessories and housewares created and/or designed by local entrepreneurs! 

Gossip on 23rd

566 23rd St S - Arlington, VA

Metro: Crystal City, make a right towards Eads Street. Then make a left and walk to 23rd St. South. Make a right on 23rd St and walk up one block to the corner of 23rd & Fern Street. 

PAST: ART: "Structural Elements" Sculpture by Kreshnik Xhiku at the Art League in Old Town Alexandria, VA from THURS, Sept 5th - MON, Oct 7th, Free

Kreshnik Xhiku

Structural Elements: Sculpture by Kreshnik Xhiku
on view at the Art League in Old Town Alexandria, VA

Free

Thursday, September 5th -  Monday, October 7th


Sculptor and Art League instructor Kreshnik Xhiku presents a collection of wood and metal sculptures exploring the bounds between figurative and abstracted sculpture in "Structural Elements." Presented by The Art League Gallery Hours:  Monday - Saturday 10:00am - 6:00pm Thursday 10:00am - 9:00pm Sunday 12:00pm - 6:00pm.

The Art League - in The Torpedo Factory
105 North Union St - by the Waterfront 

in Old Town, Alexandria, VA

Metro: King St and take the free trolley down to the waterfront, or any bus that runs down King St

PAST: MEDITATION: "Reducing Stress Through Meditation" Intro to Meditation with William Smith this SUN, Oct 6th at the Woodridge Library in NE from 3:00pm - 4:00pm, Free

"Reducing Stress Through Meditation" an Intro to Meditation at the Woodridge Library in NE, just off Rhode Island Ave
Sunday, October 6th
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Free

Learn more about how you can reduce stress through meditation at the Woodridge Library, located in NE just off of Rhode Island Ave. The scientific community has recently been exploring the use of meditation as a healing modality. Join William Smith, retired Army Lt Colonel as he discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation to reduce stress-related responses, improve concentration, enhance clarity of thought and mental equilibrium. He will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life personally, professionally and spiritually.

This meditation talk is organized with Science of Spirituality DC, which offers free meditation workshops throughout the Mid-Atlantic region, including the DC area. Learn more about SOS DC and Jyoti Meditation on their website. You can also connect with the SOS Midatlantic page on facebook and the local DC chapter on twitter @SOS_WashDC.

About the Presenter: William Smith, a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel engineer, has a master’s degree in Geographic Information Systems and is a graduate of the Command and General Staff College and has held many leadership positions during his successful 20 year military career. William retired from the Army in 1998 and spends his time in volunteer work for the Science of Spirituality. He currently directs the Darshan Meditation Camp, a summer camp for children, and assists in managing a meditation retreat center near Washington D.C. William has practiced meditation since 1973. He has traveled extensively and given talks on meditation and spirituality in several countries.


Woodridge Library
1801 Hamlin St. NE
Metro Stop: Rhode Island Ave and walk or bike about 1 mile or take any of the 80 line buses that run north along Rhode Island Ave to 18th St NE. See metro trip-planner for bus schedules.

PAST: MUSIC: Special Event in McLean, VA Honoring the Life of Violinist, Holocaust Survivor and former Associate Concertmaster of The Philadelphia Orchestra, David Arben, featuring a performance of "Haim" and other works by Sound Impact as part of the "Music in McLean" series! SUN, Oct 6th from 4:00pm - 6:00pm - Special Offer for $10 Tickets, regularly $25

David Arben

Special discount offer for Free in DC fans!

Sound Impact performs as part of the Music in McLean series - "Haim" and other works, inspired by the life of Violinist, Holocaust Survivor and former Associate Concertmaster of The Philadelphia Orchestra, David Arben at Church on Georgetown Pike in McLean, VA - with Arben in person
Sunday, October 6th
4:00pm - 6:00pm

$10 special offer!
Tickets are $25 and $10 for students

*Special Offer* My friend Liz will be working at the door she has offered to give all Free in DC readers $10 tickets! Just ask for her when you get there!

Sound Impact

This Debut Concert will feature Sound Impact:  Rebecca Jackson, Violin, Jae Cosmos Lee, Violin, Tiffany Richardson, Viola, Danielle Cho, Cello, Ashley Smith, Clarinet, and Konstantin Soukhovetski, Piano. "Join us for a captivating afternoon of chamber music featuring string quartets by Brahms and Mozart. The program culminates in Haim (2012), inspired by the life of David Arben, Holocaust survivor and former associate concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra, written by Polina Nazaykinskaya for string quartet, clarinet, piano, and spoken word."

Saint Luke Catholic Church

7001 Georgetown Pike - McLean, VA

Metro: See metro trip-planner for best bus access, not that close to a metro 

PAST: PHOTOGRAPHY: Final Day to check out FotoBazaar Pop-Up Gallery in NoMa! SUN, Oct 6th from 10:00am - 6:00pm, Free

FotoBazaar A Pop-Up Gallery in NOMA
Final Day -  Sunday, October 6th
10:00am - 6:00pm
Free

view and share facebook invite

FotoDC, the organizers of FotoWeek, present FotoBazaar, the city's first massive, open-to-all, un-juried FotoBazaar that will be held in a vast space in NoMa where photographers can sell their work. Over 200 photographers, 1000+ photographs will be a part of this event, held in a 25,000 sq. ft space, provided by JBG Companies, located in NOMA. Artists will get to sell their work and keep 100% of the proceeds…or simply display their finest pieces for crowds to admire. FotoDC will also select their five favorite FotoBazaar works to exhibit at a unique, outdoor show in the National Geographic courtyard during this year’s 6th-annual FotoWeekDC’s citywide photography festival. They’ll also select images to rotate on their on-line "Best of FotoBazaar" Gallery during FotoWeek 2013.

NoMa
51 N St NE
Metro: NoMa – Gallaudet

PAST: SPECIAL EVENT: "The Loving Kindness Tour: A Rare Display of Sacred Buddha Relics to Inspire Peace" On view at the Church of the Holy City on 16th St + related Free Talks, Meditations and Music events SUN, Oct 6th from 10:00am - 5:00pm, Free

The Loving Kindness Tour: A Rare Display of Sacred Buddha Relics to Inspire Peace will be coming to DC and on view at the Church of the Holy City on 16th St, near Corcoran

Final Day - Sunday, October 6th

10:00am - 5:00pm
Free

Plus, a Weekend Celebration of Loving Kindness! Free Films, Talks, Meditation + Music

This is a rare opportunity to experience an exhibit of sacred relics from Shakyamuni, the historical Buddha (donated by His Holiness the Dalai Lama), as well as other Buddhist masters from India, Tibet, Korea and China. Learn more about the Relics Exhibit. Plus, See Images of the Full Relics Collection and  a Video About the Relics Tour.

In addition to the exhibition of relics, BuddhaFest and Allies in Compassion are offering films, talks, meditation and music throughout the weekend. Schedule of Events for A Celebration of Loving Kindness is listed below. All events are offered free of charge! Space is limited so please arrive early.

Sunday, October 6th

Noon - 1pm: Guhyasamaja Center: Universal Love
Lorne Ladner presents a talk and guided meditation, based on Gyumed Khensur Rinpoche's unique presentation of a meditation on equanimity and universal love. This teaching is based on Rinpoche's new book, Easy Path: Illuminating the Panchen Lama's Secret Instructions," where he presents a beautiful meditation that includes nine contemplations on Mahayana equanimity.

1pm - 2pm: Heart Songs
Angela Blueskies leads a session that invites you to embrace self-expression. Using embodied meditations on sound that are inspired by yoga, she will lead group chants and facilitate simple and fun exercises that connect your voice and heart, and that encourage the expression of your authentic truth.

2pm - 3pm: Shambhala Meditation Center of Washington, DC Presents
Shastri Jerry Webster leads an exploration into how the practice of meditation allows us to come into contact with our own basic goodness and that of the world around us. In Shambhala Buddhism, as in most forms of Buddhism, love and compassion begin at "home."

3:30pm - 5:00pm: Film - BUCK See Trailer HERE
This film was the documentary winner of the 2011 Sundance Film Festival Audience Award. BUCK is a richly textured and visually stunning film that follows a real-life "horse-whisperer".

Church of the Holy City
1611 16th St NW
Metro: Dupont Circle and walk five blocks or take the S2 or S4 bus along 16th St to the stop closest to 16th & Corcoran

PAST: ART: Check out the G40 Art Summit before it leaves this SUN, Oct 6th! On view at Blind Whino. New Arts Space in SW, Free

2013 G40 Art Summit on view at Blind Whino
Free
Sunday, September 13th - Sunday, October 6th

Open: Friday: 7pm - 11pm, Saturdays: 12pm - 11pm an dSundays: 12pm - 6pm.

This annual summit is on view at the brand new space, pictured left, Blind Whino, which opened on September 6th. Read more about Blind Whino in the express article

Blind Whino
734 1st St SW
Metro: Waterfront

PAST: HIGHLIGHTS: Three more events for SUN, Oct 6th

Spinning 4 Israel Cancer Research 
Sunday, October 6th
1:00pm - 6:00pm
by donation, RSVP required
The Israel Forever Foundation and Bike for the Fight are co-sponsoring "Spinning 4 Israel Cancer Research" at Off Road DC in the U Street Corridor. All proceeds will be donated to the Israel Cancer Research Fund, which supports cancer research programs in Israel for the benefit of Israel and of all mankind, by supporting and encouraging Israel's scientists to conduct their groundbreaking research in Israel. Learn more here.
OffRoad DC
905 U St, NW
Metro: U St

Mushroom Fair 
Sunday, October 6th
12:00pm - 5:00pm
All ages, Free
None Join the Mycological Association of Washington for the 12th annual Mushroom Fair, a day of forays, cooking demonstrations, scientific exhibits, and other fun activities — all featuring nature’s great recycler: the humble mushroom.
Brookside Gardens Visitors Center
1800 Glenallan Ave.
Metro: Glenmont and walk, bike or taxi

Film Screening of "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" and Q&A with editor Justin Guerrieri
Sunday, October 6th
2:00pm
Free
View facebook event
APA Film and TECRO present the DC premiere of "Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow" a comedy-drama by writer/director Arvin Chen, followed by a Q&A with film editor Justin Guerrieri, who grew up in the DC area, will follow the screening. The film defies the clichés of romantic comedies and tackles the dilemmas and conundrums in the relationships and lives of modern men and women. The film premiered in Berlin and Tribeca (N.Y), and will be released in the U.S. in December 2013 but you can see it in October for free! Seating for the film is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Auditorium doors will open approximately 30 minutes before each show.
Freer Gallery, Meyer Auditorium
Jefferson Drive at 12th St SW
Metro: Smithsonian

PAST: STUDENT DISCOUNT: Final Day to check out the (e)merge Art Fair! Students, Seniors & Groups of 10 or more can get in for $10, regular cost is $15 at the Capitol Skyline Hotel SUN, Oct 6th from 12:00pm - 5:00pm

(e)merge art fair is back at the Capitol Skyline Hotel - this weekend only!

Final Day - Sunday, October 6th

12:00pm - 5:00pm

Students/Seniors $10 per day + 

Groups of 10 or more $10 each per day

More info here! on twitter @emergeartfair

Capitol Skyline Hotel

10 "I" St SW

Metro: Navy Yard, a nine minute walk from the metro, see walking map 

PAST: TEENS: Talent #ShowOff Free Fashion, Music & ArtShowcase for DC Youth, as part of the One City Youth Initiative. EnjoyFree Food, Giveaways, Poetry, Music and More! SAT, Oct 5th from 1:00pm- 3:00pm at the Columbia Heights Recreation Center

Talent #ShowOff - A Fashion, Music & Art Showcase for DC Youth - part of the One City Youth Initiative

Saturday, October 5th
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Free

Fashion Show, Freestyle Art, Music Performances & Poetry, plus Free food, Raffle Prizes, Giveaways and more!

The Talent #ShowOff event is part of the One City Youth initiative and the latest DOH effort to promote healthy outcomes among youth. By encouraging youth to “show off” their own talents and skills, the campaign aims to empower DC youth to make smart independent decisions about their health and well-being. The #ShowOff campaign’s targeted outreach will encourage youth to participate in activities that develop their leadership skills and cultivate self-awareness in their decision making.

WKYS personalities Deja Perez and Kelson will host the two hour long show. A roster of youth performers will entertain through dancing, positive rapping and poetry, coupled with a fashion show of upcoming young designers displaying their work, will give youth and young adults an exciting start to a safe and enriching school year. The event will also feature teen friendly information booths, from how to get a driver’s license, to how apply for community service hours for school. Booths include college and financial aid information, healthy lifestyle information, and afterschool and job program information. Sponsored by DOH, DC Children and Youth Investment Trust Corporation and DPR.

Columbia Heights Recreation Center

1480 Girard St NW

Metro: Columbia Heights or take the 52 or 54 bus along 14th St or the S2 or S4 along 16th to the stop closest to Girard, which is between Fairmont/ Fuller and Harvard.

PAST: NOW at the Corcoran "Ellen Harvey: The Alien’s Guide to the Ruins of Washington, DC" WED, July 3rd - SUN, October 6th, $10 Admission, $8 for Seniors 62+ and Students with valid ID

NOW at the Corcoran "Ellen Harvey: The Alien’s Guide to the Ruins of Washington, DC"
Admission is Free on Saturdays this Summer!

See admission notes below

Wednesday, July 3rd - Sunday, October 6th

Ellen Harvey's new project is a glimpse into the world of the distant future. Human civilization having long-since come to an end, the earth is populated now only by ruins, ripe for archeological interpretation by visitors from another planet. Most immediately striking to these alien historians are the remains of the classical and neo-classical buildings that seem to have taken root in every corner of the globe.

Please note that there is no elevator access to the Rotunda Gallery. 

Regular admission, on other days, is: $10, $8 for Seniors 62+ and Students with valid ID, Free for those 12 and under. Members enjoy free admission year-round. Military Active Duty enjoy free admission year-round. 

Corcoran Gallery of Art 
500 17th St, NW

Metro: Farragut North or Farragut West and walk down 17th St toward E St about ten minutes or so

PAST: TALK: Pamela Hess of Arcadia Farms talks about "The 5Ws of Sustainable Agriculture and Eating" this SAT, Oct 5th from10:30am - 1:00pm at the Arlington Arts Center right by the Virginia SqMetro, Free

The 5 Ws of Sustainable Agriculture and Eating
Saturday, October 5th
10:30am - 1:00pm
Free

Virginia Cooperative Extension Workshop at Arlington Arts Center presents a Pamela Hess, Executive Director of Arcadia Farms who will talk about “The 5 Ws of Sustainable Agriculture and Eating.” Her lecture will highlight the economic and social impact of eating local food while providing the basics of sustainable agriculture – what makes some produce safer than others, and how to find the best food to put on your table. The lecture will be followed by a Q&A about sustainable food in an urban community.

Arlington Arts Center
3550 Wilson Blvd
Metro: Virginia Sq

PAST: FESTIVAL: The 7th Annual Columbia Heights Day is thisSAT, Oct 5th from 10:00am - 6:00pm, Free

7th Annual Columbia Heights Day
Saturday, October 5th
10:00am - 6:00pm
Free, rain or shine

Come out to this popular community festival featuring live music, food trucks and dozens of local businesses and nonprofits. There will also be a KidsZone activity area for families with a petting zoo, games, arts and crafts and special performances. See full schedule of events and performances here.

Harriet Tubman Elementary Field
3101 13th St NW - entrance on Kenyon between 11th & 13th
Metro: Columbia Heights, walk north on 14th one block, turn right on Kenyon

PAST: MUSIC: Adams Morgan PorchFest celebrates local Talentby turning the porches of Ten Adams Morgan homes! SAT, Oct 5th from2:00pm - 6:00pm, Free

Adams Morgan PorchFest
"Not House Music. Music at Houses"
Saturday, October 5th
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Free

Adams Morgan PorchFest celebrates local talent by turning the front stoops and porches of several Adams Morgan homes into performance spaces where local musicians will play for the community for free! "Inspired by similar Porchfest events across the country aimed at creating a family friendly, neighborhood-based alternative to the nightclub music scene, Adams Morgan’s version will span an eclectic range of styles from Brazilian, Irish and jazz, to indie rock, children’s music and even Egyptian Nubian folkloric(!)"

Participating bands/artists include, among others:
Karl Straub (impressionistic songwriter/rock/old school country/jazz)
Doug Stevenson and the Spades (Americana)
La Unica (Irish/Latin)
Justin Trawick (rock jazz)
David Kitchen (roots rock)
Rube (heartfelt rock with a pop sensibility)
Brûlée (Jazz-infused, Americana-marinated alt-pop)
Marsha Goodman-Wood (original kiddie-rock)

Sponsored by the Adams Morgan Business Improvement District (BID), Adams Morgan PorchFest is a joint project with Cultural Tourism DC and will bookend Art4All DC - One City, Four Quadrants, Activated with Arts: A Festival of Festivals that began September 13 and runs through October 6.

Adams Morgan
See a map of the ten participating homes

Metro: Woodley Park or Columbia Heights and walk or take the Circulator over to Adams Mill, you can also walk from Dupont Circle up 18th St or take the 42 bus along Connecticut Ave to Columbia Rd

PAST: FESTIVAL: The Annual "Taste of Bethesda" featuresFood, Music & More this SAT, Oct 5th from 11:00am - 4:00pm, Free,tickets for tastings available, four for $5

Taste of Bethesda - Food, Music & More
Saturday, October 5th
11:00am - 4:00pm
Free to attend,  $5 for four tasting tickets
Tastings cost between one to four tickets

Taste of Bethesda will bring more than 50 restaurants and five stages of entertainment to Bethesda’s Woodmont Triangle. Produced by the Bethesda Urban Partnership, downtown Bethesda’s famous food and music festival celebrates 24 years of diverse and delectable cuisine offered by Bethesda’s local restaurant community. Enjoy five stages featuring musical and cultural performances, and a children’s area featuring art and craft activities, balloons and face painting will provide additional entertainment for young visitors.

P.S. They are looking for volunteers to help out at the Festival. If you are interested, please email Valerie at VHillman@bethesda.org

Woodmont Triangle in Bethesda
Norfolk, Fairmont, St. Elmo, Cordell and Del Ray
Metro: Bethesda, walk three blocks, for those driving, free parking will be available in downtown Bethesda’s public garages. The free Bethesda Circulator will transport visitors to and from the Bethesda Metro station and public garages.

PAST: VARIETY SHOW: "Under the Counter" will feature Comics, Music and the Debut Performance by Andrew Grossman's new project The Man + The Machine at The Dunes this SAT, Oct 5th from 8:00pm - 2:00am, doors 7:00pm, $8, Free after 10:30pm, All Ages, Bar for those 21+

Under the Counter Presents Andrew Grossman and The Man + The Machine at The Dunes
Saturday, October 5th
8:00pm - 2:00am, doors and bar 7:00pm
All ages, $8, Free after 10:30pm
Bar available for those 21+

Under the Counter, DC's newest variety show, presents local comedy and music this Saturday at the Dunes. Hosted by Reggie Melbrough (Don’t Block the Box, Through the Looking Glass). Plus DJ and Drink Specials. Enjoy music from Jonathan Parker Octet (Capitol Bop jazz loft feature) and the debut performance by Andrew Grossman’s (The North Country) newest musical project, The Man + The Machine.

Comedians include: Michael Foody (City Paper's Best stand-up comic), Natalie McGill (State Theatre), Sean Joyce (Underground Comedy DC), & Jheisson Nunez (State Theatre).

The Dunes 
1402 Meridian Pl NW
Metro: Columbia Heights, walk up 14th St. to Meridian Place

PAST: ART: Mei Mei Chang's Mixed Media Show "Voyage in Tangible Space" at the Fisher Art Gallery at NoVa Community College FRI, Sept 6th - SUN, Oct 6th

Mei Mei Chang "Voyage in Tangible Space"
Free
On view Friday, September 6th - Sunday, October 6th
Monday - Friday 10:00am - 4:00pm & weekends during events

Mei Mei Chang's mixed media show "Voyage in Tangible Space" on view at the Fisher Art Gallery in Schlesinger Hall, Northern Virginia Community College campus.

Fisher Art Gallery - Rachel M. Schlesinger Concert Hall
at NoVa Community College
3001 North Beauregard St - Alexandria, VA
Metro: See metro trip-planner for best bus access from metro

PAST: SPECIAL EVENT: TOMS Vagabond Tour stops in DC! They'llbe at Sixth & I on FRI, Oct 4th from 12:00pm - 6:30pm, Free

TOMS Vagabond Tour - DC Stop at Sixth & I!
Friday, October 4th
12:00pm - 6:30pm
Free, RSVP Requested

Back in September 2011, Sixth & I hosted an event with Blake Mycoskie, the Founder and Chief Shoe Giver of TOMS, for the release of his New York Times bestselling book Start Something That Matters. TOMS has given over 10 million pairs of new shoes to children in need since it began in 2006. The company also now includes TOMS Eyewear, helping to save and restore sight for those in need.

Today, TOMS is coming back to Sixth & I as part of the TOMS Vagabond Tour! A giant van full of quirky TOMS staff who will be making stops at festivals, fairs, (a synagogue) and giving locations around the country. Stop by the parking lot across the street from the Sixth & I Synagogue's I Street entrance between noon and six to meet TOMS staff and learn more the work they do + check out the Swag-abond, Vagabong exclusives you can't get elsewhere, and and pick up some free stuff! They'll also be running a challenge called "Start Something That Matters" where you can share how has TOMS inspired you to start something that matters and enter for a chance to win a trip to LA to meet with TOMS founder, Blake Mycoskie. Read more about the event here.

Parking lot across from the Sixth & I Synagogue
600 I St NW
Metro: Gallery Place - Chinatown or take the Circulator bus to the stop closest to 6th & Mass

PAST: FILM + PANEL: "Age of Aluminum" Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion at Georgetown University FRI, Oct 4th from 1:30pm - 4:00pm, Free

"Age of Aluminum" Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion at Georgetown University
Friday, October 4th
1:30pm - 4:00pm
Free

Come out to Georgetown for a free documentary screening of “The Age of Aluminum” (learn more about the film here) followed by a panel discussion. This German film uncovers how aluminum mining and personal exposure have triggered serious environmental and health concerns, and looks at what can be done to limit the negative impact. You can read more about the film here. Hosted by the International Center for Interdisciplinary Studies of Immunology, GUMC, Washington, DC & the Children's Medical Safety Research Institute, McLean, VA

ICC Auditorium, Georgetown University
37th & O St NW
Metro: Dupont Circle, north exit, and take the free Georgetown University Shuttle from Mass & 20th

PAST: OUTDOOR FILM: The Final Screening of the Fall Outdoor Movie Night Series in Lamont Park, Mt Pleasant will be "Best in Show" on FRI, Oct 4th from 7:15pm - 9:30pm, Free

Fall Outdoor Movie Nights in Lamont Park - Mt Pleasant!
Friday, September 6th  - Friday, October 4th
every other Friday - three films total
7:15pm - 9:30pm
Free

Mount Pleasant Main Street announces Fall Outdoor Movie Nights in Lamont Park every other Friday from September 6th - October 4th.  Rain day on Sundays at the same time. Food and drink specials available from local businesses, including specials from Radius pizza, and the Fojol Bros. of Merlindia food truck!

Final Film of the Series!

Friday, October 4th

Best In Show

Lamont Park

3258 Mt Pleasant St, NW at Lamont

Metro: Columbia Heights or take the 42 bus from Dupont or downtown toward Mount Pleasant to the last stop at Lamont & Mt Pleasant St. You can also take the H2 or H3 bus to Park and Mount Pleasant.

PAST: GRAND OPENING: SCRAP DC Celebrates their New Home in Brookland with Free Activities from 12:00pm - 6:00pm and Housewarming Party from 6:30pm - 8:30pm on THURS, Oct 3rd!

SCRAP DC Grand Opening!
Thursday, October 3rd

12:00pm - 8:30pm

Make It, Take It activities in the workshop room

12:00pm - 6:00pm

Housewarming Party with music, food, drinks, raffles, and crafting 

6:30pm - 8:30pm
All events are Free!

SCRAP DC is a project of SCRAP, a 501(c)(3) whose mission is to inspire creative reuse and environmentally sustainable behavior by providing educational programs and affordable materials to the community. You can think of us as a thrift shop for artists, crafters, teachers, parents, DIY-ers, and everyone who loves to create. Learn more about SCRAP DC's new home. 

"Name another place in DC where you can buy fabric at $2/yard. Just try to beat artist-quality paint brushes starting at 10¢. Does the mere thought of "getting crafty" make you break out in hives? We've got stuff for you too! A full roll of gift wrap is just 50¢ and we've also got containers, some toys and games, even office supplies. Pay by cash, check or charge."

"Donate one of the following housewarming supplies and you’ll be entered in to the night’s raffle: Toilet paper, Environmentally friendly dish soap/hand soap/general cleaner, flowers for the garden, paper towels, tea, coffee, coffee maker, working cordless phone."

Their regular hours will be:
Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 12:00pm - 6:00pm, Saturday 12:00pm - 2:00pm

SCRAP DC - new home!

3101 12th St NE map

Metro: Brookland, walk about .4 miles or walk .6 miles from the Rhode Island Ave station Map. They are also close to the Metropolitan Branch Trail for those who wish to bike and there is a  Bikeshare Station directly across the street.

PAST: ART: "Crowns" A Chess Inspired Gallery Show at The Fridge + Closing Party SUN, Oct 27th from 5:00pm - 7:00pm, On View SAT, Oct 12th - SUN, Oct 27th, Free

Crowns: A Chess Inspired Gallery Show with Words Beats & Life at The Fridge
Free
On view Saturday, October 12th - Sunday, October 27th

See Eventbrite for additional related events, also noted below

From the invite: "Curated by Zoma Wallace. The works featured in Crowns highlight the strategic patterning (behaviors, actions, routes, relationships, etc.) that people learn and incorporate into daily life in order to overcome challenges and opposition faced during the arc of ones life experience. Using these learned patterns as a piece on lifes board, personal empowerment comes when we recognize and utilize the special moves or inherent talents within ourselves, no matter how minute."

Featuring works by: Shawn Yu, Tim DeVenney, Anna U Davis, Daria Grayer, Stan Squirewell, Thomas Canavan, Nicholas Zimbro, David Ibata, Kirk Waldroff, Decoy, Sam Scharf, Tim Conlon, Kenny George, Dana Maier and Deemont Peekaso.

Sunday, October 27th 

Closing Party! Crowns Mixtape Listening Party, Concert & Music Video Shoot

5:00pm - 7:00pm 

Free, RSVP to crowns@wblinc.org
For the last 2 years, DJ RBI has been working on the newest mixtape of Words Beats & Life, “Crowns” featuring artists from around the country and some of the DMV’s own. Join us for a listening party, concert and video shoot at the closing of “Crowns."

The Fridge
516 8th St SE
Metro: Eastern Market, keep right on 8th St near Starbucks, cross the street, turn left into the alley right after Belga Cafe across from matchbox

PAST: PHOTOGRAPHY TALK: Ansel Adams Protegee Mariana Cook comes to the Arts Club of Washington on TUES, Oct 1st at 7:00pm to talk about her new book "JUSTICE: Faces of the Human Rights Revolution," Free

JUSTICE: Faces of the Human Rights Revolution; the DC area's Latino Ministry at the Arts Club of Washington
Tuesday, October 1st 

7:00pm

Free

The Literary Committee of the Arts Club presents fine art photographer Mariana Cook - the last protegee of Ansel Adams - to discuss her new book "JUSTICE: Faces of the Human Rights Revolution" followed by a discussion on Latino Ministry in the Washington area led by Rev. Simon Bautista-Betances. 

Arts Club of Washington
2017 I St NW
Metro: Farragut West or take any of the 30 line buses along I St ri

PAST: POETRY: Poet, Writer and Playwright Nick Flynn comes to the Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital for a Reading and Conversation TUES, Oct 1st from 7:00pm - 9:00pm, Free, RSVP is Required

Hill Center Poetry Series presents Nick Flynn

at the Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

Tuesday, October 1st 

7:00pm - 9:00pm

Free, RSVP Required

• Enjoy a reading and conversation with Poet, Writer and Playwright Nick Flynn, moderated by The Washington Post book critic and editor Ron Charles.
  
  Nick Flynn is the author of three memoirs, The Reenactments (Norton, 2013), The Ticking is the Bomb: A Memoir of Bewilderment (2010), and Another Bullshit Night in Suck City (2004)—currently being published under the title Being Flynn—which won the PEN/Martha Albrand Award for the Art of the Memoir and has been translated into fifteen languages. Another Bullshit Night in Suck City has been made into a film, Being Flynn, starring Robert DeNiro as Flynn's father, Julianne Moore as his mother, and Paul Dano as Nick. He is also the author of three books of poetry, The Captain Asks For a Show of Hands (Graywolf, 2011), Some Ether (Graywolf, 2000), which won the PEN/Joyce Osterweil Award, and Blind Huber (Graywolf, 2002).
• Ron Charles is the editor of The Washington Post's book section and a weekly fiction critic. For several years, he also edited The Post's "Poet's Choice" column in Book World. His reviews have won the National Book Critics Circle Award for best criticism and 1st place for Arts & Entertainment Commentary from the Society for Features Journalism. Washingtonian Magazine named him as one of the 40 people who shaped DC in 2010. Before coming to The Post, he was the Books editor at The Christian Science Monitor. He and his wife, an English teacher, live in Bethesda, Md.
  
  This event is co-sponsored by the Library of Congress and The Washington Post and is made possible by funding from National Capital Bank.

Hill Center at the Old Naval Hospital

Abraham Lincoln Hall

921 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE
Metro: Eastern Market, walk 2 blocks east on Pennsylvania Ave

PAST: MUSIC: OneBeat - featuring Musicians from Around the World - performs at Busboys and Poets 5th & K after their show at the Millennium Stage! TUES, Oct 1st at 9:00pm, All ages, Free

OneBeat performs at Busboys and Poets 5th & K after their Millennium Stage show

Tuesday, October 1st

9:00pm

All ages, Free, RSVP Requested

"OneBeat brings musicians from around the world for a residency and tour program in the U.S. OneBeat is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and produced by Bang on a Can's Found Sound Nation."

After their show at the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage from 6:00pm - 7:00pm,
OneBeat will perform at Busboys & Poets 5th & K St for an evening of thought-provoking music and dialogue. Featuring OneBeat ensembles with some very special guests.

Busboys and Poets

5th & K St NW
Metro: Mt Vernon Sq or take a bus closer

PAST: AUTHOR TALK: Najla Said talks about her new book "Looking for Palestine" - a memoir from the daughter of Edward Said about growing up Arab American - at Busboys and Poets 14th & V on TUES, Oct 1st from 6:30pm - 8:30pm, Free

Author Event, Najla Said at Busboys and Poets 14th & V

Tuesday, October 1st

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Free

Teaching for Change's Busboys and Poets Bookstore welcomes Najla Said to discuss and sign her new book, Looking for Palestine. A frank and entertaining memoir, from the daughter of Edward Said, about growing up second-generation Arab American and struggling with that identity.

"The daughter of a prominent Palestinian father and a sophisticated Lebanese mother, Najla Said grew up in New York City, confused and conflicted about her cultural background and identity. Said knew that her parents identified deeply with their homelands, but growing up in a Manhattan world that was defined largely by class and conformity, she felt unsure about who she was supposed to be, and was often in denial of the differences she sensed between her family and those around her. The fact that her father was the famous intellectual and outspoken Palestinian advocate Edward Said only made things more complicated..." (read more) 

About the Author: Najla Said has performed off Broadway, regionally and internationally, as well as in film and television. In April 2010, Said completed a nine-week sold-out off Broadway run of her solo show, Palestine, which features some of the material in this book. She is a frequent speaker and performer at schools across the country, and lives in New York City.

Busboys and Poets

14th & V St NW

Metro: U St or take the Circulator bus, McPherson-Woodley route, right to 14th & U 

PAST: FILM: BloomScreen and the DC Palestinian Film & Arts Festival present "Lyrics Revolt" this TUES, Oct 1st from 7:00pm - 8:15pm All ages, by donation, $10 suggested

BloomScreen and the DC Palestinian Film & Arts Festival present: Lyrics Revolt

Tuesday, October 1st

7:00pm - 8:15pm

This week's film is only 50 minutes

All ages, by donation, $10 suggested

No one turned away, please give as you can

Free organic popcorn and refreshments

Note: Films start at 7:00pm ideally so please arrive a little earlier if you can 

Lyrics Revolt (2011, 50 min, view trailer), by Shannon Farhoud, Ashlene Ramadan, Melanie Fridgant, Rana Khaled Al Khatib - As pro-democracy revolutions spread through the Arab world, one sound in particular is echoing the hopes, dreams and frustrations of its people: hip hop. ‘Lyrics Revolt’ captures leading Arab artists who employ the sharp political edge of hip hop during this game-changing time for the MENA region and beyond. (Arabic and English, with English subtitles). After the film there will be a Q&A discussion with the audience about hip hop in the Arab world. The audience will be joined by several members of the DC-PFAF board. 

The DC Palestinian Film and Arts Festival (DC-PFAF) is a volunteer-run project organized by the DC chapter of the US Palestinian Community Network (USPCN-DC) in Washington, DC to showcase the work of Palestinian filmmakers and artists. It is the first effort of its kind in DC to shine the spotlight solely on Palestinian filmmakers.

Proceeds will support the DC Palestinian Film and Arts Festival (DC-PFAF) and BloomBars. Free popcorn and refreshments provided. BloomScreen Indie Film Night – is a weekly series of independent and foreign films, accompanied by discussions with filmmakers and other experts.

BloomBars
3222 11th St, NW
at Kenyon, next to Wonderland
Metro: Columbia Heights, walk one block north on 14th, turn right on Kenyon, left on 11th

PAST: CABARET: Monthly: "Takoma Cabaret" series in MD - every 1st FRI of the month - at El Golfo near Takoma and Silver Spring from 9:00pm - 12:00am, by donation

Takoma Cabaret "Real Vaudeville Style Cabaret!"

every 1st Friday of the month

9:00pm - 12:00am

early arrival recommended

by donation, $10 and up suggested

Takoma Cabaret is held every 1st Friday of the month and is hosted by Jam/Folk Musician Peggy Brennan."Variety show, music, poetry, hula-hooping, and of course Cabaret! Kitchen will be open 'til 11:00pm. Suggested donation $10, more if you can, less if you can't. Really." See main website for more details.

El Golfo Restaurant

8739 Flower Avenue - in MD
Metro: Note: Between Takoma and Silver Spring metro, not sure if there is a bus that gets you there, please see metro for access, or if not, you can take a cab. Looks like it's only about 1.5 miles. (map)

PAST: FESTIVAL: Poets & Writers will be happy to hear about this one! "District of Literature" a Day-long Festival at the Library of Congress and the Folger Shakespeare Library on MON, Sept 30th, Readings and Panels from 9:30am - 9:00pm, followed by a Reception, Free

District of Literature a day-long festival

Monday, September 30th

9:30am - 10:00pm
Free

See full schedule of events here

A day-long festival reflecting DC's literary past, present, and future and showcases the work of DC's resident poets, writers, and literary organizations, including Marie Arana, Edward P. Jones, George Pelecanos, and Richard McCann. 

This full day of events is sponsored by the Folger Shakespeare Library, Library of Congress and PEN/Faulkner. This day is made possible by support from the DC Commission on the Arts & Humanities, an agency supported by the National Endowment for the Arts, and a media sponsorship by Slate. 

Highlights in the morning include a reading by DC Poet Laureate Dolores Kendrick, a reading curated by The American Poetry Museum on "Sterling Brown, DC's First Poet Laureate" and a panel hosted by Split this Rock, poetry festival, "Possessed of This City: Bringing the Spirit of DC Poetry to the Nation." General Schedule below.

Readings & Panel Discussions

9:30am - 4:00pm 

Free

Library of Congress

Jefferson Building, Room LJ-119

Metro: Capitol South

Evening Readings followed by a Reception

5:00pm & 7:30pm
Folger Shakespeare Library
201 East Capitol Street, SE

Metro: Capitol South