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On Sale Now! Events in the ~ future ~ that you may want to buy tickets for before they sell out

Summer read nights! (multiple dates), tunes: Upchuck (7/24), Joan Baez at 6th & I (7/31), Balloon Day Block Party (8/24), murder by the book club (8/27), MJ Lenderman (10/30)

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Wednesday July 24

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I am once again asking you to bop local!

DC-based indie soul artist Sec. takes influence from the likes of Childish Gambino and Toro y Moi to deliver smooth, catchy tracks like “Summer Flame” and “melanincholy.” See him live at The Pocket with his band of local musicians, (also local) singer-songwriter Veronica Faison, and producer ABG! (7pm)

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$35 AYCE empanadas?? Say less

Treat yourself to hump day margaritas, all-you-can-eat empanadas, and tequila-themed kitchen towel block printing for National Tequila Day at Merry Pin! (6pm)

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Also || protest against Netanyahu, tunes: Lonny Taylor, Amari’s next step, tunes: Zach Mason, YIMBY happy hour, free books at yards park, bingo in Chevy Chase, networking happy hour, Ring cam, but make it art, content creation seminar

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Thursday July 25

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In my night market era

Stroll through Cleveland Park Night Market for wares from artisan local vendors and treat yourself to some pottery, candles, clothes, or other art! (5-9pm)

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Did you know July is Disability Pride Month?

I’ll be celebrating by attending the 3rd annual Disability Pride Comedy Night at MLK Jr. Library, an evening of recognizing diversity in comedy featuring funny people with disabilities! (7pm)

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Also || tunes: Hana Vu, tunes: Bushmeat Sound, champagne chic ($$$), comedy for community, free comedy and free beer!, tunes: David + Suz, community kayak night

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Friday July 26

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When I’m at the Howard Theatre, yeah I’m bumpin’ that

After weeks of rehearsing, I’m finally off book for the Lorde verse in “girl, so confusing” and the “Apple” dance, just in time for ~brat: the dance party~ at Howard Theatre! See you gays and girlies thereeeeee!!! (9pm)

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Cha-cha now y’all

Beginners and experienced dancers alike are welcome at Cuban Dance and Music Night! Stop by for a bite to eat and dance lessons from world-renowned DC Casineros, followed by a performance from Gerardo Contino Band. (5:30pm)

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Also || line dancing at The Parks, tunes: Grex / ¡FIASCO!, Ghostbusters with live score from the NSO, Cuban salsa night, free concert at National Landing, tunes: Previous Industries (feat. Open Mike Eagle), Clay and Curves, Critical Mass ride

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Saturday July 27

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Don’t make me choose between a museum and the movies!

Head to the National Gallery of Art for a free screening of “On the Occasion of Remembering the Turning Gate,” a story about love, fate, and making sense of life’s ambiguities, by Korean filmmaker Hang Sangsoo. (2pm)

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Celebrate all things DMV

Words Beats & Life presents DMV-Made, a family-friendly festival celebrating the intersection of arts and culture with health and wellness featuring performances from Go-Go, R&B, and punk groups! (1-7:30pm)

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Also || SAAM Arcade 2024!, theater: Noises Off, tunes: blink-182, Zinemaking workshop, Occipital Fashion Festival, Kids World, the Counterbalance (mini-music festival feat. DMV artists in go-go, R&B, punk), tunes: Wandering Bird, Flashband Showcase, foam party, Crafty Tales, Flashband Motown show, Swiss National Day 2024

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Sunday July 28

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Come hang out with us IRL!

730 Day is finally here! Come to (air-conditioned!!) Eckington Hall for some food, drinks, art, merch, and everything else you need to fight off the Sunday scaries. Plus, meet some local nonprofits working hard to serve our community including worker-led news outlet The 51st! ( 4-7pm)

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Your favorite newsletter’s favorite artist

If this is how you’re finding out who Chappell Roan is… you’re welcome, and I forgive you. For everyone else, come see Show of Hands transform into the Pink Pony Club and drink some Naked In Manhattans and HOT-TO-GOs with me!!! It’s what Chappell would want. (5pm, but come see us first 😈)

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Plotting & Thotting

Peter Maximillian Fortunato, aka Max Fortune, uses his data science skills to tell stories with data. He’s hosting a forum where you can learn how to collect data and process it into shareable visualizations! (4:30pm)

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Also || film: Sangsoo’s Tale of Cinema, tunes: Lianne La Havas (sold out), Bluejacket kolsch fest, tunes: Granny & The Boys, Maryland Union organizing school, yoga and dog adoption!

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Monday July 29

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Prints? Charming!

Local printmaker Winston Harris, whose work is on display throughout the DMV, is leading a small-scale workshop where you can learn the art of collaging and printmaking! (5:30pm)

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Also || tunes: Jessica Pratt, Profs & Pints: understanding trauma, free fitness class

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Tuesday July 30

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A Chance to learn on ABolition

Join MDC DSA’s abolition working groups for a Socialist Night School session on the aim of police abolition and what some alternatives to policing and prison look like. (7pm)