With Gute Aussichten, a group of young German photographers bring diverse visions -- abstract, humanistic, and mundane -- that engage in dialogue not only with each other but with the history of German photography. more ›

The upper level gallery of the Goethe-Institut offers an intimate venue for this private, invite-only party. The Fringe Festival's 7 Lessons On Suicide gathers five friends and acquaintances (and one party crasher) to end it all, because why die alone when you can, you know, die alone in a house full of people? more ›

As we all know, storytelling is the lifeblood of history. Many storytellers use their skills to drive home the absurdities of current events (see our upcoming review of Fool for A Client), but Ellouise Schoettler uses this mode of preservation in its purest form in her Fringe Festival offering, Pushing Boundaries: to pass on her experiences as an activist for the Equal Rights Amendment to a new generation. Schoettler started her adulthood as most women did in the 1950s, with the choice to bide her time as a nurse, teacher, or librarian (she choose the first one) until she found a husband. In 1968, with three kids in elementary school -- and a tragedy with the fourth -- she decided to go back to school, where she quickly and unexpectedly discovered the modern women's rights movement. more ›

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>> Tickets are still available to see Argentine-Swedish songwriter and solo classical guitar player José González, he of the awesome indie cover songs (and a bunch of originals, too) play the 9:30 Club. Doors 7:30 p.m., $20, with James Blackshaw. more ›

>> It's going to be hot, but tonight's Fort Reno lineup will be worth it: Greenland, Statehood and Kitty Hawk will each take the outdoor stage. 7:15 p.m., free. >> Stop by the opening night party of the Hip-Hop Theater Festival, at Andalu (1214 18th St, NW) starting at 9:30 p.m. DJ Rich Medina will spin a free set. >> D.C.'s geekiest lit fan-boys will be out in full force both tonight and tomorrow... more ›

>> We've been waiting for this all year, and it's finally here: Fort Reno kicks off this evening with Mass Movement of the Moth, Unbuckled alumni Deleted Scenes, and the Boom Orangutangs. Take Metro to Tenleytown/American Univeristy and head over to the grassy field at 3950 Chesapeake Street, NW. Shows usually start between 7 and 7:30. Picnics and camaraderie begin whenever you can get out of work. As always, leave the glass bottles and booze at home. more ›

>> Wish you too were living the dream of working a flexible job from home? Free yourself from the shackles of your office in time to make it to the Warehouse Theater by 7:30 p.m. for a comedy-infused presentation by Michelle Goodman, Seattle freelance writer and author of The Anti 9-to-5 Guide: Practical Career Advice for Women Who Think Outside the Cube. Men are also encouraged to attend. And it's free. >> Gear up... more ›

The world's most popular sporting event, soccer's World Cup, gets underway tomorrow in Germany. Unlike 2002 when matches took place in the wee hours, this year's start from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern time, meaning it's a lot easier to hit a bar or two and watch a game. Some DC area bars and restaurants are opening early for the fans, including Pour House on Capitol Hill, Lucky Bar in Dupont, and Fado... more ›

This Thursday marks the final 3rd Thursday of the Seventh Street gallery corridor before the summer hiatus. Various galleries and cultural organizations in the area will be open late and feature contemporary art exhibitions, artist talks, snacks and beverages, special screenings and an artist-guided gallery crawl. To join the tour, meet at the Goethe Institut at 812 Seventh St. NW at 6:30 p.m. >> Of special interest is "Gina Denton: Signal" at Flashpoint. This... more ›