>> Filmfest DC screens Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, a concert tour documentary unlike any you’ve seen. The movie follows a group of people fleeing from Sierra Leone’s decade-long civil war who form a unique band and face the daunting task of facing the future in a war-torn society. [4000 Wisconsin Ave., NW, $9, 6:45 p.m.]
>> As we told you last week, it’s a great week for lovers of big band music. The Army Blues kicks of three-night service band run at Blues Alley tonight.
[1073 Wisconsin Ave. NW, No Cover, 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.]
>> Adams Morgan’s Asylum continues to prove it’s not your average demon claw-adorned dungeon. Besides a surprisingly delicious brunch, it also plays host to a weekly poker tournament. Rounds of Texas hold ’em tournaments begin at 7 p.m. and 10 p.m., with drink specials and prizes. [2471 18th St. NW., Free, 7 and 10 p.m.]
>> The Whigs bring their buzzy rock to D.C. tonight at Rock & Roll Hotel. [1353 H St., NE, $10, Doors 8 p.m.]
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