>> Susan Coll, author of Acceptance: A Novel will take you back to those insane days of writing the perfect college application and the agonizing wait for the elusive big envelope. She’ll be at Olsson’s in Dupont Circle tonight. Bring a flask and learn to laugh at those anxiety filled days. [1307 19th St., NW, Free, 7 p.m.]
>> As we mentioned Monday, Men at Work vet Colin Hay brings him impressive collection of solo work to Birchmere this evening. [3701 Mt. Vernon Ave, Alexandria, $22.50, 7:30 p.m.]
>> Artomatic continues this week with a must-do event for up and coming D.C. artists. Art history doctorate Jennifer Foley gives a seminar on creating successful grant proposals. Having been on “both sides” of the artist grants equation, Foley’s tips may help you get that next project off the ground. [2121 Crystal Drive, Arlington, Free, 7 p.m.]
>> Filmfest DC continues its cavalcade of international movies with the well-reviewed Eagle vs. Shark, an oddball romantic comedy from New Zealand. The film is set for wider distribution this summer, but you can catch a sneak peak of this kiwi import. [4000 Wisconsin Ave., NW, $9, 9 pm.]
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