MUSIC: Solid acoustic singer-songwriter Dan Mark plays with pretty pop outfit Arc of June at Galaxy Hut. $5, 9 p.m.

MOVIE: Military Intelligence and You! is a new parody of a WWII training film that makes overt fun of American arrogance and war time public relations. It’s playing at the E Street Cinemas tonight, and through this Thursday only. 7:50 and 9:55 p.m.

MUSIC: German electronic outfit Digitalism hits the stage at DC9, with openers DJ People’s Champion and Guns n Bombs. Doors open at 9, tickets are $18. Check out our full preview.

FOOD: The 20th anniversary of Taste of the Nation hits D.C. tonight, featuring samples from 60 of the city’s top restaurants and 35 local wineries. This year, mixologists from Bar Pilar, PS7, EatBar and Central will compete to make the best sweet and savory drinks. In addition, 4 guests will be randomly chosen to judge. General admission at 7 p.m. is $85, early VIP admission at 6 p.m. is $200. All proceeds from ticket sales will go towards local organizations working to end childhood hunger.

JAZZ: The military big bands that are stationed in the area are a must for any jazz fan. Featuring top notch musicians who play a wide array of material, the concerts are always excellent, and more importantly, FREE. The Army’s Jazz Ambassadors, the touring arm of the Army band, will be playing 8 and 10 p.m. sets at Blues Alley. Call 202-337-4141 to make reservations.
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