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MUSIC: Andy Zipf, who we interviewed almost four years ago, will preform tonight with a full band at the Black Cat backstage. With Kaiser Cartel and Paul Michel. 9 p.m., $10.
FOOD & DRINK: Big Easy fans and just plain drinkers will want to head to the Museum of Natural History’s Atrium Cafe for History in a Glass: Famous New Orleans Cocktails. Learn about the history and making of New Orleans drinks from cocktail historian Phil Greene and master Big Easy mixologist Chris McMillian. Yes, there will be tastings. Admissions costs $60 ($45 for members) and the event runs from 6:45 to 8:45 p.m. For ticket availability information or to be added to the Wait List, call the Registration Office at 202-633-3030.
MUSIC: Tickets are still available to catch Gary Louris and Mark Olson from the Jayhawks tonight at the Birchmere. $25, 7:30 p.m.
DJ: A birthday party for local producer Kev Brown coincides with the three-year anniversary of the death of J. Dilla tonight at the Red Lounge. “Dilla’s Nite” will feature D.C.’s hip-hop elite celebrating both men, with Grap Luva hosting and DJs Roddy Rod, 2-Tone Jones, and Jon Laine performing. $7, 9 p.m.
CLASSICAL: Tonight is the final Washington performance by the Guarneri String Quartet in the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. After a late Beethoven quartet, the group’s founding cellist, David Soyer, will join in for what is sure to be a deeply felt performance of Schubert’s C major quintet. Tickets are sold out, but you can always check with the box office for a last-minute cancellation. 7:30 p.m.
MOVIE: Looking for a little pre-Valentine’s romance? Cut out of work early and head over to the AFI Silver to catch a screening of the incomparable Casablanca. 4:30 p.m.
