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MOVIE: Rebel Without a Cause is this summer’s finale to Screen on the Green, starting around 8:30 p.m. on the Mall between 4th and 7th street; arrive early to save seats, and bring lots of cold drinks to survive the heat.

MUSIC: Rock out to Michigan-based Afrobeat band NOMO at DC9. Last Tide opens. $12, 9 p.m.

JAZZ: You’re sure to hear some words of wisdom alongside great music tonight by Marshall Allen, the 85-year old avant-garde saxophonist best known for his work with the Sun Ra Arkestra, at Bossa Bistro & Lounge. all 202-667-0088 for set time and cover information.

READING: The 14th Street Busboys and Poets is hosting a book talk this evening at 6:30 p.m. for Dwayne Betts, who was convicted of six felonies at age 16 and served eight years in adult prison. Betts will discuss and sign copies of his new book, A Question of Freedom: A Memoir of Learning, Survival, and Coming of Age in Prison.

FOOD: Head to Columbia Heights tonight for the official opening night of Room 11, the new wine and dessert bar from Nick Pimentel, Paul Ruppert and company. Check out our first look.

MOVIE/RALLY: The folks behind D.C.’s bid for the 2014 Gay Games are hosting a pep rally tonight at Stead Park (17th and P Streets NW) emceed by ABC 7’s Leon Harris, followed by a viewing of the 2007 movie musical version of Hairspray. Pre-movie entertainment includes DJ Rosie, D.C.’s Different Drummers, raffle drawings and more. RSVP “Attending” via Facebook to win prizes from local bars and restaurants. Free. Gates open at 6; movie begins at sunset.