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MUSIC: The dynamic and powerful “queen of the dark scene” Zola Jesus (see our recent interview) plays the U Street Music Hall (1115 U Street NW) with Talk Normal this Thursday. Tickets: $15.

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DANCE: If you love the high energy and high stepping of Riverdance, stop by the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage (2700 F Street NW) tonight to see students from the Culkin School of Traditional Irish Dance perform in a similar style. 6 p.m. Free.

CHICKENS: Celebrate chickens at the Arlington Cinema and Drafthouse’s (2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington VA) I [heart] Hens event tonight, featuring stand-up comedy, a screening of the documentary Mad City Chickens, and a discussion on urban agriculture. Proceeds from the event go to the Arlington Egg Project. 7:00 p.m. $5.

FUNDRAISER: They say money can’t buy love, but it sure helps if you’re at a date auction. Help raise money for the The Washington Humane Society (and you know how we love our furry friends) by placing a bid in the Twist of Fate Valentine’s Day Singles Afterparty & Date Auction Fundraiser tonight at Hudson Restaurant and Lounge (2100 M street). 7:00-10:00 p.m. $10 minimum donation for admission.

JAZZ: Little Red and The Renegade’s Mardi Gras Special perform tonight in the most recent installment of the Take 5! jazz series at the American Art Museum Kogod Courtyard (750 9th Street NW). Along with this live Louisiana jazz, there will also be board games to borrow and play and refreshments for purchase in the Courtyard Café. 5:00-7:00 p.m. Free.