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TALK: Ryan and Hays Holladay, brothers who make up the innovative band Bluebrain, offer their thoughts on artist Doug Aitken’s Song 1 (which has been projected on the Hirshhorn’s exterior since March 22), by the fountain in the plaza at the museum tonight. 8:00-8:30 p.m. Free.

FOOD & DRINK: Take part in Fiola’s (601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW) “You Say Potato, I Say Juniper” mixology class tonight to learn about gin’s history and how to make three different types of gin cocktails. Call (202) 628-2888 to save your spot. 6:00-8:00 p.m. $85 (includes three cocktails paired with a three-course meal).

MOVIE: The Library of Congress is screening the film Bach and Friends, a documentary that features thoughts and performances of over two dozen artists, including Joshua Bell, Philip Glass, and Simone Dinnerstein. The film will be shown at the Mary Pickford Theater in the James Madison Building (2nd Street and Independence Avenue SE). 7:00 p.m. Free, no tickets required.

>> The Alden in McLean (1234 Ingleside Avenue McLean VA) continues their silent movie series with a showing of The Eagle. The film will be introduced by a film historian and preservationist and shown with live accompaniment. 8:00 p.m. Tickets: $10.

MUSIC: Check out the variety of options in the Weekly Music Agenda.

DANCE: The Washington Ballet’s production of Alice (in wonderland) is sold out tonight and through the end of its run. But take a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the ballet and a dress rehearsal through the ballet’s YouTube channel.