Photo by Ian LivingstonOUTDOOR MOVIE: NoMa Summer Screen’s family friendly outdoor movie nights continue tonight with a screening of Happy Feet at Sursum Corda plaza (L and First Streets NW). Before the film there will be activities for kids and free food. 7 p.m. Free.
FOOD & DRINK: Head over to DGS Delicatessen (1317 Connecticut Avenue NW) tonight for Smokin’ at the Deli, an evening of “Jewish barbecue, Johnny Cash, and Genesee Cream Ale.” DGS Delicatessen, Genesee Cream Ale and Washington City Paper are teaming up for this event, which will features 12-hour smoked brisket, pastrami baked beans, $3 Genesee Cream Ale, Johnny Cash on the speakers, and more. Call (202) 293-4400 for reservations. 7 p.m. Dishes and drinks individually priced.
SCIENCE: Dr. James Giordano, a neuroscientist and neuroethicist, discusses BRAIN (Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies), “a proposed collaborative research initiative with the goal of mapping the activity of every neuron in the human brain,” at Café Scientifique at The Front Page Restaurant (4201 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington) tonight. This evening of science is meant to be accessible for a wide audience, with the speaker translates very technical science into plain English. 5:30-8 p.m. Free.
TRIVIA: Let loose all that random knowledge in your noggin’ at Distric Trivia at Penn Social (801 E Street NW) tonight. Win a $25 Penn Social gift certificate, or come in second and get a free pitcher of beer. 7 to 9 p.m.
