Photo by Beau Finley.

YOGA AND BEER: Complete a one-hour, mixed-level vinyasa yoga class then taste craft beer when Grip the Mat hosts “Balance and Brews” at WeWork Wonder Bread Factory (641 S Street NW-Roof Terrace) 5:30-8 p.m. $25

CHEESE AND WINE: Sona Creamery and Wine Bar continues their series of pairing classes. This one will feature cheeses paired with four Sparkling Italian Wines from Villa Crespia. Sona Creamery and Wine Bar (660 Pennsylvania Avenue SE) 6:30-8 p.m. $45

FRANCHISING: Have you ever thought about opening up a franchise? You could franchise a Jimmy John’s, or a Pinkberry, but why not open up a Pure Barre studio instead? Learn what it will take to open up your own Pure Barre studio during tonight’s information session. W Hotel (515 15th Street NW) 7-8 p.m. Free

PAINTING 101: Learn basic painting techniques including overpainting and underpainting and art fundamentals like perspective and lighting during Art Jamz’ Intro to Painting Class. ArtJamz Dupont Studio (1728 Connecticut Avenue NW) 7-8:30 p.m. $36

TERRIFYING STORIES: The stories will probably be more hilariously terrifying, as the funniest 7-minute story based on the theme “terrifying” will win a $150 cash prize. Busboys and Poets (2021 14th Street NW) 9 p.m. $12