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MARTIAL ARTS: Tonight’s edition of “Can I Kick It?” features a screening of Bloodsport. As the movie plays, a DJ will mix hip-hop, funk, and soul with movie soundbites. Marvin (2007 14th Street NW) 6-9 p.m. Free (Discounted drinks until 7:30)

STORIES: Listen to stories and eat lots of chicken as Nerds in NoMa hosts SpeakeasyDC. Ooh Dat Chicken will have chicken sandwiches and tacos available for purchase. The Lobby Project (1200 First Street NE) 6-8 p.m. Free

PRESIDENTS: Brian Abrams, journalist for Mental Floss and High Times, and John Mathias, artist, illustrator, and graphic designer, discuss their book Party Like a President, a “colorful look at how our Chief Executives have kicked back.” Busboys and Poets (625 Monroe Street NE) 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free