Photo by John Sonderman.

ROMANCE: Write your own bawdy short story or bring the most ridiculous romance novel you can find and read it aloud at “Romantic Romps: Sultry Summer Edition,” hosted by Upshur Street Books. Petworth Citizen (829 Upshur Street NW) 8 p.m. Free.

GARDEN: Discuss the impact of seeds, seed saving, and seed technology during the “Seeds of Innovation” edition of FOOD in the Garden. Ticket price includes two drinks and garden fresh food. Victory Garden (Constitution Avenue and 12th Street NW) 6-8 p.m. $40.

IMPROV: It’s night one of Improvalooza. Catch up to 18 performances featuring Bono impersonations, dance, mimes, animal puns, and more. Source (1835 14th Street NW) 8 p.m. $15 for a one day pass, $35 for an all-access pass for all 6 nights of the festival.