The set of East Coast Grow, a web series about D.C.’s pot industry that is screening at Suns Cinema on Friday. (Photo by Rachel Kurzius)
This weekend’s agenda includes a whole lot of beer and films, plus art, comics, and abortion storytelling.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16
INDOOR FILM: Catch a special screening of East Coast Grow at Suns Cinema in Mount Pleasant. The fictional comedy series follows growers as they navigate D.C.’s marijuana industry before and after Initiative 71. A Q&A will follow the screening. 8 p.m $10
OUTDOOR FILMS: Take your pick between a film about an animated monkey released from captivity and a movie about a woman held captive by her sister in a decaying mansion. The latest Chinese Movie Night features a screening of the animated film Monkey King: Hero is Back, starring Jackie Chan as the voice of the Monkey King. (Chinatown Park, 6th and I St N, 8 p.m, FREE), while the last Cinematery of the year features a screening of Whatever Happened to Baby Jane? (Congressional Cemetery) 7:30 p.m., $10 suggested donation
BEER FEST: A beer-centric weekend (see Saturday, below) kicks off with the Go West Beer Fest. State societies from Oregon, Colorado, Montana, Nevada, Washington, and Wyoming will each be offering several craft beers to taste at the North Hall at Eastern Market 10 p.m. $35
NSO POPS: The National Symphony Orchestra, comedy troupe The Second City, and Whose Line Is It Anyway? star Colin Mochrie join forces to bring you a satirical look at the symphony’s players, composers, audience members, and more. (The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts) 8 p.m. $24-79 Thursday and Saturday performances also available
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17
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SO MUCH BEER: Not that you ever had trouble finding beer, but this weekend, you’ll probably find it without even looking. A few of the beer-focused events happening around town include Snallygaster, returning for its fifth year with over 350 beers (The Yards, First and N Streets SE, $35+), the 1st Annual Barley & Music Fest, featuring 16 craft breweries (John Carlyle Square Park, Alexandria, VA, 12-6 p.m., $15+), and Oktoberfest! at the Heurich House Museum, featuring local beers from all nine DC Brewers Guild members. 1-4 p.m. $60
ABORTION STORIES: Lady Parts Justice, the non-profit using “comedy, culture, and digital media,” to break the stigma of abortion, brings you the 2nd Annual Postcards from the Vag, featuring eight women sharing personal stories of abortion. They sold out the Black Cat last year for good reason. 8 p.m. $12-15
GREAT GATSBY PARTY: Grab your flapper dresses and boater hats, and live out your greatest 1920’s fantasies on the lawn of the National Cathedral. The Great Gatsby Party will feature two 11 piece orchestras, two dance floors, performances by the Fidgety Feet, lawn games, cash bar, and more. Period attire obviously encouraged. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $65
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18
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INDEPENDENT COMICS:The Small Press Expo returns with over 600 artists and publishers of independent comics sharing their work. In addition to the opportunity to purchase graphic novels, comics, and related merchandise, attendees will also be able to participate in signings, discussions, and interviews with comic creators. (Marriott Bethesda North Hotel & Conference Center) 12-6 p.m. Also open on Saturday from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. $10-20
ARTS FESTIVAL: Hey look! A festival that doesn’t revolve around beer. The King Street Art Festival features more than 250 artists from the U.S. and abroad offering their work for sale. (Alexandria, VA) 10 a.m.-5 p.m. FREE Also open Saturday from 10 a.m.- 7 p.m.
2001: A SPACE ODYSSEY: This special screening of 2001: a space odyssey at the AFI Silver features a Q&A with actors Keir Dullea and Gary Lockwood. 5 p.m. $15
