MONDAY, JULY 19
WATCH LIKE A PROFESSOR: Learn how to watch movies critically with guidance from Yale University film professor Marc Lapadula in this virtual Smithsonian Associates event. Watch clips of iconic cinema that reflect innovation and complex themes in the world of film. (6:30 p.m., $25)
COOKING DEMO: Cook up a savory summer stew and mint lemonade to enjoy in your air conditioning during this cooking demo with Chef Domonique from Byrd’s Food 4 The Soul. Tomatoes, corn, and okra will be provided to make the stew. (Common Good City Farm, $20, 5 p.m.)
MORE: P&P Live! Kathryn Kolbert & Julie F. Kay — CONTROLLING WOMEN – with Cecile Richards (6 p.m., online, free admission)
TUESDAY, JULY 20
DANCING IN THE GARDENS: Hillwood Estate Museum & Gardens teams up with Dance Place for a movement-based performance commission and presentation related to the incoming sculpture from artist Kristine Mays. Attendees will be able to explore the grounds and the sculpture, as well as picnic on the Lunar Lawn before the performance from Krystal Collins/new growth collective at 7 p.m. (5:30 p.m., pay what you can)
THROUGH EBONY EYES: Hear from Vince Leggett, the founder of Blacks of the Chesapeake Foundation, on how Black men and women have kept the maritime industries alive on the bay for over 200 years. Leggett will share stories and highlight voices from his two books at this virtual Smithsonian event. (7 p.m., FREE)
MORE: K-Cinema at Home: The Dude in Me (July 19 – 25, FREE)
WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
COMPLEXITY OF BELL: Tune into this Planet Word museum virtual event to hear from writer Katie Booth on Alexander Graham Bell, deafness, language, and who gets to shape history. The program will explore how Bell treated the deaf and hard-of-hearing community, and will be presented in ASL, spoken English, and English captions. (6:30 p.m., FREE)
ECONOMICS AND HARRY POTTER: Economist Brian O’Roark offers a look at his perspective of economics through the Harry Potter novels at this Smithsonian Associates virtual event. O’Roark will investigate who pays for a magical education, whether you be unemployed in the wizarding world, and which Hogwarts teacher is likely to be an economist. (6:45 p.m., $20)
MORE: D.C. Unite for Progress Kickoff Party (Electric Cool Aid, 6 p.m., free admission)
THURSDAY, JULY 22
CONCERTS GALORE: Live music is back in full swing. Head to The Hamilton Live to see swing band Jimbo Mathus and the Dial Back Sound along with Alexander Peters, a Maryland-based songwriter. (7:30 p.m., $25). Or, check out Robert Randolph and the Family Band at the Entertainment & Sports Arena in Congress Heights for a night of American funk, blues, rock, and soul. (7 p.m., $5). Finally, you can support the local O Museum from your own home at their live stream benefit with folk artists Freebo and Alice Howe. (7 p.m., donations welcome)
DOUGHNUTS AND BEER: What could be better than doughnuts with beer? Join District doughnut and Beltway Brewing for a virtual tasting with four doughnuts and beers from the comfort of your home. Pairings include: piña colada with Abstract Vision strawberry rhubarb (Sour), chocolate waffle with Abstract Vision POG (Sour), nutella s’more with District of Champions (Red Lager), and Hello Dolly with Art in Execution (Barleywine). (7 p.m., $30)
PLANT MUSIC: Head to Eaton Wellness for a relaxing Plantwave Soundbath journey with IMKA. The soundbath includes translating biodata from plants into musical notes for a live performance. Bring your own house plants to discover their voices during the Q&A, or bring home your own house plant, included in the event admission. (7 p.m., $35)
SALSA CLASS: Learn how to salsa dance at La Cosecha in the Union Market District. Enjoy a beginner footwork lesson with Baila DC and open dancing with music from DJ Renzo starting at 8 p.m. (7 p.m., $15)
MORE: Sunset Cinema at The Wharf 2021: Girls Trip (7:30 p.m., FREE), Yamaneika Saunders (Netflix) at the Comedy Loft (7:30 p.m., $20), Family Arts Moments: Literacy Through Art (Washington Performing Arts, 11 a.m., FREE),
