MONDAY, AUGUST 23
SISTER CIRCLE: Join the Outrage on 14th Street for the launch of their Sister Circle, a recurring dialogue for Black femmes about their experiences during the past year, amid the coronavirus pandemic, the racial justice protests following George Floyd’s murder, and more. The circle is modeled after support group structures to build community. RSVP required. (The Outrage, 7 p.m., FREE)
OUTDOOR TRIVIA: Head to Wunder Garten for their weekly trivia night. Test your knowledge to win prizes, munch on hot dogs from Swizzler, and sip on chilled beer. (Wunder Garten, 7 p.m., free entry)
TUESDAY, AUGUST 24
DC TREASURES: Join a mosaic artist for the Smithsonian Associates’ virtual tour of local mosaic treasures in public and private spaces through D.C. Highlights include the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, and the AFL-CIO’s headquarters, filled with marble, Italian glass and gold art. (7 p.m., $30)
BOOK LAUNCH: Local artist Geoff Livingston hosts a reception for his book NotMyPresident: Five Years of Resisting Trump at Strongin Collection. The book includes images from D.C. protests during the Trump administration from 2016 to 2020. Livingston will also be joined by three photographers to discuss the book of images, which will be available to purchase at the event. (Strongin Collection, 7 p.m., FREE)
DRAG BINGO: Head to Red Bear Brewing Company for a night that promises to not be your grandmother’s bingo. Drag queen Desiree Dik hosts bingo paired with some performances, so make sure to bring some cash for tips. (Red Bear Brewing Company, 7 p.m., free entry)
MORE: Art + History: Evening Encores The Railway by Edouard Manet (Smithsonian Associates, online, 6:45 p.m., $25), Live Tuesday Bingo at Union Market (DC Fray, 6 p.m., FREE),
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25
SLOW FOOD DC: Local organization Slow Food DC, which promotes and celebrates local and sustainable food sources, is hosting an outdoor mixer at Hellbender Brewing Company. The mixer also coincides with the launch of nominations for the Snail of Approval awards, meant to recognize sustainable producers. (Hellbender Brewing Company, 5:30 p.m., FREE)
ARCADE BAR NIGHT: Join Moishe House Bethesda, an organization for young Jewish professionals, for a night of arcade games, drinks, and friends at Dupont Circle’s Players Club. The retro game-filled bar has plenty of games to play — just make sure to bring one-dollar bills. (Players Club, 8 p.m., free admission)
MORE: Grassroots Comedy DC’s Super Spectacular Comedy Show for Voting Rights and Racial Justice (Kramerbooks & Afterwords Cafe, 8 p.m., $25), DIVERCITIES: Singing in Sign Languages From Around the Globe (Planet Word Museum online, 11 a.m., FREE), Double E Comedy (Bardo Brewing, 7 p.m., $3)
THURSDAY, AUGUST 26
DOG DAYS: Celebrate National Dog Day at the Capital Wheel at National Harbor. Pups ride the wheel free with the purchase of an adult ticket, which can be discounted by $5 with the donation of canned dog food. After, head to Flight Deck for Yappy Hour with doggie gift bags, $5 beer specials, and treats for dogs and humans. (The Capital Wheel at National Harbor, 4 p.m., free admission)
BLOCK PARTY: The world’s first-ever Bloomie’s store (imagine a mini Bloomingdales, plus coffee, food, and cocktails) will be opening in the Mosaic District, and Bloomingdale’s is hosting a three-day block party to celebrate. Enjoy outdoor games, bubble and sketch artists, beauty demonstrations, a balloon artist, airbrush tattoos, and happy hour-priced drinks and snacks from local spot Colada Shop, serving as the in-store cafe. (Mosaic District, 12 p.m., free admission)
WINE TASTING: Chevy Chase Main Streets is inviting you out to celebrate the neighborhood with a night of wine tasting and live music. Attendees can enjoy a selection of three wines from Twin Oaks Winery while listening to music from blues artist Carly Harvy, complete with a tasting glass to take home. (Long & Foster Chevy Chase, 5:30 p.m., $20)
FLIGHT NIGHT: Take a summer road trip with your palate at Uptown Market’s Flight Night. On their patio, you will be guided by a certified sommelier while sipping five wines from around the country: Long Island, Old Mission Peninsula in Michigan, Lehigh Valley in Pennsylvania, Middleburg in Virginia, and Southeastern Arizona. Tapas will also be available to order. (Uptown Market, 5 p.m., $35)
MORE: On Deck: Women Shredding Through Boundaries (The REACH at the Kennedy Center, 5:30 p.m., FREE), Seeing Ghosts – A Conversation with Kat Chow (DC Public Library, 7 p.m., FREE)
