MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22
POETRY CLASS: Join Creative Suitland at this virtual discussion-based workshop designed for writers to use poetry as a tool to navigate trauma. “Writing to Wellness” will be led by local and award-winning poet C. Thomas, who will offer tips on how to build a safe space for self-care. (6 p.m., donations suggested)
MOVIE NIGHT: Head to the Ukraine House for a screening of the movie Mr. Jones along with a discussion with screenwriter Andrea Chalupa. The movie follows a journalist who breaks the news of the Holodomor genocide in Ukraine to western media. (Ukraine House, 6:30 p.m., FREE)
MORE: JR’S Monday Night Showtunes (JR’S Bar, 9 p.m., free admission)
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 23
DRAG BINGO: Join Red Bear Brewing for their regular drag bingo night, hosted by local queen Desiree Dik. Enjoy unique prizes, jaw-dropping drag, and delicious drinks. In two hours, attendees will play four games of bingo and enjoy two drag performances. (Red Bear Brewing, 7 p.m., FREE)
FRIENDSGIVING: Duffy’s Irish Pub hosts a special trivia night with a Friends theme. The entire game of trivia will consist of the Friends Thanksgiving episodes, so make sure to draft your team of up to six and brush up on your knowledge of what goes in a trifle. (Duffy’s Irish Pub, 8 p.m., free admission)
NATIVE ART: Head over the Amy Kaslow Gallery for one of the final days of the Native Hands: Folk Art is Fine Art exhibit. The exhibit features work from more than 25 artists of different tribes and ethnicities from over 14 countries, challenging generations-old practices. (Amy Kaslow Gallery, open through Nov. 28, FREE)
MORE: Share Your Story live panel discussion and documentary screening (DCPA, 7 p.m., FREE), Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical (The National Theatre, 7 p.m., $50),
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24
HOLIDAY KICKOFF: Kick off the long holiday weekend with Wunder Garten and some beer kegs! The beer garden hosts a “tur-kegging” evening to celebrate community with special drink prices and hot beverages, with music to top off the night. (Wunder Garten, 4 p.m., free entry)
COMEDY NIGHT: H Street’s Focus Social hosts a comedy night from local group CryBaby DC. See local comedians bring their A game to the stage and enjoy great food and drinks. (Focus Social, 8 p.m., free entry)
MORE: Black Alley Live at Privilege Lounge DC (9 p.m., $40)
