MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26
STAGE FRIGHT: Looking for a fright to kick off fall? Head to Sudhouse DC for Stage Fright, a terrifying take on stand-up comedy. Comics will spin the so-called Chaos Wheel for a sinister twist on their set. (10 p.m., FREE)
SHOFAR EXPERIENCE: Celebrate the High Holidays in Lincoln Park with local Jewish cultural center, Chabad East. Listen to the sounds of the shofar while browsing an interactive display. Enjoy apples and honey and take home a gift bag. (5 p.m., FREE)
MORE:Inaugural exhibition at City Line Studios (FREE), LaQuette, Vanessa Jared’s Got a Man, with Mazey Eddings at East City Bookshop (7 p.m., FREE), Sunny Day Real Estate (The Fillmore, 8 p.m., $35)
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
ARTIST TALKS: Looking to expand your appreciation of art? Head to Anderson House for an evening with Adrian Martinez, a local artist who’s an expert on historical revolution art. Martinez will debut his paintings depicting various scenes of the Battle of Brandywine, fought on September 11, 1777, in southeastern Pennsylvania, and discuss his methods alongside refreshments (6 p.m., $25). Or, dive into a talk about racial justice and art with poets at Hill Center at the Old Naval Hosptial. In collaboration with the Folger Shakespeare Library and Mosaic Theatre, the poem talk is in conjunction with the debut of the Till Trilogy this fall (7 p.m., $10).
STORYTELLING NIGHT: Siblings have a bond that’s not quite like any other. At KAMA DC’s storytelling night at Balcón at La Cosecha, come hear from immigrant speakers about how their relationships with their siblings grew over their lives. Speakers, including the owners of Peruvian Brothers right in the market, will discuss the unique cultural experiences and bonds formed during immigration. (6 p.m., donations welcome)
MORE: The Cheuse Salon: Elena Medel & Leeya Mehta in Conversation (Fenwick Library, 5 p.m., FREE), Busboys Meets Latin: Salsa Lessons (Busboys and Poets Columbia, 6 p.m., $15), Brandon Jones (Jammin Java, 7:30 p.m., $25), Death Cab for Cutie (The Anthem, 8 p.m., $55), Skip Marley (Union Stage, 8 p.m., $25), Bistro Cacao Wine Dinner (6:30 p.m., $180), Peru vs El Salvador watch party at INCA SOCIAL (8 p.m., $6), Final Release Event of Anacostia Freshwater Mussel Restoration Project (Langston Golf Course & Driving Range, 3 p.m., FREE)
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
CULTURAL CELEBRATION: The National Museum of Women in the Arts may be closed, but they’re still hosting virtual programs. Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Georgetown Law Center on Poverty and Inequality by uplifting the voices and joys of Black girlhood. Hear from the founder of #1000BlackGirlBooks Marley Dias, three-time National Speech & Debate champion Logan Green, and artist Scheherazade Tillet. (6 p.m., FREE)
FILM FEST: Tune in to the March on Washington Film Festival, founded in 2013 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Live events will occur during the festival, including a 7 p.m. opening gala Wednesday at Union Market Dock 5 ($500), but attendees can purchase virtual all access passes to watch over 20 shorts and films online. ($30)
MURDER MYSTERY: Enjoy a comedy show at one of the District’s historic homes: President Lincoln’s Cottage. The Two Faces comedy series continues with a trivia night meets murder mystery in an interactive whodunit, The Answer is Murder. (7:30 p.m., $10)
MORE: Black Voters Matter — Run/Walk with Pacers Running x Yours Truly Hotel (6:30 p.m., FREE), Dance Nation (Olney Theatre Center, 7:45 p.m., $54), Planting and Caring for a Native Tree in Your Yard (Capital Nature, virtual, 7 p.m.), MARSHALL CRENSHAW “40th Anniversary Show!” with Leslie Mendelson (The Birchmere, 7:30 p.m., $35), Reparations & Climate Justice Panel at Eaton Hotel (7:30 p.m., FREE), In-Person Handi-hour (Renwick Gallery, 5:30 p.m., $25), Harry Potter Trivia Night (Mess Hall, 7 p.m., $15), “Others in Their Own Land” film screening and panel discussion (Freedom House, 5:30 p.m., FREE), Talk: The Transatlantic Battlefront of Voskovec and Werich (Embassy of Czechia, 6 p.m., FREE)
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
MUSEUM TRIVIA: Enjoy an evening behind the scenes at the Daughters of the American Revolution Museum. Explore the rooms to gather information and then test your memory against other teams. Registration includes a drink tickets and light snacks. (6 p.m., $25)
NATIONAL COFFEE DAY: Puro Gusto, a downtown Italian cafe, celebrates National Coffee Day by serving up lattes, frappes, and all coffee beverages on its menu for $1 all day. (6 a.m.-9 p.m.)
BOOK MIXER: Mahogany Books Anacostia co-hosts with Black-owned publisher, 13th & Joan, for a celebration of the Congressional Black Caucus. Join for a meet and greet with four nationally recognized authors, and a special booksigning with news anchor Wisdom Martin, debut author Ashley Silva, author and entrepreneur Angel Rich, and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters Metro Atlanta Kwame Johnson. (5 p.m., FREE)
SAKE TASTING: Head to The Roost to celebrate World Sake Day early with DC Sake cō. The first annual Kanpai to Sake Day will include a tasting of 30 different types of sake led by a certified WSET instructor. Chat with experts and community members all about sake. (6:30 p.m., $45)
MORE: ArtTable Gallery Hop in Arlington (5:30 p.m., FREE), RY X (Miracle Theatre, 8 p.m., $35), Hybrid Event: Brandi Collins-Dexter, Black Skinhead, with Joseph Torres (East City Bookshop, 7 p.m., FREE), The Airport 77s record release party (The Runaway, 8:30 p.m., $15), Black Women in Food Convos: The Business of Food (The Village Cafe, 6:30 p.m., $12), Movie Night: Hocus Pocus (Metrobar DC, 9 p.m., FREE), The Story Won’t Die: Film Screening, Discussion, and Q&A (Landmark’s E Street Cinema, 6 p.m., FREE), Brian Levy in Conversation with Becky Krystal for GOOD & SWEET (Bold Fork Books, 7 p.m., $5), Stein Hoisting Competition at Prost (7:30 p.m., FREE)
