MONDAY, AUG. 7

THE PRICE ISN’T RIGHT: Test your D.C. housing issues knowledge at a trivia night hosted by the Jews United for Justice’s housing security working group. Possible questions include the Green New Deal for Housing and the history of housing and politics in D.C. Teams are not required. (The Exchange Saloon; 6:30 p.m.; FREE)

DRAG VARIETY SHOW: Need a fabulous way to start your week? Join D.C. Drag Queen Logan Stone and other local queens for this high-energy show. (Dupont Italian Kitchen; 8 p.m.; FREE)

RELAX AND CREATE: Destress and try out Zentangles — an easy-to-learn art form based on doodling. Adults, seniors and teens are welcome. (Southwest Neighborhood Library; 6 p.m.; FREE)

MORE: Congratulations, The Best is Over! author R. Eric Thomas in conversation with Chasten Buttigieg(East City Bookshop; 7 p.m.; FREE), The Comedy Shuffle (The Bier Baron Tavern and DC Comedy Loft; 8 p.m.; FREE)

TUESDAY, AUG. 8

NOMA NIGHTS: The summer’s many free concert series continue, including this week in NoMa. Jam out to country music singer Darcy Dawn, play yard games and connect with local businesses. (Alethia Tanner Park; 6:30 p.m.; FREE)

TOLKIEN’S UNTOLD TALES: Dive into the style of the famous writer who authored The Lord of the Rings and who kickstarted the modern fantasy genre. Learn about Tolkien’s use of “untold tales” and how the tactic was used in his writing at this Profs & Pints event. (Penn Social; 6 p.m.; $14.31)

THE IMPACT: Learn about the fight for criminal justice reform and the effects of mass incarceration in the United States and hear from organizers at the forefront of the movement. This event is part of “The Impact” series hosted by Busboys and Poets, which delves into the inequities in the criminal legal system (Busboys and Poets Bookland, 6 p.m., FREE)

MORE: Conversation with Red, White and Royal Blue Author Casey McQuiston (Library of Congress; 6 p.m.; FREE), Gateway to Perspectives, IDEAL Intern Project (DAR Museum; 12 p.m.; FREE), Death Grips (The Anthem; 6:30 p.m.; $45+), Meditation and Mindfulness from the National Museum of Asian Art (Virtual; 12 p.m.; FREE), Tessa Violet (9:30 Club; 7 p.m.; $56); Avatar: The Way of Water (Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library; 5:30 p.m.; FREE)

SPONSORED NATIONAL BOOK FESTIVAL On Aug. 12, the Library of Congress convenes more than 70 of the best authors, poets and illustrators at the country’s premier destination for booklovers. Featured authors include actor Elliot Page, football player R.K. Russell, journalist Mary Louise Kelly, teacher and advocate Chasten Buttigieg, noted children’s book author Meg Medina and more. (Washington Convention Center; 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. FREE)

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 9

THE PLAY THAT GOES WRONG: Need a laugh to get through the rest of the week? Go see the humorous murder mysteryThe Play That Goes Wrong, full of accidents and unlucky mishaps. The show is recommended for ages 8 and up. (Kennedy Center; 8 p.m.; $49+)

ROOFTOP BINGO: Soak in the sun at the Hi-Lawn rooftop at Union Market while you play this game of chance. Bringing your own blanket is recommended, and it’s 21 and up. (Hi-Lawn; 7 p.m.; FREE)

COMMUNITY CONVERSATION: Join the cultural arts hub Joe’s Movement Emporium and the Black Leaves Dance Company for a conversation all about diversity and inclusion led by Dance Leaves board member Darryl Moch. All ages and families are welcome. (Joe’s Movement Emporium; 6:30 p.m.; FREE)

MORE: Emma G at AdMo Vibe (Kalorama Park; 6 p.m.; FREE), The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store author James McBride in conversation with Jason Reynolds (Sixth & I and virtual; 7 p.m.; $18+), Cave Art: Where it All Began (Virtual; 6:30 p.m.; $20+), Sundeck Salutations Yoga Series (The Yards; 7:30 a.m.; FREE).

SPONSORED TRIVIA NIGHT ON U.S. HISTORY AND IMPERIAL REVISIONS: Calling all history buffs and global citizens! Join the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery and the New Columbia Pub Quiz for happy hour trivia inspired by the exhibition 1898: U.S. Imperial Visions and Revisions. Test your knowledge of countries and territories spanning the globe. Snacks and beverages will be available for purchase at the Courtyard Café, and prizes will be awarded at the end of the evening. Tuesday, Aug. 15, 5 p.m.–6:45 p.m. Registration encouraged but not required.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10

KITCHEN 101: Sharpen your knife skills with seasoned Chef Wendi James. Participants will learn how to chop and review the proper use of different knives. You can dice or just take notes. The class caps at 10 people. (Hill Center, 6 p.m.; $45)

A MILE IN OUR SHOES: Shoes, like art, are worth a thousand words. When fancy or just functional, footwear reveals who a person really is. Take a look at the shoes in the Anacostia Community Museum’s collection at this installment of Coffee & Collections. (Anacostia Community Museum; 11 a.m.; FREE)

ZINE LAUNCH: Celebrate the new DIRECTORY ZINE, an experimental zine featuring multiple mediums of art. The party will also include live performances by electronic and R&B artists. (Rhizome DC; 6 p.m.; $8+)

ART, WINE AND CHEESE: New England artists Caroline and John Rufo are traveling to D.C. from the Boston area to present their new works at the Alexandria gallery. Meet them, see the art and have some refreshments at the gallery’s opening this week. (Nepenthe Gallery; 6 p.m.; FREE)

MORE: Carrie: The Musical (Atlas Performing Arts Center; 7:30 p.m.; $10+), The Blonde Identity author Ally Carter in conversation with Taj McCoy  (Politics and Prose Union Market; 7 p.m.; FREE), “Look Here” — Summer Block Party Late Nights (National Building Museum; 6:30 p.m.; $12+), Adams Morgan Comedy Night (Town Tavern; 8 p.m.; FREE but donations encouraged), Asleep at the Wheel with Michelle Lordi (The Birchmere; 7:30 p.m.; $39.50), Three Graces (Zenith Gallery; 4 p.m.; FREE).