The free JCA <a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo</a> is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly employers via Zoom.
Expo program: 
<ul><li>Workshops (10:00 a.m.) Start your day with two engaging 
workshops tailored to jobseekers aged 50 and above. These sessions 
provide valuable strategies, tools, and insights to support your career 
journey. See our <a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/schedule-of-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Expo Schedule</a> page for more information and to register.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Employer Presentations (12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Employers
 share information about their current full and part-time job openings. 
Jobseekers can ask employers questions via the Zoom chat, making the 
expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li></ul>
Jobseekers: Whether you are re-entering the workforce, 
changing careers, or seeking new opportunities, you are invited to join 
us for this virtual expo on May 19. Register today at: <a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">virtualexpos.accessjca.org</a>.&nbsp; 
The
 free JCA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expos are generously 
funded by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services. 
JCA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Age 50+ Jobseekers Register today the JCA MoCo Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Montgomery County

Silver Spring

Maryland

Age 50+ Jobseekers Register today the JCA MoCo...

The free JCA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly...

Age 50+ Jobseekers Register today the JCA MoCo Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center

🚨 Urgent: Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed to save 11 dogs on the latest urgent list by today, 5/19.&nbsp;They all need to be adopted or have rescue commitment, and have to leave the shelter by Tuesday (or after spay/neuter.) If no one saves them, they will be euthanized due to being over capacity.&nbsp; As of 5/18 PM: Up to 11 dogs need adopters and fosters! The dog adoption fees are sponsored for some of these dogs. Check for updates at the Facebook link.&nbsp;&nbsp;
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;Please go to the shelter today between&nbsp;11am to 7pm (arrive by 5:30pm or no later than 6pm).&nbsp;Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. If anyone is going to adopt them, please comment on their pages in the linked album.
New Tip: Adopters of pit bulls and pit bull mixes: Review the new requirements and complete the&nbsp;Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour)&nbsp;before going to adopt&nbsp;Pit Bull Terriers&nbsp;and specific bully-type breeds. Take a screen shot of your score.&nbsp; Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/animal-licensing/pit-bull-permits" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">environment.mypgc.us/pitbulls</a>&nbsp;
🐶 Prospective fosters:&nbsp;Fosters through the shelter and rescues are needed for these dogs.&nbsp;Please apply with rescue partners, or with the shelter if living in Maryland, to become a foster and save a life. Fostering is usually free with a rescue. See the Friends' posts seeking fosters and rescues for dogs.&nbsp; &nbsp;
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Friends of PG County Animal Shelter | Upper Marlboro MD | Facebook</a>
Please review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification.&nbsp;Contact the shelter with the dog's name and ID. "Interested in Fostering: Email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us "&nbsp;They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Foster Information | Prince George's County</a>
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption/foster-information" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>
Please see bios, photos, and videos of the urgent dogs at these&nbsp;links, and share posts with friends, family,&nbsp;neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin</a>&nbsp;(Tip to search by ID: Click on any dog and edit the dog's ID number in the&nbsp;link, then go to that page.)
View and share the&nbsp;Friends' posts &amp; album for all 26 urgent dogs:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/people/Friends-of-PG-County-Animal-Shelter/61565594829660/</a>&nbsp;
Full Urgent List:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/share/1B1kSzp65E/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18V3sdWyss/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/share/p/18V3sdWyss/</a>
Pet Unity Project post:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DYAq43hD20G/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DYSw0pLj3KR/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DYSw0pLj3KR/</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DXuauIrjtKh/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a>
Shelter post - 1 of 2:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/posts/pfbid01LLEf3XVGKc1NXbMLh5HuaXRuNDbN8WRDCr6iifJymxFKwdCKVwGqUKPQt9UVvqql" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/ post</a> 📢 "Attention everyone!&nbsp;We are sharing the Length of Stay - Urgent list today."&nbsp;
"We want to be transparent that our shelter is currently at full capacity, and we are reaching out for help from the community to find placement for these dogs by the close of business on Tuesday, May 19th. We are looking for adopters, fosters, or assistance from our rescue partners.
Unfortunately, if these dogs do not leave by May 12th, they are at risk of euthanasia. Your support can make a difference."
Shelter post - 2 of 2: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/807409368831134" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/807409368831134" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/969198452703203/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">facebook.com/reel/969198452703203/</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=1005948072112297" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> </a>"Attention everyone! We are sharing the Length of Stay - Urgent list playgroup videos. ..."&nbsp; 
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Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 (select 1, 4 - adopt, then 3 - info) with the animal ID number(s) to check availability. Adoption Hours: Tuesday to Friday 11:00am - 7:00pm, Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm. (Arrive 1 hour before closing.)
More information:&nbsp;PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and spay/neuter&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-adoption</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering</a>
<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Shelter posts:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
This is a courtesy post.

Local Event: Adopt and Foster Urgent Dogs - Final Day - (11AM - 7PM, Arrive by 5:30 PM)

District of Columbia

Washington DC

District Of Columbia

Adopt and Foster Urgent Dogs - Final Day -...

🚨 Urgent: Community members - Adopters and fosters are needed to save 11 dogs on the latest urgent list by today, 5/19. They...

Adopt and Foster Urgent Dogs - Final Day - (11AM - 7PM, Arrive by 5:30 PM)

Folger Shakespeare Library

The Poetry season concludes with a finale reading by a poet chosen by a group of Folger Poetry supporters. This year’s reader, Kwame Dawes, is Poet Laureate of Jamaica (2024-2027) and winner of the prestigious Windham/Campbell Award for Poetry. Dawes will read from the work of other poets cited as his literary influences as well as from his own work.
Previous poets invited for this finale reading include Ellen Bass, Billy Collins, Carolyn Forché, and Jane Hirshfield. The reading will be followed by a book signing in the Great Hall.
Can’t join us in person? Purchase virtual access to a live streaming of the reading.&nbsp;

Local Event: The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading with Kwame Dawes

The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading...

The Poetry season concludes with a finale reading by a poet chosen by a group of Folger Poetry supporters. This year’s reader,...

The O.B. Hardison Poetry Series Finale Reading with Kwame Dawes

The Stacks

A circle in the snow. The smell of Sulphur. The beating of wings. Here be dragons, as two stories of love and longing intertwine – a woman and the man she married are visited by a dragon who was once her lover, as a boy tries to learn what it will take to be with the dragon girl who lands in his rural Texas town and changes his life. Rorschach returns to perform at The Stacks in Buzzard Point for this intimate epic about who we become, what we leave behind, and what we set on fire.
May 7- May 17

Local Event: Dragon Play by Rorschach Theatre

Dragon Play by Rorschach Theatre

A circle in the snow. The smell of Sulphur. The beating of wings. Here be dragons, as two stories of love and longing...

Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center

Experience a perfect blend of artistry and flavor as Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) returns every Wednesday starting May 20 at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center (RRB/ITC). This Downtown DC favorite brings together fresh, local, and sustainably sourced foods from 25+ regional vendors—plus global bites and al fresco dining in the heart of the city. When: Every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., May 20 – October 28, 2026 Where: Woodrow Wilson Plaza, 13th Street and Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Outside of the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Beginning June 3, Capital Arts Collective joins the lineup every first and third Wednesday, bringing a curated mix of local artists and makers with unique, handcrafted goods, adding an extra layer of creativity to your market visit. For more information and market news, visit <a href="https://www.capitalharvestdc.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">capitalharvestdc.com</a>

Local Event: Capital Harvest

Capital Harvest

Experience a perfect blend of artistry and flavor as Capital Harvest on the Plaza (CHoP) returns every Wednesday starting May...

JW Marriott Washington, DC

Robert Wallop from Annapolis and other DC-area dancers from the inclusive dance team, RhythmXpress, will be performing at the <a href="https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Global Down Syndrome Foundation’s</a> (GLOBAL) annual <a href="https://www.globaldownsyndrome.org/acceptability-gala/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">AcceptAbility Gala</a>. The&nbsp;inspiring fundraiser also features&nbsp;a performance by Emmy Award-winning, multi-platinum singer-songwriter Rachel Platten, whose chart-topping anthem “Fight Song” inspires movements. GLOBAL will bestow their highest honor, the Quincy Jones Exceptional Advocacy Award, on Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) for their support of GLOBAL’s mission, advancing federal research funding, medical care, and public policy that improves and elongates the lives of people with Down syndrome. GLOBAL Ambassador Crystal Muro, a role model and self-advocate from Tustin, CA, will also be honored. Crystal will be joined by her Alexandria, VA based sister Liz Mahar, Deputy Vice President of Advocacy and Strategic Alliances at PhRMA, and long-time GLOBAL supporter.
GLOBAL’s annual AcceptAbility Gala brings together policymakers from both sides of the aisle, key scientists from NIH, philanthropists, corporate sponsors, and the Down syndrome community. Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition, affecting an estimated 400,000 Americans, yet it has long been one of the least-funded genetic conditions at the NIH. With GLOBAL’s leadership bringing together multiple stakeholders, the NIH Down syndrome research and medical care budget has increased by $440 million over the last seven years. The AcceptAbility Gala is an opportunity to celebrate the abilities of those with Down syndrome, highlight federal research funding increases, and educate Congress and the community about the transformative DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act that will elongate life and improve health outcomes for people with Down syndrome.

Local Event: GLOBAL's AcceptabilityGala

GLOBAL's AcceptabilityGala

Robert Wallop from Annapolis and other DC-area dancers from the inclusive dance team, RhythmXpress, will be performing at the...

DC Improv Comedy Club

Come out and wordplay! You're invited to watch or compete in Pun DMV, our pun contest. The night is hosted by Dana Fleitman, and it has two events: 
The Freestyle: Each competitor chooses a punning theme, then prepares in advance a three-minute speech packed with puns inspired by that theme. On the night of the show, the competitors deliver their speeches on stage. The audience favorite wins!
The Tournament: An on-the-spot punning tournament featuring up to 20 people. At the start of each match, contestants are given a theme. They then take turns making up puns on the spot. People are eliminated when they're stumped. The last person standing moves on to the next round (or victory). Anyone in attendance can compete, and you can sign up on site when you arrive. 
The winners of either contest get cash prizes from the Improv (and eternal glory)!

Local Event: Pun DMV (pun competition)

Pun DMV (pun competition)

Come out and wordplay! You're invited to watch or compete in Pun DMV, our pun contest. The night is hosted by Dana Fleitman,...

3rd Street Southwest & Maryland Avenue Southwest

Come to the National Museum of the American Indian for an in-gallery talk that brings visitors together with curators and other experts for deeper consideration of specific artworks currently on view in the museum. Join Rebecca Trautmann, curator of <a href="https://americanindian.si.edu/explore/exhibitions/item?id=1011" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe</a>, for a conversation with interdisciplinary artist and carver, Erin Ggaadimits Ivalu Gingrich (Koyukan Dené/Iñupiaq), the museum’s 2025-2026 Native Arts Fellow. Together, they’ll offer visitors a closer look at specific artworks in the exhibition and discuss the connections between Ivalu and Lowe’s art practices.
<a href="https://ggaadimitsivalu.com/about" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Erin Ggaadimits Ivalu</a>
(she/her) is a Koyukon Dené and Iñupiaq carver, interdisciplinary artist and educator working and subsisting in South-Central Alaska on Denaʼina homelands. Honoring her arctic and subarctic ancestral homelands, Ivalu's work represents what has tied her and her ancestors to the North. Ivalu received her BFA in Native Art from the University of Alaska Fairbanks, her MFA in Studio Arts from the Institute of American Indian Arts and is currently a Term Instructor of Art for the University of Alaska Anchorage. Awarded with the Native Arts Fellowship at the National Museum of the American Indian (NMAI) from August 2025 through July 2026, Ivalu will be researching and visiting with carved and adorned cultural belongings from her homelands. This work is connected with the tangible ancestral discourse that is within carved cultural belongings and the designs to make tracing and echoes of what the ancestors made. This research will take the form of photographs, sketches, tracings, writings, film, and templates through visiting the tangible cultural belongings or archives. Following the conclusion of this fellowship, Ivalu will focus on building a cabin at a fish camp to stay connected to what feeds her and her work. 
 
Leading support provided by Bank of America. Major support provided by the Henry Luce Foundation. Generous support provided by the Terra Foundation for American Art and Ameriprise Financial. Additional support provided by John and Meryl Lavine, Greg and Cathy Tibbles, and Leslie A. Wheelock.
Image: Photo by Norwood Photography for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian

Local Event: Closer Look: Water’s Edge

Closer Look: Water’s Edge

Come to the National Museum of the American Indian for an in-gallery talk that brings visitors together with curators and other...

Join us for a rejuvenating evening of yoga at The Stacks, where we'll stretch, breathe, and find our Zen together.
Welcome to Yoga at The Stacks! Join us for a relaxing evening of yoga at The Stacks on May 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM. Release your stress and find your inner peace.

Local Event: Yoga at The Stacks with Balance Gym

Yoga at The Stacks with Balance Gym

Join us for a rejuvenating evening of yoga at The Stacks, where we'll stretch, breathe, and find our Zen together.
Welcome to...

"The African King of Comedy" was born in Ghana, got his start in the comedy clubs of Philadelphia, and became a breakout star thanks to his performance in the movie “Next Friday.” His sketch comedy and stand-up routines have been crushing audiences for years. Come check him out this summer and find out what thousands and thousands of comedy fans already know: It’s one of the most entertaining live shows around.

Local Event: Michael Blackson (stand-up comedy)

Michael Blackson (stand-up comedy)

"The African King of Comedy" was born in Ghana, got his start in the comedy clubs of Philadelphia, and became a breakout star...

Washington Monument Grounds, Sylvan Theater

Experience a morning of mindfulness and connect with inner peace through a guided meditation session led by a monk. This serene gathering under the sky is designed to help reduce stress and improve focus, and it is open to everyone who wishes to find presence and calm.

Local Event: Meditate With A Monk

Meditate With A Monk

Experience a morning of mindfulness and connect with inner peace through a guided meditation session led by a monk. This serene...

On Memorial Day, honor Indigenous service members who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces. This year, the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian honors the legacies of Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell (Northern Cheyenne, 1933-2025) and Harvey Phillip Pratt (Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma, 1941-2025) and their invaluable contributions to the museum. 
Hear from Native veterans, make prayer ties to remember loved ones, and pay your respects during a wreath-laying ceremony at the National Native American Veterans Memorial.
SCHEDULE
<ul>
 <li>10:30 AM | Opening Prayer, National Anthem, Posting of the Colors, Welcome Remarks</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>10:30 AM-5:30 PM | Hands On: Prayer Ties and information table about the National Native American Veterans Memorial</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>10:30 AM–5 PM | Veterans Hospitality Suite</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>1 PM | Veterans Remembered: Family Tributes</li>
 <li>1:30 PM | Remembering Senator Ben Nighthorse Campbell and Harvey Phillip Pratt (Panel Conversation)</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>3 PM | Wreath Laying Ceremony at the National Native American Veterans Memorial</li>
</ul>
<ul>
 <li>4:30 PM | Retiring of the Colors</li>
</ul>
 
*Programs and schedule subject to change, additional details to be announced. 
Major funding provided by The Boeing Company.

Image: Photo by Norwood Photography for the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian

Local Event: Service and Sacrifice: Memorial Day 2026

Service and Sacrifice: Memorial Day 2026

On Memorial Day, honor Indigenous service members who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed...

The Writer's Center

Location: Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh St., Bethesda MD 20815
The Award-Winning, 5 Star Comedy Show, The Magic Duel, live on stage at The Writer's Center. Amazing, funny and interactive.
Since 2016, this 5-star rated performance (Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Google) has wowed audiences with its charm and humor, earning hundreds of glowing reviews. Bring the whole family, and prepare to be fooled—badly!
"This show is sensational. It was funny and spontaneous and included many members of the audience." 5-Star TripAdvisor ReviewHappens on the following Dates:
<ul><li>May 23, 2026, 5:00pm to 7:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li><li>May 23, 2026, 8:00pm to 10:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US &amp; Canada)</li></ul><a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/142142/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: The Magic Duel at the Writer's Center

The Magic Duel at the Writer's Center

Location: Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh St., Bethesda MD 20815
The Award-Winning, 5 Star Comedy Show, The Magic Duel, live on...

Capital Hilton

Are you tired of always doing the same thing every weekend? It's easy to get into a rut and end up staring at your phone all night.
The Good Liar is a gasp-per-minute performance unlike any other show you’ve seen. Brian Curry will pretend to read people’s minds, and it has more twists than a Hitchcock film.
Give your night out a shot of espresso and look forward to a weekend that you'll be talking about forever.

Local Event: Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry The Good Liar

Mentalist and Magician Brian Curry The Good Liar

Are you tired of always doing the same thing every weekend?  It's easy to get into a rut and end up staring at your phone all...

Union Stage

It’s not a party — it’s therapy at 120 decibels. House of Heavy is coming to Washington D.C. on 23 May 2026, taking over Union Stage for the loudest, hardest, most cathartic night out your city has to offer.
Built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, House of Heavy brings the energy of a packed metal show without waiting for the next tour to roll through town. This is a DJ-driven heavy music night built on nu-metal nostalgia, alt-metal anthems, and metalcore breakdowns, the tracks that raised you and still make you want to throw down. From Slipknot to Spiritbox, Korn to Knocked Loose, Deftones to Bad Omens, expect deep cuts, classics, and nonstop heaters all night long.
Grab your crew. Lace up your boots. Bring your rage, your voice, and the energy you’ve been saving for the next festival. When your favorite band isn’t in town, House of Heavy is. Don’t wait for your favorite band’s next tour date, make this the night.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/143277/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: House of Heavy

House of Heavy

It’s not a party — it’s therapy at 120 decibels. House of Heavy is coming to Washington D.C. on 23 May 2026, taking over Union...

9:30 Club

America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Washington D.C on 23 May 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but glitter, grooves, and pure dance-floor joy.
If you can’t get enough of ABBA, this is THE dance party for you! Gimme Gimme Disco is a DJ-based dance party spinning all your favorite ABBA anthems, plus nonstop disco classics from the ’70s and ’80s. Expect hits from the Bee Gees, Donna Summer, Cher, and more, the kind of songs that make it impossible to stand still. Come ready to lay all your love on the dance floor, sing at the top of your lungs, and dance like nobody’s watching.
So honey honey, take a chance. Put on your best disco fit, don’t forget your dancing shoes, but leave your worries behind. Whether you’re a lifelong dancing queen or just here for the vibes, your crown awaits. This is the best disco since 1980, sweaty, euphoric, and packed with feel-good energy from start to finish at 9:30 Club on 23 May 2026.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/143266/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More info

Local Event: Gimme Gimme Disco

Gimme Gimme Disco

America’s most ICONIC disco party, Gimme Gimme Disco, is coming to Washington D.C on 23 May 2026, and it’s bringing nothing but...

Planet Word  925 13th Street NW  Washington , DC 20005

Join Jason Reynolds and his special guest, Nichole Hill, award-winning audio showrunner and creator of the podcasts The Secret Adventures of Black People and Our Ancestors Were Messy, for a candid and captivating conversation surrounding Black history, storytelling, and community. Learn about Nichole’s fascinating work of marrying history with contemporary storytelling as she and Jason dive into what is sure to be a lively, insightful, and inspiring discussion.
4:00 p.m. — Conversation and Q&amp;A (Friedman Family Auditorium) 5:00 p.m. — Reception and Meet &amp; Greet with light bites (Mansard Room)
The Between the Lines series seeks to create a platform where local Black authors and wordsmiths from the up-and-coming to the renowned explore the power of language and storytelling to drive social change. In their conversations, Jason and his friends will tap into everything from Hip Hop culture to storytelling, and more.<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/147503/t/tickets" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">View Tickets &amp; More Info</a>

Local Event: Between the Lines with Jason Reynolds and Nichole Hill

Between the Lines with Jason Reynolds and...

Join Jason Reynolds and his special guest, Nichole Hill, award-winning audio showrunner and creator of the podcasts The Secret...

Between the Lines with Jason Reynolds and Nichole Hill

Julian McCullough has appeared multiple times on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon," "Conan" and "The Late Late Show." He has an hour special “Maybe I’m a Man” on Comedy Central. He recently hosted the record-breaking Nate Bargatze “Be Funny” tour and continues to host for Nate on his 2025-26 "Big Dumb Eyes" tour.

Local Event: Julian McCullough (stand-up comedy)

Julian McCullough (stand-up comedy)

Julian McCullough has appeared multiple times on "The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon," "Conan" and "The Late Late Show." He has...

Sixth & I

Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut sees the current crisis in the U.S. as more than a political one. Americans have lost the sense of daily purpose and connection that are vital to happiness, becoming anxious, angry, and adrift, and the rich and well-connected have nearly uncontested control of our politics. 
Sen. Murphy views the Trump administration’s assaults on democracy as a symptom of a deeper crisis: the abandonment of the common good as our country’s organizing principle. In Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America, he draws on history and political philosophy to expose how six different cults have paved the way to our current troubles: a cult of profit that punishes workers, a cult of globalism that weakens communities, a cult of technology that turns us against one another, a cult of consumption that undermines citizenship, a cult of credentialism that devalues those without degrees, and a cult of corruption that threatens democracy. Sen. Murphy offers a new politics of the common good that is deeply rooted in our past, a radical challenge to the status quo, and capable of drawing support across the political spectrum, with a majority of Americans favoring policies that curb corporate power, control predatory technology, enhance face-to-face connection, grant workers greater control of their lives, and remove big money from our politics.

Local Event: Senator Chris Murphy

Senator Chris Murphy

Sen. Chris Murphy of Connecticut sees the current crisis in the U.S. as more than a political one. Americans have lost the...

Legendary Emmy Award-winning drag queen Delta Work (RuPaul’s Drag Race) hosts a live version of her "Luxury Public Access Podcast" and YouTube Talk Show. Delta will enthrall you with stories that will make you laugh. She doesn’t hold anything back. Delta will dish on what makes her go off, her favorite fast-food finds and the perfect shoe. You'll be cackling all evening. Delta Work will be joined by special guest Jasmine Kennedie (RuPaul's Drag Race). A VIP Meet and Greet with Delta will be happen AFTER the show.

Local Event: Very Delta Live!

Very Delta Live!

Legendary Emmy Award-winning drag queen Delta Work (RuPaul’s Drag Race) hosts a live version of her "Luxury Public Access...

National Archives Museum

Festival Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary National Archives Building Constitution Avenue | Washington, DC June 4-6, 2026 You're invited to the <a href="https://archivesfoundation.org/spirit-of-independence-festival/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Spirit of Independence Festival</a>, a three-day immersive celebration of American history, culture, and community at the National Archives—the home of the original Declaration of Independence—in the heart of Washington, DC.&nbsp; Hosted beneath a tent spanning two city blocks in front of the National Archives, the Spirit of Independence Festival will include free daytime events for families and three evening benefit events to support the National Archives Foundation and its effort to engage the American public with the nation’s history.&nbsp; From free daytime programming like a patriotic pet “yappy hour” to ticketed nighttime events like a culinary “taste of America,” there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the multi-day festival. Guests can <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/39180/national-archives-museum-spirit-of-independence-festival" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">reserve free tickets</a> to daytime programming and purchase individual tickets to select evening programs. Guests who reserve tickets online will receive complimentary access to the National Archives Museum.

Local Event: June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Spirit of Independence Festival!

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Festival Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary National Archives Building Constitution Avenue | Washington, DC June 4-6, 2026...

June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Spirit of Independence Festival!

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Conflict Resolution Support for Families and Organizations

Rogers Resolution Services

Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through my small business, Rogers Resolution Services, I offer mediation and conflict-resolution support tailored to your unique needs and help guide people through difficult conversations. I work primarily with co-parents, partners, relatives, roommates, and teams who need help talking through decisions, routines, boundaries, or recurring disagreements. I also support workplaces and community groups facing communication challenges or breakdowns. My role is neutral. I don’t give legal advice or take sides. I facilitate conversations, de-escalate tense situations, and help people reach practical and maintainable agreements they can feel comfortable with. Services include: • Family, community, and workplace mediation • Co-parenting communication planning • Conflict coaching (one-on-one support) • Group and organizational facilitation • Workplace and team communication support Please feel free to reach out if you or a neighbor need help with repairing communication, setting boundaries, and/or creating a healthier dynamic at home or at work. Thank you for reading, and I look forward to helping you!

Hi, I'm Shelby! I’m a local mediator who helps neighbors resolve family, relationship, and workplace conflicts in a calm, structured way. Through...

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