Name: Blackdoctor Film Festival
Start: 2026-10-14T10:00:00-04:00
Location: True Reformer Building

True Reformer Building

Experience an inspiring day of cinema featuring six hours of feature and short films followed by audience talkbacks with producers and directors. The festival also offers thought leadership panels, workshops, community discussions, and a networking reception with an awards ceremony.

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Pearl Street Warehouse

House of Heavy is a night built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, but are tired of waiting for the next metal tour to hit their city. We’re bringing the energy of a packed metal show to you all year long: the nu-metal nostalgia, the alt-metal anthems, the metal-core breakdowns. Come scream along, throw down with friends, and lose yourself in the heaviest night out your city has to offer<a href="https://eventvesta.com/events/163163/t/tickets" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">View Tickets</a> &amp; More Info

Local Event: House of Heavy

House of Heavy

House of Heavy is a night built for the fans who crave the pit, the riffs, the breakdowns, and the chaos, but are tired of...

Big Schlim's Taste Test is bringing his food reviews off social media and into real life with a food tour through Petworth.
Big Schlim's Taste Test is bringing his food reviews off social media and into real life with a food tour through Petworth. Five spots in one ride: Honeymoon Chicken, Federalist Pig, Taqueria Habanero, Mama Tee's Kitchen, and Here's the Scoop Ice Cream. Neighborhood staples, a few Michelin nods, and — most importantly — all STAMPED. Roll through the District with Big Schlim and fellow food lovers for good food and great vibes you'll be talking about long after the tour ends. Brought to you in partnership with the Restaurant Association Metropolitan Washington (RAMW) as part of Together We Dine. Together We Dine is RAMW's month-long regional dining campaign — a spotlight on the places and people that give our region its flavor, anchored by a public calendar of offers and events at <a href="https://www.togetherwedine.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">togetherwedine.org</a>. A portion of your ticket for Big Schlim's DC Food Tour will benefit <a href="https://www.educatedeats.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Educated Eats</a>, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the restaurant &amp; foodservice industry as a career of unlimited opportunity. Visit <a href="https://educatedeats.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">EducatedEats.org</a> to learn more about their annual scholarship program. 
<h3>Our Stops</h3>
<ul><li>Honeymoon Chicken: Kick off the tour with one of DC's most talked-about fried chicken spots. Crispy fried chicken served family-style alongside their signature fresh-baked rolls.</li><li>Federalist Pig: Next, a family-style barbecue feast featuring smoked brisket, jalapeño sausage, rib tips, smoked wings, creamy mac &amp; cheese, roasted Brussels sprouts, and slider rolls. This stop is packed with the bold, smoky flavors that made Federalist Pig a local favorite.</li><li>Taqueria Habanero: Mexican food the neighborhood swears by, featuring authentic tacos and a margarita — the perfect mid-tour pick-me-up.</li><li>Mama Tee's Kitchen: Southern comfort food from a neighborhood favorite. Enjoy fried fish served family-style alongside two signature sides.</li><li>Here's The Scoop: Finish on a sweet note with two scoops from one of DC's beloved neighborhood ice cream shops. Pick your flavors and savor the perfect ending to a day of eating.</li></ul>
<h3>Departure and Return</h3>
<ul><li>Greenbelt Metro Station: Depart 9:30 AM | Return 3:30 PM</li><li>Branch Avenue Metro Station: Depart 10:00 AM | Return 3:00 PM</li></ul>
<h3>What's Included</h3>
<ul><li>Family-style dining at all five stops</li><li>Non-alcoholic beverages at Honeymoon Chicken, Federalist Pig, and Mama Tee's Kitchen</li><li>One margarita per guest at Taqueria Habanero</li><li>Round-trip motor coach transportation between the departure locations and all listed restaurants</li></ul>
<h3>What's Not Included</h3>
<ul><li>Alcoholic beverages at Honeymoon Chicken, Federalist Pig, Mama Tee's Kitchen, and Here's the Scoop Ice Cream</li></ul>
<h3>Please Note</h3>
Restaurants are subject to change. The restaurants we visit feature a wide variety of foods from all categories. We cannot guarantee that participating restaurants will prepare dishes without common allergens, including nuts, dairy, and gluten. Always ask the chef, server, or vendor whether allergens or ingredients are present in the dishes you are going to consume. Together We Dine is supported by Events DC, Coca-Cola Consolidated, and Doordash.

Local Event: Big Schlim's DC Food Tour

Big Schlim's DC Food Tour

Big Schlim's Taste Test is bringing his food reviews off social media and into real life with a food tour through Petworth.
Big...

Glen Echo Park

Do you love the work of Monet? Have you ever thought of painting in that French Impressionist style? If so, you are in luck - Acclaimed artist and art educator, Vian Borchert, will be offering a one day Workshop on Saturday October 10 from 10AM-1PM at the Yellow Barn Studio in Glen Echo Park on creating one artwork in the acrylic medium in the impressionist style. Join the Workshop to learn how to paint impressionistically.
Here are the details:
Workshop Title: "After the French Impressionists, A Painting Adventure Workshop" On: Saturday Oct 10, 2026 From: 10AM - 1PM At: The Yellow Barn Studio, Glen Echo Park at: 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo, MD 20812
Registration link:&nbsp;<a href="https://reg126.imperisoft.com/glenechopark/ProgramDetail/3632303138/Registration.aspx" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">reg126.imperisoft.com/glenechopark/ProgramDetail/3632303138/Registration.aspx</a>
Workshop Description:
Making an artwork through the eyes of master French impressionist, Claude Monet where the class will study one of Monet's artwork and create in acrylic their own version of it. Borchert will guide the students of all levels via demonstration to bring the artwork to a completion.
For more about artist, Vian Borchert visit: <a href="https://www.vianborchert.com/classes" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">vianborchert.com/classes</a>

Local Event: Workshop Painting After the French Impressionists

Workshop Painting After the French Impressionists

Do you love the work of Monet? Have you ever thought of painting in that French Impressionist style? If so, you are in luck -...

Prince George's County Animal Services Facility & Adoption Center

In addition to adoptions at the shelter today. there will be adoptions at Pawchella today. October 10, 2026, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., at&nbsp; David C. Driskell Community Park, Hyattsville, MD. For more details, visit mypgc.us/greensummit📢&nbsp;&nbsp;Community members -&nbsp;Adopters and fosters are needed for dogs and cats. Please go meet and adopt them or apply to foster them.&nbsp;They are usually over capacity with dogs and need space for more dogs coming in. 
🐶&nbsp;Adopters:&nbsp;Please go to the shelter&nbsp;today&nbsp;(10am to 4pm, arrive by 3pm) and Tuesday&nbsp;- Friday (11am to 7pm, arrive by 6pm). Adopters are able to meet 2 dogs and bring dogs for meet and greets. ***Please consider signing this petition to add adoption hours on Sundays and Mondays and make other changes in hours.***&nbsp; <a href="https://www.change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">change.org/p/open-the-doors-save-more-lives-reform-prince-george-s-county-animal-shelter-hours</a>
Note: Adopters of pit bulls: Review the requirements and complete the Pet Parenting Certification (that takes about an hour) before going to adopt Pit Bull Terriers and specific bully-type breeds. Pet Parenting Certification info:&nbsp;&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: Fosters through the shelter and rescues are needed for dogs. Please apply with rescue partners, or contact the shelter&nbsp;to be a foster and save a life. The Friends of PG County Animal Shelter posts about dogs which need fosters through the shelter or otherwise through rescues. Fostering is usually free with a rescue.
Please review the shelter foster information, apply online and complete Pet Parenting Certification. Contact the shelter with the dog's name and ID. "Interested in Fostering: Email fosterpgcpets@co.pg.md.us " They allow pit bull-type dogs to be fostered in Maryland. <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>&nbsp;
Please see bios, photos, and videos of the dogs and cats at these links, and share posts with friends, family, neighbors, and coworkers. 
Adoption website:&nbsp;<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;(dogs, cats &amp; more)<a href="https://24petconnect.com/PGEOADOPT?at=DOG&amp;sb=days_MaxMin" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"> </a>
<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;&nbsp;This filter shows&nbsp;dogs with the longest length of stay at risk for next urgent list.
Follow Volunteers' posts 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>
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Follow Pet Unity Project posts:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/p/DdFJ5_1EjzR/" rel="nofollow noopener"></a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/petunityproject/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">instagram.com/petunityproject/</a>
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<a href="https://www.princegeorgescountymd.gov/departments-offices/environment/animal-services/pet-care-education/spaying-neutering" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener"></a>Follow Shelter&nbsp;posts&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/pgcpets4us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">facebook.com/pgcpets4us/</a>
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Prince George’s County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Call 301-780 -7200 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.)
Links: PG County Shelter adoption steps, fees, and spay/neuter <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;&nbsp;
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Local Event: Adopt & Foster Dogs and Cats  (10AM - 4PM; Arrive by 3pm)

Adopt & Foster Dogs and Cats  (10AM - 4PM;...

In addition to adoptions at the shelter today. there will be adoptions at Pawchella today. October 10, 2026, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.,...

Adopt & Foster Dogs and Cats  (10AM - 4PM; Arrive by 3pm)

Families are invited to join Kaiser Permanente for Teddy Bear Care Day on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Springfield Medical Center.
Kids can bring their favorite stuffed animal for a teddy bear checkup while enjoying hands-on activities, medical center tours, games, no-cost flu shots, and other family-friendly experiences. The first 100 children in attendance will receive a complimentary Kaiser Permanente teddy bear.
The event is designed to help children learn about health care in a fun, engaging environment while bringing families together for a day of wellness and community connection.
Registration is encouraged. Learn more and sign up at the link.

Local Event: Springfield Medical Center to Host Teddy Bear Care Day for Families on October 10th

Springfield Medical Center to Host Teddy Bear...

Families are invited to join Kaiser Permanente for Teddy Bear Care Day on Saturday, October 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at...

Springfield Medical Center to Host Teddy Bear Care Day for Families on October 10th

One More Page Books

One More Page is hosting a fundraiser for <a href="https://kweksociety.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">The Kwek Society</a>, a nonprofit that provides period supplies to U.S. Indigenous students and their peers.&nbsp;Fifteen percent of the day's sales will be donated to The Kwek Society, so buy, learn, and do good!

Local Event: One More Page Fundraiser

One More Page Fundraiser

One More Page is hosting a fundraiser for The Kwek Society, a nonprofit that provides period supplies to U.S. Indigenous...

Fall into the most spectacular drag brunch in DC this weekend.
As the original and official DC Drag Brunch™, we proudly hold the title of the best drag brunch in DC! Join us at our upscale event, Sassy Saturday this weekend. 
It’s perfect for:
<ul><li>A girls’ day out</li><li>A romantic date</li><li>Birthday celebrations or any special occasion!</li><li>Gather up your crew and get your tickets now at www.dcdragbrunch.com</li></ul>
#dmv #dcnightlife #dcrestaurants #dcbrunch #dupontcircle #bestdragbrunchindc

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 Holiday Weekend DC Drag Brunch

Fall into the most spectacular drag brunch in DC this weekend.
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