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Second Thursday Art Night: Sultry Summer Nights

Browse open studios, interact with artists, and enjoy refreshments at this free event!

Hop on your bike and head to the Torpedo Factory this sultry summer night for a free evening of gallery receptions and bicycle-focused activities!

Target Gallery Reception
The public is invited to join the artist and special guests from the DC design community in Target Gallery from 6-8pm for a special designer's closing reception for Tory Cowles: Living LARGE!.  

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The Art League Gallery Reception
From 6:30-8:30pm The Art League Gallery will host the reception for their popular landscape show, 'Scapes with an awards ceremony at 7:30pm. 

Visiting Artist Program Reception
View artwork, read artists’ interviews, and learn about this summer’s 2011 Visiting Artist Program at the reception for the Synergy exhibit taking place at Site 2 and 3 Galleries.

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Petrol Free Gypsy Carnival Tour
Visitors will enjoy live music from the Petrol-Free Gypsy Carnival Tour, a bicycle-powered music and art tour to promote peace, social justice, and a healthy planet.

Free Bike Tune-up
In partnership with the Petrol Free Gypsy Carnival Tour, Velocity Bicycle Cooperative invites visitors to bring their bikes to the Torpedo Factory for a free tune-up. Located in Old Town Alexandria, the cooperative promotes a vibrant and inclusive cycling community and empowers all levels of cyclists in building, maintaining, and embracing the fun of bicycles.

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