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Art Soiree: After Hours at Gensler:

Gensler
2020 K Street NW
July 26, 2013 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm
$20 ($25 at door)

Please join us for this unique event at Gensler’s newly redeveloped Washington, DC office space as we highlight the art of architecture through a wide variety of artistic genres and techniques. The event will feature artwork by KATYA KRUPKO and music accompanied by live violin performance by MANIFESTO as we explore the art of architecture from a different perspective. For more information on Gensler and the featured artists, please visit the event site.

Event is 21+. Tickets may be purchased through the event site and Eventbrite for $20. If tickets are still available the day of, they will be available for purchase for $25 at the door. A ticket also includes complimentary drinks courtesy of Fou-Dre Vodka, the sole and exclusive beverage sponsor of the event.

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Photo Radio/Ill Doots at Wonderland Ballroom:

Wonderland Ballroom
1101 Kenyon St NW
July 25, 2013 8:00 pm -11:55 pm

Come get your face rocked off as local funky rock group Photo Radio tears down the ballroom.

They’ll be sharing the stage with a funky/hip-hoppy band str8 outta Philly by the name of Ill Doots.

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Notworking Series:

Notworking Series
July 24th: Constellation Brands
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Woodrow Wilson Plaza
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW

Join us for an evening of grilled bites, live music and refreshing libations as we kick off our summer series.

Every Wednesday, June 19th- August 28th, from 5-8 PM, we will feature different wines or spirits paired with delicious small plates prepared on our outdoor, charcoal grill: the perfect backdrop to unwind with old friends and connect with new ones. Grab your coworkers, invite your colleagues and head over to Woodrow Wilson Plaza for a night of Notworking.

RSVP here.

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Medical Museum Science Café: Quack Medicine: A History of Combating Health Fraud in 20th Century America:

Silver Spring Civic Building, Fenton Room
Phone: 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD
Start: July 23, 2013 6:00 pm
End: July 23, 2013 7:00 pm
Cost: Free

Join the National Museum of Health and Medicine’s archives assistant and author Eric Boyle, Ph.D., as he exposes the history of allegedly fraudulent therapies, including pain medications, obesity and asthma cures, gastrointestinal remedies, virility treatments, and panaceas for diseases, such as arthritis, asthma, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS. Alternative medicine and new treatments undoubtedly save lives and ease suffering, but their existence also leaves the public susceptible to false claims and potentially injurious practices. While “quackbusters” crusade to control and shape the medical marketplace, legislators are caught in a persistent battle between preserving individual freedoms and protecting the public from fraud.

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Groundbreaking Classic Hollywood Movies:

As part of its summer reading program for adults, the Mount Pleasant Library’s summer screening of groundbreaking Classic Hollywood movies continues this Saturday the 20th at 2:00pm with a classic Warner Brothers picture about three friends and what happens when a little gold prospecting in the mountains turns into a life or death battle of wills. From 1948, directed by John Huston and starring Humphrey Bogart, Tim Holt, and Walter Huston. Join us for a brief discussion after the movie and find out what made this picture groundbreaking; guess the trivia right and win a prize!

The Mount Pleasant Library is located at 3160 16th Street NW, at the corner of 16th and Lamont Streets. Metro: Columbia Heights.

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BicycleSPACE’s Kingman Island Luau Ride & Party:

BicycleSPACE
1019 7th St NW
Start: July 19, 2013 8:00 pm
End: July 19, 2013 11:30 pm
Cost: Free

The Full Moon will be out this week and we are excited to announce another Full Moon Outing– a continuation of the series of rides and picnics we have been hosting this summer.

And this time, the torches are lit, the theme is set… We’re having a Luau you won’t soon forget! Dress code is Kitschy Tourist (we want to see some great Jimmy Buffett impressions!) Put on your wildest Hawaiian shorts and shades or rainbow ensembles and join us for a Luau Ride & Party!

The ride will be departing from our shop at 8pm. Before the ride leaves, we will be handing out glow sticks and leis for all riders so show up early and get further kitted out. Thus outfitted, we will ride through the city winding our way toKingman Island, a tranquil hideaway on the Anacostia River.
Once at Kingman Island we will be treated to hula dancers and fire knife throwers from Aloha Island Revue who will be also teaching hula lessons to all comers.

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Twenty-Five Miles to Go:

Marx Cafe
3203 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest
Start: July 18, 2013 10:00 pm
End: July 19, 2013 1:30 am
Cost: Free

A sophisticated night of classic soul, funk, soul jazz, and R&B in the heart of Mt. Pleasant. It’s an all-vinyl affair with a bias towards the sweet side of things, but if you like to dance, you’ll get your chance too.

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An Evening with Robert Picardo

Union Station | Mezzanine Level
50 Massachusetts Ave NE
Start: July 16, 2013 6:30 pm
End: July 16, 2013 9:00 pm

If you’ve got any Star Trek fans in your community, please let them know that Robert Picardo would like to meet them!

Best known for his roles as The Doctor in the Star Trek universe and Richard Woolsey in the Stargate universe, Robert Picardo is currently playing the part of Willie Clark in “The Sunshine Boys,” July 9th-21st at the Totem Pole Playhouse.

He will be appearing at Fantom Comics in Union Station to talk with fans, sign autographs, and take pictures. Signed photographs will cost $30, and taking photographs with Mr. Picardo will cost $10. Please join us for this meet and greet with one of the most talented and beloved actors in the industry.

Fantom Comics, in honor of Mr. Picardo, is offering a 10% SALE on all graphic novels and trade paperbacks during the event!

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Grey Gardens Fundraiser for the Climate Ride/WABA:

Stetson’s Famous Bar & Grill
1610 U St. NW
Start: July 14, 2013 6:00 pm
End: July 14, 2013 10:00 pm
Cost: $10.00

See the original Grey Gardens documentary & dress in your finest shabby chic. Enjoy Fabulous drink specials & win prizes. Proceeds from this event go towards the Climate Ride: The Climate Ride is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that organizes life-changing charitable events to raise awareness and support sustainability, bike advocacy, and environmental causes. September 21-25th, I will be riding 300 miles on a bicycle with other 150 other folks, from NYC to DC to raise awareness about climate & sustainability issues.

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