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Okayafrica Washington DC African Dance Party:

Tropicalia
2001 14th St. NW
Wednesday, February 13th, 2013
9:00pm – 2:00am | $5.00

OkayAfrica DC has delivered two spirit filled ritualistic events since its inception. The party is consistently packed to capacity with dancers and music lovers and has gained recognition for “bringing back the drum circle to U street”. DJ Underdog has curated shows with guest djs like Sam “the man” Burns, Jahsonic, Drew Cool, Native Sun, Collins and Kimozakii. Now the gate is open for dj’s i:Wah and Clark to go deep into the root of African music and house. We are ver grateful that the dancers from Urban Artistry set the party off every time and invoke the spirit of community dancing in Tropicalia.Witness the fitness of a party that is quickly becoming a mid week detox. See you on the dance floor with the drummers!

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Dangerously Delicious Fat Tuesday Party!:

Dangerously Delicious Pies
1339 H Street Northeast
Tuesday, February 12th, 2013
7:30pm – 10:00pm | FREE!

Dangerously Delicious Fat Tuesday Party with Live Music in an unplugged show from The Great Unknowns and The Highballers. New Orleans native Kendall Jackson of The Highballers brings a little Mardi Gras to H Street along with the Wammie-Nominated Great Unknowns.

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maDCap One Year Anniversary Party – a hellishly reckless evening:

Lost Society
2001 14th Street Northwest
Saturday, February 9th, 2013
7:00pm – 9:30pm | FREE!

This is the one year anniversary of our show maDCap. It’ll be celebrated on February 9 at Lost Society from 7-9 30 pm on the upstairs lounge/patio. We cordially invite you to enjoy great music, concoctions, conversation and some quite hilarious speeches (some monologues may or may not be performed with a real violinist in the background).

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Listed District is written by Ellen Richardson, a graphic designer and Pleasant Plains resident.

Photo by PoPville flickr user ep_jhu

Going to the Movies is written by Mount Vernon Triangle resident Catherine Taegel.

Last night I saw “Safe Haven” starring Julianne Hough as Katie and Josh Duhamel as Alex. The movie is based on a Nicholas Sparks novel. Therefore, the audience knows there are certain guaranteed elements – a scenic coastal landscape as the backdrop and torrid pasts that draw the starring characters together. With the starring actors being better known for their significant others than their own careers (Hough is dating Ryan Seacrest and Duhamel is married to Fergie), movie magic wasn’t something I was anticipating. However, I was pleasantly surprised. This Nicholas Sparks adaptation is more suspense-oriented with the dramatic aspects taking a supporting role.

The opening scenes of the film kick the movie off with high intensity and get your adrenaline pumping. Within minutes Katie (Hough) changes her look and is on the run. She ends up in a small town, far away from where she began, and feels safe enough to make herself at home. She ends up meeting Alex (Duhamel) and gets pulled into his world – two small kids and all. Katie is an innocent but guarded character, and Hough unexpectedly plays it well. She’s surprisingly genuine and, even though she’s not always polished, amiably plays the part. Duhamel is clearly comfortable as the nice guy and isn’t digging deep to play the role. He’s very enjoyable and has a nice chemistry with Hough on screen.

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Lee Patrick Johnson at mad momos:

Mad Momos
3605 14th Street, NW
Friday, February 8th, 2013
6:00pm – 9:00pm | FREE!

The first art opening will be a great evening of art, neighborhood gathering and drinks.

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Fasching Winter Karnival:

Doner Bistro
1654 Columbia Road Northwest
Thursday, February 7th, 2013
6:00pm – 11:00pm | FREE!

Please join us for Karneval, German style! Also known as Fasching and Fastnacht, Karneval in many German-speaking parts of Europe means parades, costumes and fun traditions.

Bruxxsel and Dner Bistro are happy to bring some of the celebration to Washington, DC.

Costume Contest!
Come in costume and get a free Mug Club Bier Mug

Beer Specials!
Klsch & Altbier $4

Gentlemen, beware of your ties…tradition gives the ladies the right to cut them on the carnival Thursday, Weiberfastnacht. ;-)

As usual, lots of tasty food on the menu, big beer selection, and fun music from the German-speaking lands and beyond.

Music by DJ Marceleaux (of Bruxxsel, DC).
http://8tracks.com/marceleaux/germanophilia

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Sonic Diaspora Celebrates Bob Marley’s Birthday:

1920dc
1920 9th Street Northwest
Wednesday, February 6th, 2013
9:00pm – 2:00am | $5

Calling all lions, lionesses, reggae lovers, Bob Marley lovers…

Sonic Diaspora celebrates the life of Robert Nesta Marley aka Bob Marley.He was a cultural icon and spoke about struggle, unity and love. Brotha Onaci will honour him by playing some of your favorite Bob tunes as well music from those who were influenced by the legend. It’s going to be a night filled with roots & positive vibes. So, bring your positive energy, dancing shoes, thirst for a tasty beverage, and an open mind!

Hosted by La Beautiful Mess

Doors 9pm
Free before 10pm // $5 after
$3 Rum Punch & Heneiken before 10pm
$2 Jello Shots all night long

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Kopecky Family Band:

DC9
1940 9th Street Northwest
Tuesday, February 5th, 2013
8:30pm – 10:45pm | $8

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Eat for Free, Drink for Almost Free Super Bowl Party at Jack Rose:

Jack Rose Dining Saloon
2007 18th Street Northwest
Sunday, February 3rd, 2013
6:30pm – 11:30pm | FREE!

Live like a king this Super Bowl Sunday at Jack Rose Dining Saloon: they’re hosting an “Eat for Free, and Drink for Almost Free” bowl party from 6-10 p.m. Jack Rose will serve up complimentary bar eats including Chili & Corn Bread, Buffalo Wings and Sausage & Peppers for the big game on February 3rd, while Beer Director Nahem Simon is bringing in brews from Maryland’s Evolution Craft Brewing Company and San Francisco’s Speakeasy. They will also offer $5 pints, hot punch and whiskey. Fans can watch in comfort and style on Jack Rose’s popular heated rooftop terrace featuring three jumbo sized flat-screen TVs all tuned in to Super Bowl XLVII. Jack Rose Dining Saloon is located at 2007 18th St. NW in Washington, DC. www.jackrosediningsaloon.com.

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