Featured Events in Washington D.C. in April 2025 (June Updated)

The U.S. Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling in Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard struck down racial preference policies. The ruling led universities to see new ways to promote diversity, such as providing an admissions boost based on economic disadvantage rather than race. Recently, however, the Trump administration has claimed that even such race-neutral efforts are illegal if they are partly motivated by a desire to promote racial diversity. Please join PPI and Bellwether for a panel discussion of whether “class, not race,” in college admissions offers a viable path for promoting social mobility and racial diversity. Featured speakers include: Richard D. Kahlenberg, Director of the American Identity Project, Progressive Policy Institute and author of the new book, Class Matters: The Fight to Get Beyond Race Preferences, Reduce Inequality and Build Real Diversity at America’s Colleges Ruy Teixeira, Senior Fellow, the American Enterprise Institute and Co-Editor of The Liberal Patriot Alison Somin , Senior Legal Fellow, Pacific Legal Foundation Stacy Hawkins , Law Professor, Rutgers Law School Moderated by Sam Fulwood III , former LA Times National Correspondent Opening remarks from Will Marshall , Founder and President of PPI, and Andy Rotherham , Co-Founder & Senior Partner of Bellwether Breakfast and coffee will be provided. Copies of Class Matters will be available for purchase and signing—please reserve a book copy when you RSVP! The panel will also be available to watch via Livestream. To receive a link, please register here. Information Source: Progressive Policy Institute | eventbrite

Brown Bag Lunch with Professor Sarah Parkinson Come join us for a casual and informative brown bag lunch with Professor Sarah Parkinson at the Johns Hopkins University, School of Advanced International Studies in Washington, DC. Her research examines organizational behavior and social change in war- and disaster-affected settings, with a focus on Southwest Asia and North Africa. Parkinson has published award-winning research on militant organizations’ decision-making and internal dynamics, political violence, forced migrants’ access to healthcare, humanitarian aid, ethics, and research methods. Most recently, she has been conducting multi-sited research on disaster preparedness/response and public safety. Dr. Parkinson’s scholarship has involved extensive fieldwork in Lebanon, Iraq, and Qatar, as well as shorter engagements in Tunisia, Turkey, and the UAE. This in-person event is a great opportunity to engage with a respected expert in the field of IR and network with fellow attendees. Don't miss out on this unique chance to gain insight, ask questions & enjoy delicious food in a relaxed setting. See you there! Date/Time: April 9, 2025. 12pm - 1pm Venue: Room 622 Location: Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies, 555 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, USA Information Source: SAIS MENA Club & Middle East Studies | eventbrite

Join us at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 10 for an American debut of an episode of the new documentary series David Frost Vs followed by a discussion with Frost’s son, Wilfred Frost, on his father’s career and interviews’ impact on journalism. Drawing from an archive of over 10,000 era-defining interviews, many of which have been lost for a generation, David Frost Vs presents a fresh perspective on the battles of yesterday, which have striking parallels to today’s culture. Frost’s work shows the mid-to-late 20th century as a furnace of change and uncertainty that continues to permeate current affairs. “I have learned an enormous amount, and I think our viewers will too. Dad’s archive allows us to go behind the scenes of key moments in our recent history and re-examine those moments in a deeply personal way from the mouths of the protagonists themselves at the moments in their lives when it really mattered,” said Wilfred Frost. The six-part documentary series was made in collaboration with Wilfred and will be aired by MSNBC Films starting April 27. Doors to the National Press Club’s Holeman Lounge open at 5:30 p.m. to allow attendees time to order a drink from the bar and mingle. To submit a question in advance for the speaker, put FROST in the subject line and email it to headliners@press.org . The deadline for submitting questions in advance is 2 p.m. on the day of the screening. Information Source: National Press Club | eventbrite

This panel, hosted by the SSP Student Council and the Center for Security Studies at the Walsh School of Foreign Service, aims to shed light on the new administration’s policies towards the eastern flank of NATO. President Trump has already stated that NATO allies should increase their defense spending to up to 5% of their GDP and has introduced in the transatlantic conversation the idea of the U.S. withdrawing some of its troops from Eastern Europe. These statements prompt uncertainty for the future of NATO: How do allies navigate this uncertainty of security arrangements, and what can we expect from the transatlantic alliance in the near future? What shall be the response from European allies, to assure that burden sharing objectives are met? We aim to find a response to these questions, and many others, by engaging in a discussion with distinguished experts from the think tank, political and academia environments. The event will be opened by a keynote speech and Q&A from Romania’s Ambassador to the United States of America, His Excellency Andrei Muraru. This discussion will be followed by an expert panel with the following speakers: - Krista Viksnins, Program manager at CEPA - Center for European Policy Analysis; - Inga Samoškaitė, Assistant Director with the Transatlantic Security Initiative within the Scowcroft Center for Strategy and Security, Atlantic Council; - James Siebens, Fellow at the Strategic Foresight Hub of Stimson Center; - Daniel Kochis, Senior Fellow in the Center on Europe and Eurasia at Hudson Institute; - Peter Doran, Senior Fellow at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies; - Professor Sara Moller from the Center for Security Studies, Georgetown University (moderator). Refreshments and coffee will be provided. Information Source: School of Foreign Service & Center for Security Studies | eventbrite

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A low key, sophisticated approach to dating in DC . Preferring a 'less is more' environment devoid of typical event trappings. Gone are the name-tags, shouting and over-the-top party trimmings. Meeting your special someone shouldn't be anything but a comfortable and relaxed experience. Creating a private club atmosphere while recognizing our clients are also our product - we reward lovely daters with discounts and complimentary events and refuse service to anyone we don't think you'll fancy meeting. This is where being lovely has it's perks! The perfect opportunity to find a companion for concerts, festivals or shows. Unleash your inner foodie, adventure junkie or health and wellness guru with someone just like yourself. ----- Speed Dating @ Public Bar Live – April 1 0 th 2025 Ages: 24-38 | 7PM 1214 18th St NW, Washington, DC 20036 http://www.speeddcdating.com SpeedDC Dating & Matchmaking ---- Extra! Extra! Read all about it! From news articles to nationally televised events - find out what everyone's talking about! Click here! -- Also proud to offer our Blind-Date Matchmaking with packages ranging from $595-$945, please Click Here. Need a bit of advice or guidance? From profiles to relationship coaching, learn more about our Advice Packages by clicking here. Information Source: SpeedDC Dating | eventbrite

Join Bold Fork Books and Nicole Rucker for an evening celebrating FAT + FLOUR: THE ART OF A SIMPLE BAKE while enjoying sweet & savory bakes from the book. ABOUT THE COOKBOOK A fuss-free, downright delicious collection of recipes for pies, cookies, brownies, cakes, and more—from “pastry queen” ( Bon Appétit ) Nicole Rucker, chef/owner of Los Angeles’s Fat + Flour Fat + Flour is a celebration of the delights that abound when these two simple ingredients come together. Famed for her rustic desserts, homespun pies, and unique flavor combinations, Nicole Rucker is revered as one of America’s best bakers, and in this baking bible she shares the accessible, unfussy recipes that made her name. From Rucker’s legendary pies—White Chocolate Banana Cream Pie! Stone Fruit Party Pie!—to cookies (Boozy Banana Snickerdoodles!), bars (Abuelita Milk Chocolate Brownies!), loaf cakes (Zucchini and Date Loaf Cake!), and much more, the book is a treasure trove of treats (including not one, not two, but five different chocolate chip cookies, six kinds of brownies, six unique apple pies, and five distinctly different banana breads). Rucker gives readers everything they need to make bakery-quality baked goods at home—but without the fuss, in part thanks to what she calls the Cold Butter Method, a low-effort technique for melding fat and flour that produces perfect cookies and the tenderest pie dough every time. A cookbook guaranteed to take your baking to the next level. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Nicole Rucker is a chef and author living and baking in Los Angeles. This is her second book. Her first, Dappled: Baking Recipes for Fruit Lovers , was nominated for a James Beard Award in 2020. Rucker owns Fat + Flour Bakery with her husband, Blaine. ABOUT THE MODERATOR Becky Krystal is the recipes editor for Washington Post Food, following a six-year stint as a staff writer and recipe developer. After several years as a general assignment reporter in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley, she came to The Washington Post in 2007 to work for TV Week and Sunday Source. Her time at The Post also includes five years in the Travel section. Information Source: Bold Fork Books | eventbrite

The Embassy of France in the United States in poartnership with The French American Piano Society and Sofitel Washington Present Anne Queffélec , Piano Solo. W.A. Mozart (1756–1791) Sonata in B-flat Major, K. 333 Promenade dans un jardin musical à la française Claude Debussy (1862–1918) Reflets dans l'eau ( Images , No. 1, Premier Cahier) Clair de lune ( extrait de la Suite Bergamasque ) Gabriel Dupont (1878–1914) Après-midi de dimanche ( No. 5, extrait des Heures Dolentes ) Reynaldo Hahn (1874–1947) Hivernale Le Banc Songeur ( extraits de Le Rossignol éperdu ) Charles Koechlin (1867–1950) Chant de pêcheurs ( Op. 63 No. 10, extrait de Paysages et Marines ) Florent Schmitt (1870–1958) Glas ( No. 6, extrait de Musiques Intimes ) Information Source: French-American Piano Society | eventbrite

Date: Friday, April 11, 2025 Conference Schedule: 1:00 PM Check-in opens 1:15 PM Introductory Remarks 1:30 PM Panel I: Regional Dynamics 3:00 PM Coffee Break 3:30 PM Panel II: Geoeconomics of Energy 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Reception Location: Riggs Library (3rd floor of Healy Hall at Georgetown University) About the Conference: Join CERES for a conference exploring the regional dynamics and geoeconomics of a possible post-carbon future for Central Asia. Since independence, Central Asian countries have profited from the sale of oil and gas while providing heat to their people through their abundant coal reserves. What might the future look like for Central Asian countries, if the world economy moves beyond fossil fuels? What are the options for Central Asian countries as their energy needs and use change? How might they compensate for the loss of revenue from oil and gas exports? Beyond oil and gas, how will they manage responsible ownership of the vast mineral and uranium resources found in Central Asia? Panel I: Regional Dynamics Moderator: Gavin Helf (Georgetown University) Artemy Kalinovsky (Temple University), "The Life, Death, and Rebirth of the Central Asian Power System" Vadim Grishin (Georgetown University), "Central Asia's Energy Landscape: Prospects for Regionalization in the Context of Competition between Russia and China" Brianne Todd (NESA Center), "Central Asia's Critical Minerals: Navigating Global Demand and Strategic Partnerships in a Post-Carbon World" Ambassador Yerzhan Ashikbayev (Ambassador of Kazakhstan to the U.S.), "Energy Futures and the Kazakh-American Relationship" Panel II: Geoeconomics of Energy Moderator: Marsha McGraw-Olive (SAIS, John Hopkins University) Natalie Koch (Syracuse University), "Gulf Post-Oil Energy Diplomacy in Central Asia" Theresa Sabonis-Helf (Georgetown University), "Nuclear Power Dreams: Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan's Pursuit of Nuclear Energy Markets" Ambassador (ret.) Daniel Rosenblum , "What is the U.S. Role in a Post-Carbon Central Asia?" Ambassador (ret.) Steven Mann , "Through Private Sector Eyes" For participants' bios, click here . Please RSVP as seating is limited. Check-in opens at 1:00 PM. If you have further questions please email CERES' Center Administrator, Jessica Miller, at jm3337@georgetown.edu CERES would like to thank the Chevron Corporation for its generous sponsorship of this conference. Information Source: Center for Eurasian, Russian and East European Studies -- (CERES) | eventbrite

Questions? Call/Text/Whatsapp (917)749-0150 Check out the Tamasha vibe on Instagram or Facebook Tamasha Nights, USA's #1 desi parties in 15+ cities, at 50+ nightclubs/boats/live venues. A new DJ and a new theme for every event! We strive to bring new and unique experiences with our concept based events and top of the line team of DJs! We are excited to announce our brand new concept- BOLLYWOOD AT SACHI NIGHTCLUB D.C.- Have you been missing DJ Browny? See you at Sachi Nightclub On April 11th for a Bollywood Banger! AGE & ID - This Event is Strictly For 21 & Over. Proper Physical ID Will Be Required To enter. PLEASE BRING A VALID PHYSICAL ID : State issued ID/Driver License or Passport. NO other forms of identification will be accepted! Photocopies or pictures of your IDs on your phone will NOT be accepted. Physical ID required! REFUND POLICY - No Refunds, All Sales Final: Unforeseen circumstances beyond our control will not be grounds for a refund, including but not limited to the following: local or national weather conditions, natural disasters, waiting in lines, extended waits in lines, family emergencies, medical emergencies including COVID-19 results, employment issues including layoffs, traffic, parking, public or private transportation issues, etc. If you purchased for the incorrect date, location, event, etc, we are not obligated to provide a refund, credit, exchange or transfer. We reserve the right to refuse entry to any ticket-holder, without a refund, for any reason, including but not limited to: disorderly behavior, failing to comply with the rules of the venue, incorrect attire, intoxication, venue capacity, breach of security, and other restrictions. You are aware that Talent is subject to change without notice, which is not grounds for a refund. You are aware that amenities promised are not guaranteed and are not grounds for a refund. Dissatisfaction with any aspect of the event is not grounds for a refund, including but not limited to: music, DJ(s), decorations or lack thereof, party favors or lack thereof, beverages or lack thereof, alcohol selection, bar staff, food availability and selection, fellow patrons/attendees, venue staff, event staff, security, performances, ambiance, amenities, venue, check-in process, seating or lack of seating, wait in lines, emergency closures of event, delayed commencing of events, early ending of events, etc. We often take pictures and videos at our events. Please email us at tamashanights@gmail.com if you want your pictures removed. Information Source: TAMASHA NIGHTS BY DJ BROWNY | eventbrite

A Tour Of Tales The story of Prophet Yusuf (AS) is presented in the Qur’an as an exemplary model of exhibiting endurance through difficulties, accepting Divine decree and continuing to persevere in the way of Allah (SWT). Surah Yusuf teaches us that the resolve of Dunya is pain and the essence of faith is the belief that our agony serves a purpose, that we will ultimately reap its benefits in the Akhira. From the Dream to the Throne will present an emotional analysis on the life of Prophet Yusuf (AS) as he drifts through chapters in his life marked with greed, lies and betrayal and, through the eloquence of the Qur’an, will extract lessons that are potent to the life we live today. Information Source: Miftaah Institute | eventbrite

This inclusive service led by Rabbi Aaron and Sixth & I’s musicians blends contemporary and traditional elements for an experience that feels both familiar and fresh. 6:30 pm - Doors open 7:00 pm – Service Sixth & I Event Policies Seating is general admission; first-come, first-served. If you are unable to use your tickets, you may transfer them to another person here. For accessible entry and accessible seating requests, email Amanda at aloerch@sixthandi.org. For more on ticketing, venue policies, and security procedures, click here . Please be aware that you may be filmed, videotaped, photographed, and/or recorded. By entering the event space, you consent to your voice, image, and likeness being used, without compensation or prior approval, for exploitation in any and all media, whether now known or hereinafter devised, and you release Sixth & I and its program partners from any liability on account of such usage. Information Source: Sixth & I: Jewish Life and Social Events | eventbrite

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Few people know that historic canals were critical to the growth of Washington D.C. in the early 19th century. These canals include the Washington City Canal, the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal and the Alexandria Canal. This bike/scooter tour explores the historic canals, canal boats, locks, and lockkeeper houses - and the people who built and used this incredible transportation infrastructure. Bring your own bike/scooter - safety helmets are required. If you choose to rent a bike, there is a Capital Bikeshare docking station at our meeting point (more info about Capital Bikeshare in the FAQ section below). The ride is about 7 miles (11 kilometers) on flat ground and takes about 2 hours. Here are the highlights of our tour: From our meeting point, it is a very short ride to the Navy Yard Terminus of the historic Washington City Canal . From there we proceed as closely as possible along the path of the historic canal. We stop at Canal Park , a three-block stretch of 2nd St. SE which has several interpretive signs and historic photographs. From Canal Park, we ride around a section of the original path of the historic canal which was overtaken by what is now the Southeast Freeway (Interstate 695) and CSX railway. Along this detour we make a surprise stop at a place that predates the historic canal. Back on our bikes/scooters, we return to the historic path of the Washington City Canal on what is now Canal St. SE and ride to the Lockkeepers House. Along the way, we see the Washington City Canal memorialized at Freedom Plaza . Then we make a brief stop to see artifacts of the historic Washington City Canal discovered when the National Museum of African American History was under construction. At the Lockkeeper's House you will learn the history of the house as well as the massive project by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to create West Potomac Park and East Potomac Park. After departing the Lockkeeper's House, we ride along a route approximating the path of the C&O Canal Extension to C&O Canal Mile 0 , a stone marker at the C&O Canal's southeastern terminus. Here we see the ruins of Tide Lock A that connected the C&O Canal to the Potomac River. From there the final leg of our ride takes us to C&O Canal Lock 4 . There we will see a working lift lock , where a canal packet boat will be docked near the National Park Service's Visitor Center in Georgetown. Legal Disclaimer: By participating in this tour, you agree to: Provide your own bicycle or scooter in good mechanical condition and safety helmet. Obey all traffic laws. Hereby unconditionally RELEASE, WAIVE, and AGREE NOT TO SUE TommyToursDC or any of its employees. Information Source: TommyToursDC | eventbrite

Welcome to an **Exclusive Spy History Tour of Capitol Hill**! Explore the secrets and mysteries of Capitol Hill with a former intel professional with deep subject matter expertise in counterintelligence, otherwise known as "spy-hunting". Start at the beautiful Bartholdi Fountain and learn about Baker Lafayette, one of America's first spy hunters. What did he accomplish, why was he fired and why was he rehired? What were his lasting contributions to law enforcement practices. Continue up the hill and hear how the KGB and Soviet spies effectively used COVER to help them steal secrets from Congress. Why were they successful and why did they fail? Learn about Civil War Spies "Belle" Boyd and Rose Greenhow and Harriet Tubman. Which of these were imprisoned in Washington DC and what were their fates? Decode a secret message that was used during the Civil War using a cipher wheel. Finally, put on your spy eyes while navigating the streets. What risks do you encounter? Are you being followed? The tour ends at 316 F St., NE. This in-person event is perfect for history buffs, and anyone looking for a unique and memorable experience in Washington, D.C. Don't miss out on this one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore **Capitol Hill** like never before! Not seeing a tour on the calendar that works for your schedule? Submit a request for a new date/time, and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs. Private tours available upon request in English, Spanish, French, Russian, Turkish, Arabic or Hebrew. Information Source: Spyher | eventbrite

CLASS DESCRIPTION: Come celebrate Earth Day with us by pouring your own organic soy candle in a reclaimed vessel. Bring your own vessel or we will have one available for you! Blend your favorite scents to make a candle that is uniquely yours. All materials are provided, and Bianca, Beez Wax + Co owner, will walk you through the full step-by-step on how to pour a candle yourself. About Beez Wax & Co: Bianca Turner is the Owner of Beez Wax & Co. Starting from humble beginnings, Bianca has become a dedicated fragrance expert who works tirelessly to provide candles and other household products that both smell good and do good for our planet. It has been her goal since day one to offer exceptionally curated scents and designs while remaining an honest, affordable brand for customers. She operates with the key understanding that her work is about much more than profitability. Beez Wax & Co is a brand offering non-toxic, feel-good products that people can ethically and consciously enjoy. We want to burn exquisite scents throughout your home, not holes in your wallet. Information Source: Shop Made in DC | eventbrite

The FCPSF will honor two young women from the Washington, DC metropolitan area for their outstanding accomplishments in the areas of STEM ( S cience/ Health , T echnology, E ngineering, and M athematics ), Community Service, Entrepreneurship, and the Arts. The 2025 recipients of the Dr. Jowava Morrow Leggett Harrison Book Scholarship will be presented during the program. Contributions from individual, community, and corporate organizations enable FCPSF to support two important initiatives: the FCPSF Community Grant and the Celebrating Our Girls (COG) Awards. Can’t attend the event? Make a tax deductible donation to FCPSF through the Eventbrite ticket link! Follow FCPSF on social media at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreparingOurGirls Twitter: https://twitter.com/fcpsfdc Contact us by email at thefcpsf@gmail.com and visit our website https://www.federalcityfoundation.org/ Information Source: The Federal City Public Service Foundation | eventbrite

Welcome to the Easter Egg Hunt and Games event! Come join us on Sat, April 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM for a fun-filled day of hunting for colorful eggs and playing exciting games at Faith Moravian Church . Bring your family and friends for a day of laughter, joy, and Easter spirit. Don't forget to wear comfortable shoes and clothes for all the running around! Get ready to search high and low for hidden eggs, participate in friendly competitions, and enjoy delicious treats. It's going to be an egg-citing day! We can't wait to see you there! Information Source: Faith Moravian Church of the Nation's Capital | eventbrite

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Welcome to the Eastern Market Metro Park & Barracks Row DC Walking Tour ! Join us for a fun and informative walking tour starting at the Eastern Market Metro Plaza Park . Explore the vibrant neighborhood of Barracks Row, filled with historic sites, charming shops, and delicious eateries. This in-person event is a great way to discover the rich culture and history of this iconic area in Washington, DC. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to explore the heart of the nation's capital on foot! TOUR SITE SCHEDULE: SITE #1 (EDGE OF THE ROW) EASTERN MARKET PLAZA SITE #2 (HAINES DEPARTMENT STORE SITE #3 COMMERECE AND COMMUNITY SITE #4 HEALING THE WOUNDS (HILL CENTER) SITE #5 OLDEST POST OF THE CORPS SITE #6 A NEIGHBORHOOD FOR EVERYONE SITE #7 STRIKE UP THE BAND SITE #8 WILLIAM PRATT COMMUNITY BUILDER SITE #9 WASHINGTON NAVAL YARD SERVING THE FLEET SITE #10 WASHINGTON MARKER OF WEAPONS SITE #11 CHANGE AND RENEWAL SITE #12 CHRIST CHURCH SITE #13 IN THE ALLEY SITE #14 LIFE ON THE PARK SITE #15 A FINE HOUSE IN THE WOODS SITE #16 MEET YOU AT THE MARKET Information Source: Barracks Row Main Street | eventbrite

Vintage Espionage, a Wine Tasting Event with an Espionage Twist Join former CIA officers on Saturday, 12 April 2025 at 2:30 PM-4:30 PM and hear their real-life stories from exotic locales around the world while enjoying a blind wine tasting of two sparkling, two Chardonnay, and two Pinot Noir. Can you guess which are Old World wines and which are New World wines? All are welcome to try so gather your family, friends, visitors, neighbors, partners etc... and join us! Must be 21. For security reasons your sommelier for the afternoon will remain encrypted, known only as DECANTER/1 (C/1). C/1 lived and served around the world. She’s an expert in relationship building and persuasion and guides you through a blind tasting of old-world and new-world wines. Together you’ll assess and evaluate her selections the way a sommelier would. Along the way enjoy stories from a life on the front lines of intelligence operations from C/1 and Spyher Founder Rosanna Minchew. Be sure to bring your burning questions about wine and the world of spies! Whether you're a wine connoisseur or simply love intrigue, Vintage Espionage promises an afternoon you won't want to miss. Co-hosted with 1310 Kitchen & Bar in Georgetown, a perfect venue nestled amongst the spy sites of the iconic Georgetown neighborhood! Light snacks provided. Location: 1310 Wisconsin Ave. NW; Washington D.C., 20007 Date: Saturday, 12 April 2025 Time: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Admission: Limited availability, so book your tickets now! Note: This event is for individuals aged 21 and above. Door Prizes and Gift Cards will be Available. Information Source: Spyher | eventbrite

The Friends of Mount Vernon Trail will be improving the trail near Navy and Marine Memorial Volunteers may perform some of the following work: Using pruners and loppers to remove English Ivy Edging the trail Picking up trash What to Bring: Water Gloves (We'll have some to borrow) Long sleeves and long pants Where to Meet: The work area is on the Mount Vernon Trail near the Navy-Merchant Marine Memorial. See the picture for walking directions from the nearest address. Meeting spot here Google street view here Parking: You can park for free at Columbia Island Marina COVID Safety Precautions: We follow current CDC guidance Work will be performed outside with room to socially distance Group Volunteering: We welcome groups to come volunteer at our events. If you plan on having more than 20 people come on a particular weekend, just let us know via email (hello@mountvernontrail.org) no less than one week prior to the day of the event so we can better prepare supplies and promote your group’s attendance on social media. You can read more about group volunteering on our website here . Support our Work: We're raising funds to continue to improve the Mount Vernon Trail. Donate to keep our volunteers equipped with tools and supplies at Donate to Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail. Keep up to date with upcoming events and news about the trail by following us on our website , Facebook , Twitter , Bluesky , YouTube , and Instagram . Photo and Liability Waiver: By registering to volunteer, you're agreeing to our Photo Release and Liability Waiver. Information Source: Friends of the Mount Vernon Trail | eventbrite

CLASS DESCRIPTION Join us for this class where you will learn how to create your own coconut wax candles and mix your own personal scent combination. No need to bring anything, all materials will be provided to create. There will be in depth instructions and demos given to each student. Our favorite part of the class? Your candles will be ready to take home and enjoy at the end of the class! ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: My name is London Cooper. I was born in Washington D.C. My love for candles and scents grew into a love for candle making. I've always loved handcrafted projects and DIY, so the passion for candle making came easily. Our goal is to create aromas where peace, love and happiness can fill the air. Our scents are inspired by moods, people, places and things that make anywhere you are feel like home. All our candles are handcrafted with love. London Wick is a scented lifestyle. Information Source: Shop Made in DC | eventbrite

Step into one of Washington’s most exclusive lounges featuring top notch entertainment in the form of exotic dancing. Enjoy V.I.P booths with stage-side seating and complimentary entry for any occasion. Expect the ultimate bachelor party or divorce party experience of a lifetime. Information Source: Cloakroom Gentlemen's Club | eventbrite

A low key, sophisticated approach to dating in DC . Preferring a 'less is more' environment devoid of typical event trappings. Gone are the name-tags, shouting and over-the-top party trimmings. Meeting your special someone shouldn't be anything but a comfortable and relaxed experience. Creating a private club atmosphere while recognizing our clients are also our product - we reward lovely daters with discounts and complimentary events and refuse service to anyone we don't think you'll fancy meeting. This is where being lovely has it's perks! The perfect opportunity to find a companion for concerts, festivals or shows. Unleash your inner foodie, adventure junkie or health and wellness guru with someone just like yourself. ----- **WOMEN SOLD OUT - Ladies, Wait list tickets are available for purchase. Look out for an email if a spot opens up! If not you may use your ticket for any future event.** Speed Dating @ The Pub & The People - April 13 th 2025 Ages: 32-44 | 6PM 1648 North Capitol St NW, Washington, DC 20002 http://www.speeddcdating.com SpeedDC Dating & Matchmaking ---- Extra! Extra! Read all about it! From news articles to nationally televised events - find out what everyone's talking about! Click here! -- Also proud to offer our Blind-Date Matchmaking with packages ranging from $595-$945, please Click Here. Need a bit of advice or guidance? From profiles to relationship coaching, learn more about our Advice Packages by clicking here. Information Source: SpeedDC Dating | eventbrite

Canada at the Polls: Canada-US Relations and the 2025 Canadian Federal Election Date: Monday, April 14, 2025 Time: 12:15 PM – 1:30 PM Location: Hopkins Bloomberg Center Room 432 Facilitator: Dr. Holly Ann Garnett Event Description: On April 28, 2025, Canadians will head to the polls in a pivotal federal election. With trade tensions, tariffs, and the possibility of a second Trump presidency looming, how is the Canada-US relationship shaping the national political debate? What issues are top of mind for Canadian voters, and how do the major parties differ in their approaches? Join Fulbright Visiting Scholar Dr. Holly Ann Garnett for an interactive, accessible session that unpacks Canada’s political moment and explores what’s at stake for cross-border relations. Whether you're deeply involved in North American policy or just curious about what's happening north of the border, this session is designed for a general audience—no background in Canadian politics needed. Lunch will be provided! Event Outline: Overview of the Canadian Electoral System How Canada votes Key party leaders and voter behavior Polling trends and historical context Major Election Issues Canada-US relations Affordability and cost of living Leadership and party platforms (including a real-time look at party positions) About the Speaker: Dr. Holly Ann Garnett is a Fulbright Visiting Scholar and Associate Professor of Political Science at the Royal Military College of Canada in Kingston, Ontario. She is cross-appointed to the Department of Political Studies and the School of Policy Studies at Queen’s University and is an Honourary Research Fellow at the University of East Anglia (UK). Dr. Garnett’s research focuses on strengthening electoral integrity across the entire electoral cycle—from election management and campaign finance to voting technologies and civic literacy. She is co-editor of Cyber-Threats to Canadian Democracy (MQUP, 2022) and Building Inclusive Elections (Routledge, 2020), and serves as co-director of the Electoral Integrity Project, a global research initiative examining election quality worldwide. She is also a co-investigator with the Human-Centric Cybersecurity Partnership (HC2P), the Consortium on Electoral Democracy (C-Dem), and a fellow with the Queen’s Institute for Intergovernmental Relations (IIGR). Her academic journey includes a PhD in Political Science from McGill University and visiting fellowships in Australia, Finland, and the United States. Information Source: Hopkins Center for Canadian Studies | eventbrite

East City Bookshop welcomes Lauren K Watel to discuss her work, Book of Potions , in conversation with E. Hughes and E. Ethelbert Miller. Note on Format: This hybrid event will have both an in-person component with limited seating as well as a virtual broadcast via Zoom Webinar. Both in-person and virtual attendees will be able to pose questions to the author during audience Q&A. ABOUT BOOK OF POTIONS Winner of the 2023 Kathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry, selected by Ilya Kaminsky. Written with tremendous urgency and ferocious candor, the prose poems of Book of Potions captures a woman caught in the middle of life: no longer young, not yet old, trapped between generations, locked in stereotyped roles and stultifying social norms, confined by other people’s expectations and their projections of what a woman should be. By turns enraged, funny, frustrated, astute and joyful, these short hybrid pieces (potion = poem + fiction) combine the lyric compression of poetry with the narrative expansiveness of prose. Readers will meander, spellbound, through a wildly imaginative dream world of fairy-tale landscapes, allegorical insights, social satire, thought experiments and vivid surreal imagery, scenes of otherworldly strangeness and haunting beauty. These potions are elixirs in language, some healing, some poisonous, all magical. Lauren K. Watel’s debut book, a collection of prose poetry entitled BOOK of POTIONS (potion = poem + fiction), was awarded the Kathryn A. Morton Prize in Poetry, selected by Ilya Kaminsky, and came out in February from Sarabande Books. Her poetry, fiction, essays and translations have appeared widely. A native of Dallas, TX, she lives in Decatur, GA. https://www.laurenkwatel.com E. Hughes is the author of Ankle-Deep in Pacific Water (Haymarket Books 2024). They received their MFA in poetry and MA in English Literature from the Litowitz Creative Writing Program at Northwestern University. Their poems have been published or are forthcoming in Guernica Magazine , Indiana Review , Gulf Coast Magazine, Colorado Review, and The Rumpus —among others. They are a Cave Canem fellow and have been a finalist for the 2021 Elinor Benedict Poetry Prize, longlisted for the 2021 Granum Fellowship Prize, and a semifinalist of the 2022 and 2023 92Y Discovery Contest. Currently, Hughes is a PhD student in Philosophy at Emory University studying black aesthetics, psychoanalysis, and poststructuralism. Eugene Ethelbert Miller (born November 20, 1950) is an African-American poet , teacher and literary activist, based in Washington, DC . He is the author of several collections of poetry and two memoirs, the editor of Poet Lore magazine, and the host of the weekly WPFW morning radio show On the Margin . Information Source: East City Bookshop | eventbrite

Dive into a unique baking experience, while connecting with other providers, and see how GreenIsland Bakery's mental health workshops support individuals recovering from various traumas. Recently featured on the Kelly Clarkson Show , GreenIsland Bakery uses positive psychology coaching and baking skills training to help women navigate recent traumatic experiences such as domestic violence, human trafficking, eating disorders and more. In this workshop, GreenIsland will guide participants through a baking experience while sharing about their social enterprise and work with trauma survivors. Not only will you learn about client stories but you too will experience the multisensory and mindfulness benefits of baking . Attendees will walk away with their own freshly baked Irish treats and a complimentary shortbread package from GreenIsland. This event is offered in partnership with local mental health nonprofits, Project Blackbird and Rock Recovery. Dinner is generously sponsored by Troy's Italian Kitchen . Refreshments will be provided. About the event partners: GreenIsland Bakery : Founded by Caroline Johnston, GreenIsland Bakery was established in 2020. GreenIsland is an Irish specialty & European bakery that was inspired by family recipes handed down through generations. The full range of freshly baked goods are ideal for catering events and special occasions. GreenIsland specializes in a melt in your mouth shortbread range that can be found in multiple retail stores and online for corporate gifting. As a social enterprise, GreenIsland Bakery partners with organizations supporting individuals recovering from traumatic experiences. GreenIsland's unique workforce training program combines positive psychology coaching and baking training as a therapeutic intervention for trauma survivors. Project Blackbird : PROJECT BLACKBIRD INC. is a non-profit dedicated to de-stigmatizing conversations around eating disorders and mental health within all communities. The organization provides free therapy and other mental health resources for students across the nation through their touring program, empowering participants towards recovery and self-acceptance. The events include a screening of the award-winning short film Blackbird, followed by discussions with cast members, public figures sharing lived experience (Actors, Athletes, Artists, etc) and healthcare professionals, and concludes with a journaling activity, the free therapy initiative, and resource fair with local and national resources. PROJECT BLACKBIRD INC. partners with NAMI and Talkspace to bring this program to colleges, high schools, and communities across the nation. Rock Recovery : Rock Recovery is a nonprofit based in Arlington, VA whose mission is to make life-saving eating disorder treatment and support accessible to all. Founded in 2009, Rock Recovery exists to help people break out of isolation and find real freedom from disordered eating and body image issues. Rock Rock Recovery offers holistic, affordable outpatient eating disorder care to individuals and families across DC, MD, & VA. To date, Rock has provided more than 500 individuals with life-changing eating disorder therapy and provided education and support to nearly 20,000 more. Learn more about Rock Recovery's programs at www.rockrecoveryed.org . Information Source: Rock Recovery | eventbrite

Die krisis in die Oekraïne het vir die wêreld gewys hoe kwesbaar ons internasionale voedselstelsels is en hoe kospryse die hoogte in kan skiet as insette skaars raak. Is dit moontlik om die natuur in te span om goedkoper en winsgewender te boer, en kan dit ’n bietjie van die stres van kapitaalintensiewe boerdery verlig? Benewens die impak op ’n boer se beursie, is die wêreldbevolking aan die groei en krap boere kop oor hoe om ons huidige landbou-opbrengste te verdubbel om in die behoeftes te voorsien. Information Source: Richard Thompson | eventbrite

Wicked Mondaze has grown to be a cultural phenomenom for the BIPOC LGBTQIA+ community in the DC Metro area. Since launching in 2018 at a venue named Wicked Bloom in DC - this event continues to bring together good people with good vibes. Join us on Monday, April14th as we takeover the WILD DAYS Rooftop Bar on the Eaton Hotel in DC. Come kick back with your tribe or your bae or come through solo to meet new people, sip cocktails and enjoy small bites in a safe (indoor/outdoor) space. Aries... it's your season.... let's CELEBRATE!! Featuring: Sounds curated by DC's own DJ MIM & Special Guest DJ Chan Don No Cover | 21+ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Celebrate any occasion with us! Reserve a VIP section with bottle service by contacting us on Instagram: @WickedMondaze THIS IS AN ALL INCLUSIVE LGBTQIA+ EVENT Information Source: Wicked Mondaze | eventbrite