Art All Night is coming up! Neighborhoods throughout the city put on public art activations, and this year it will be Friday 9/27 and Saturday 9/28.

Keep your eyes peeled for a special newsletter issue dedicated to everything happening throughout the city!

Valerie

Things to Know in DC

Humane Rescue Alliance has been over capacity for some time now since the post-COVID uptick in adopting pets. I've noticed that they've been putting new programs in place to help the dogs get a break from the shelter with less hoops to go through.

They have had their People and Animal Cardio Klub (PACK) for some time, where you can take a shelter dog out and take them for a run or long walk.

This weekend, they are looking for weekend fosters to give some dogs a break from the shelter. You can pick up a dog Thursday through Saturday and return them Sunday through Monday.

They've also started promoting their Field Trip opportunities. I couldn't find more information about this on their website, so it's not clear if it's the same program as PACK.

Over the past year, they've really been promoting their short term foster program (part of their Test Drive program) to help give the dogs a break. I did it last year over Christmas, and my parents ended up adopting the dog I fostered! They're happy, with Zon living her best, silly life.

Things to Eat in DC

As a part of Art All Night, DC is promoting Dine All Night to highlight the city's culinary artistry. Participating restaurants will have a special Dine All Night menu item.

It runs from tomorrow, Thursday 9/18 through Sunday 9/29.

However, the Dine All Night website is still being updated with participants and is incomplete--I know of two restaurants participating (Axtondo will have a crispy duck breast dish and cocktail, and Catrachitos will be participating too) who are not listed yet.

Because of this, it's unclear how many restaurants will be participating since the website is incomplete. When you go out to eat, ask if they're participating in Dine All Night just to check!

Disclaimer: I am working with Uptown Main Street on Art All Night & Dine All Night

Things to Do in DC: Next 4 Weeks

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This Week

• Gather your friends and test your Housewives knowledge for the Bravo TV Trivia Night at Johnny Pistolas. Wednesday 9/18. Free.
• Do you have a friend who is great at sales? Have your friend pitch you to singles in this twist on speed dating. I gotta say, I prefer the powerpoint version of the pitch-a-friend concept for entertainment, but this seems like it probably has a higher success rate. Wednesday 9/18. $33.
• Experience a game show, learning experience, and comedy in one event with Wrong Answers Only, an interactive science-comedy show led by a science expert. Chris Duffy will be there along with 3 guests and 1 mystery comedian! Thursday 9/19. $17+
• Learn about the intersection of science and Art Deco as part of the National Academy of Sciences building's centennial. Thursday 9/19. Free.
• Play Dungeon and Dragons while sipping some beer at Dungeons n Drafts. You select your DM. Thursday 9/19. $20.
• For all the foodies and culinary fanatics! Discover hidden gems, menu specials, and food artistry at the 11-day Dine All Night event featuring artistic special menu items. Thursday 9/19 - Sunday 9/29.
• Get the chance to race go karts at Union Market. This weekend only, you can watch the races (for free) or join in and get behind the wheel. Thursday 9/19 - Sunday 9/22. $27.
• ​Wunder Garten's 10th Annual Oktoberfest kicks off this weekend, with the tapping of the keg ceremony. German food & beer, Bavarian games, Bavarian Olympics, and DOGtoberfest events throughout. Friday 9/19 - Sunday 10/13
• Give back to the community while spending time being active outside at the Dumbarton Oaks Park volunteer morning. Saturday 9/21. Free.
• Ever wanted to ride your bike on all 50 state-named roads in DC? Join the 50 States Ride for this annual ride put on by WABA. Saturday 9/21. $40+.
• Mt Pleasant Library is hosting an all-levels gentle flow class that focuses on postures increasing your flexibility, mobility, balance, and overall strength. First come, first served. Saturday 9/21. Free.
• Are you having trouble growing on social media? Join me for an influencer workshop where you will refocus your efforts and come up with a plan to improve your content and reach. Sunday 9/22. $20.
• If you like old movies, the Cleveland Park Library is hosting a screening of Charlie Chaplin's silent hit Shoulder Arms. Sunday 9/22. Free.
• The Parks

Next Week

• Experience bioluminescence and fluorescence live on a magical Mushroom Night Hike with naturalists Ana Ka’ahanui, Matt Felprin, and Mycologist Serenella Linares. Registration is free, but prepare $6 for the parking fee. Wednesday 9/25.
• Ready for Theatre Week in DC? Theatre Washington is bringing back their annual celebration of the local theatre community with low prices and more options to experience the theatre vibe! Festival events start as early as Saturday 9/21/24 but officially start Thursday 9/26/24 - Sunday 10/13/24. $20+
• Pop signer UPSAHL is performing at Howard Theatre. Wednesday 9/25. $22.
• Track Night helps runners learn proper mechanics, run etiquette and how to pace. Stick around afterwards for some treats! Thursday 9/26. Free.
• DC's free arts festival bringing all types of visual and performing arts together, Art All Night, is back. Check out music, dance, visual arts, and community activities that celebrate the diversity of DC. Friday 9/27 - Saturday 9/28. Free,
• ​Thrift the Runway fashion show showcases sustainable fashion, and gives your the opportunity to pick up some thrift finds. Friday 9/27. Free.
• See comedians compete to become the 2024 Breakout Comedian of the Year. Saturday 9/28. $60+.
• If you want to celebrate German culture but beer isn't for you, St Anselm is hosting an Oktoberfest German Wine Festival. Saturday 9/28. $55.
• ​Movies on the Potomac, an outdoor movie series where people gather to enjoy films under the stars, has its final movie on Sunday 9/29. Free.
• Fans of pop street art will be excited for the opening of the Basquiat x Banksy exhibit at the Hirshhorn. Opens Sunday 9/29. Free.
• ​No Man's Land Film Festival is an all-women & genderqueer adventure film festival explores the vastness and beauty of our planet. Sunday 9/29. Donation based.

Further Out

• After-hours museum events aren't only for the Smithsonians. Tudor Place in Georgetown is hosting Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow which includes Goerge Washington's hair & comb. Thursday 10/3. $25 for non-members.
• ​Open Streets DC has been announced for 7th Street NW this year. Stroll along the usually crowded street, without any cars. Saturday 10/5. Free.
• Meet new people and take a 3.1 mile walk through Old Town with We BE Walkin'. Sunday 10/6. Free.
• Work with a team to find items, answer trivia, and take photos at this scavenger hunt at the National Zoo. Sunday 10/6. $20.
• If you like history and wine, buy your tickets now for the Fall Wine Festival & Sunset Tour at Mount Vernon. This sells out early every year! Enjoy tastings from Virginia wineries on the lawn of Mount Vernon. Fri 10/4-Sun 10/6. $60+.
• The DC Coffee Festival is back at Union Market. If you love your caffeine, this is for you. Saturday 10/5 - Sunday 10/6. $24+.
• ​The Price is Right is coming to National Harbor for a live stage show, where audience members will be chosen to play the game! Saturday 10/12. $55+.
• It's the 100th year of Howard Homecoming! Check out the game, official activities, and parties for a weeklong celebration from 10/13-10/20. Homecoming game is Saturday 10/19.
• ​Paws in the Park celebrates our furry friends with a festival that's pet friendly! Features live entertainment, food & drink, vendors, shopping, and adoptable animals. Sunday 10/13. Free.