Things I'm Talking About

• The Petworth Pretty Kitties Cat Crawl is happening this weekend!
  • It is full! Unfortunately no more tickets remain, but if you'd like to attend, there are volunteer opportunities available to help guide people.
  • It's scheduled for Saturday, with Sunday as the rain date if it's forecasted to rain a meaningful amount during the crawl. Right now, it's looking fine.
  • Because of the interest, it's not going to be a guided tour, it's going to be a self-guided tour. You'll have access to the map with a suggested route, but you can explore any way you want.
• City Wildlife, who handles wildlife rescue & rehab in DC, is at risk to lose 100% of their funding and is looking for people to submit testimony.
• Beau Thai is teaming up with viral Drunk Drawn to make coloring pages for their watercolor weeknights, and it was so unexpectedly great when it came across my feed.
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• 🕺 Award-winning French jazz pianist Paul Lay is performing at the MLK Library for International Jazz Day, plus you'll catch an opening set from Duke Ellington School's jazz combo. Thursday 4/30. Free.
• 📖 DC author Norman Kelley explores why Black communities never built an industry around their greatest cultural export: music. This thought-provoking talk examines how early Black leaders missed opportunities to create economic power from the music that shaped America. Thursday 4/30. Free.
• 🎭 Deepfaking Sam Altman screening is a comedy documentary that takes a wild turn into AI ethics, followed by a Q&A with the Emmy-nominated director. Great if you're curious about artificial intelligence but want to laugh while learning about it. Thursday 4/30. Free.
• 🌲 Trade your old hiking gear for new-to-you outdoor essentials at this free swap meet with $5 beers and discounted food until 7PM. Bring up to 20 clean items and leave with fresh gear for your next adventure. Thursday 4/30. Free.
• 📖 Ever wonder why baseball catchers still get concussions despite all that gear? Professor Steve Rowson will break down his research on catcher helmet design and share how rethinking the whole approach could lead to game-changing protection. Thursday 4/30. $10+.
• 🕺 International jazz pianist Paul Lay is teaching a master class covering improvisation, harmony, and performance insights from one of today's most celebrated jazz artists. Perfect for students, musicians, or anyone who loves jazz and wants to learn from a world-class performer. Thursday 4/30. Free.

• 🍾 Honey Dijon is bringing the house down at BERHTA for a night that's going to be absolutely electric with dancing to some of my fave music. Friday 5/1. $48.
• 🖼️ Watch 100 artists create 100+ murals across Anacostia in real time as entire neighborhoods transform into an open-air art museum. You can catch artist talks, join community workshops, and see large-scale public art come to life over 18 days. Friday 5/1-5/18. Free.
• 🕺 Discover the surprising connections between Don Quixote and flamenco through scholarly discussion, live dance performance, plus wine and paella. It's like a Spanish literature class that comes alive with music and movement. Friday 5/1. $30.
• 🌐 Star Wars Weekend takes over Barracks Row with three days of galactic fun including a heavy metal tribute band, Jedi training, lightsaber battles, and themed food and drinks at local spots. Perfect excuse to dust off that costume and geek out with fellow fans! Friday 5/1. Price varies.
• 📜 History buffs and curious neighbors, this is your day! The DC History Conference brings together scholars, community members, and anyone who loves learning about our city's stories for presentations, discussions, and connections. Friday 5/1-5/2. Free.
• 🖼️ The Art of Entertaining at the National Museum of Women in the Arts showcases gorgeous tablescapes and entertaining demos that'll inspire your next dinner party. It's a fun way to pick up hosting tips while supporting women leaders in the community. Friday 5/1. $150.
• 🖼️ Ladies' DC Art Walk takes you through local galleries and studios where you can meet artists and check out rotating exhibitions. It's a perfect way to discover the local arts scene while connecting with other creative folks. Friday 5/1. Free.
• 🌐 Step into a world of languages at this hands-on festival where embassies and cultural organizations bring interactive activities, games, and experiences for all ages. You'll get to explore everything from Mandarin to Arabic without needing a passport! Friday 5/1. Free.
• 🛍️ Lucky Girl DC is bringing over 30 vendors with Y2K finds, jewelry, digital cameras, and art, plus flash tattoos and piercings on site. Your early bird ticket gets you in an hour early and includes a drink to sip while you shop. Friday 5/1. Free ($10 early bird).

• 🌐 Explore embassies from around the world as they open their doors for cultural experiences, food tastings, and traditional performances. It's like taking a mini trip to dozens of countries without leaving DC. Saturday 5/2. Free.
• 🍾 The 30+ Party is basically the perfect night out for grown-ups who want to dance to throwback hits and still get home at a reasonable hour. It wraps up by 9:30 pm so you can party AND get your beauty sleep. Saturday 5/2. $26+.*
• 🎈 Get your hands on some seriously soft yarn and watch sheep shearing demos at the Maryland Sheep & Wool Festival in West Friendship. Perfect for crafters, families, or anyone who wants to pet some adorable farm animals. Saturday 5/2-5/3. $12.50.
• 🎈 Adams Morgan Spring PorchFest brings 100+ bands to 20+ stages right on neighborhood porches and stoops. This year they're expanding the street closure down to Florida Avenue, so there's twice as much space to wander around and discover your new favorite band. Saturday 5/2. Free.
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Kids can climb into fire trucks, police cars, and street sweepers at DC's Annual Truck Touch while watching student-built electric vehicles race around a track. Plus there are games, free lunch for kids under 18, and you get to honk all the horns you want. Saturday 5/2. Free.
• 🎈 Glen Echo Park's 105-year-old carousel opens for the season with a full day of free performances, hands-on art projects, and food trucks. You can ride the historic carousel for just $2 or grab an all-day pass for $5. Saturday 5/2. $2+.
• 🕺 Anjunadeep Open Air is turning The Great Lawn at Historic Walter Reed into an outdoor dance paradise with electronic beats from 3 PM to 9:30 PM. Bring your blanket, grab your friends (21+ only), and get ready to dance under the sky. Saturday 5/2. $68.
• 🌐 Northeast DC's biggest Cinco de Mayo celebration brings mariachi bands, salsa classes, folkloric performances, and a kids' zone with face painting and a mechanical bull to Bryant Street Market. Plus taco specials, drink deals, and a vendor market to browse all day long. Saturday 5/2. Free.
• 🍲 Crabs and Comedy Feast combines the best of both worlds with meaty crabs, endless refreshments, and stand-up comedy from hilarious comedians. It's a 35+ crowd, so expect adult humor and a chill afternoon of cracking shells and cracking up. Saturday 5/2. $85 early bird.

• 📖 Laterras R. Whitfield discusses his book Student of Love in a conversation about navigating relationships at every stage, moderated by WUSA9's Allison Seymour. Whether you're single, dating, married, or healing from heartbreak, you'll walk away with practical tools for building healthier connections. Sunday 5/3. Free.
• 🖌️ Learn punch needle embroidery with local fiber artist Tyler Sanville and create your own abstract fiber art piece with a modern twist on this traditional craft. You'll leave with something totally unique that you made with your own hands. Sunday 5/3. $20.
• 🧠 Learn how to grow and cook with prickly pear cactus pads at this hands-on nopales workshop where you'll safely handle the spiky plants, taste some delicious dishes, and take home your own rooted cactus pad to grow. Perfect for anyone curious about edible plants or wanting to try something totally new! Sunday 5/3. $5 suggested donation.
• 🍲 Women Cooking In Prison is a powerful live cooking demo where formerly incarcerated women prepare commissary meals using only a microwave, sharing stories of how food became community and resistance behind bars. You'll taste the dishes while hearing directly from the women who created these recipes during their time inside. Sunday 5/3. $100.
• 🤸 Lace up for the Race for Hope DC, a 5K walk/run at Freedom Plaza that brings together thousands of people supporting brain tumor research and awareness. It's a meaningful morning with your family, friends, or running crew, plus there's a kids fun run too. Sunday 5/3. $5+.
• 🛍️ Logan Circle's getting its own monthly creative market with local artists, vintage finds, and small businesses lining P Street and Rhode Island Avenue. Perfect for a Sunday stroll where you can support local makers and maybe find something cool you didn't know you needed. Sunday 5/3. Free.
• 🍲 Treat mom (or yourself!) to this all-you-can-eat crab feast with line dancing, a DJ, and all the fixings like potatoes, eggs, and sausage. Plus there's a fish truck and bar on site if you want to keep the party going. Sunday 5/3. $71.
• 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Start your Sunday slow with a ladies' farmers market stroll in Bethesda where you'll grab coffee, browse the stalls, and maybe build a little bouquet with other women. Perfect low-key morning if you want good conversation without any pressure. Sunday 5/3. Free.
• 🖌️ Paint along to live jazz music at this outdoor paint-and-sip where you can create art while sipping drinks and listening to smooth jazz. Perfect for date night or hanging with friends, no art experience needed! Sunday 5/3. $40.

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