Doing, Reading, Eating, Watching – Feb 27, 2023

February 27th, 2023 – March 6th, 2023

How is it almost March already?!?! Typically this is when I would be gearing up for SXSW but I haven’t made any arrangements yet so not sure if I’m going this year. I want to but not sure it aligns yet so we shall see!!! It’s one of my faves, especially after they added comedy!!

SXSW Conference & Festivals | March 10-19, 2023
What: South by Southwest (aka SXSW) celebrates the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture. Join us in Austin, Texas for SXSW 2023!
Where: Austin, TX
When: March 10-19, 2023
Tickets: https://www.sxsw.com/

Doing – Feb/March 2023

Black History Month Run (U St Corridor) with DC Run Crew
What: Join DC Run Crew for their annual black history fun run around the U St. Corridor, from Howard University to Blagden Alley to Ben’s Chili Bowl. Learn some history, see some murals, plus time for pictures and prizes for members. It will be a fun group run with lots of stops, all pace groups are welcome.
Where: Lululemon, 1925 14th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009 United States
When: February 27, 2023, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST
Tickets: Free (Reservation required) https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-history-month-run-u-st-corridor-with-dc-run-crew-tickets-556221572697?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Bold Fork Book Club: Popisho
What: Talk and share treats based on Leone Ross’s “uproarious, sensual” novel, inspired by the author’s Jamaican homeland and conjuring a world where magic is everywhere, food is fate, politics are broken, and love awaits. Sounds downright delicious.
Where: Bold Fork Books, 3064 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009 United States
When: Feb 27, 2023, 6:00 PM EST
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/february-bold-fork-book-club-popisho-by-leone-ross-tickets-535979357687?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Mindful Mondays with Great Energy Group: Black History Month Yoga
What: Join the crew from Great Energy Group and Eaton’s Wellness Director Tara Aura for a unique mindfulness series, celebrating Black History Month thru movement and music of the African diaspora. This will be a rhythmic, restorative, yoga flow that links movement to the breath. This class is fun for inflexible people and yogis of all levels.
Where: Eaton DC, 1201 K Street Northwest Washington, DC 20005 United States
When: Feb 27, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Tickets: Donations Appreciated https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mindful-mondays-with-great-energy-group-black-history-month-yoga-tickets-526447718297?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Washington DC Speed Dating |Ages 26-38 | Singles Event | Seen on BravoTV!
What: 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.
Where: Hive Bar 2224 F St NW Second Floor Washington, DC 20037 United States
When: February 27, 2023, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/washington-dc-speed-dating-ages-26-38-singles-event-seen-on-bravotv-tickets-488383447037?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Karaoke Tuesdays
What: A karaoke night every Tuesday at the all new 1865 (@1865dc) – A cigar bar/Seafood & Steakhouse.
Where: 3813 Georgia Avenue Northwest Washington, DC 20011 United States
When: Tuesday February 28th
Tickets: Free

We Who Believe in Freedom: Black Feminist DC
What: We Who Believe in Freedom: Black Feminist DC will trace Black feminism in Washington, DC from the turn of the 20th century through the civil rights and Black Power movements to today.
Where: Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G St NW, Washington, DC, 20001
When: Exhibition opening March 2023

Shear Madness
What: Set today in the Shear Madness hairstyling salon, this record-breaking comedy is Washington’s hilarious whodunit. After more than 13,500 performances, the show has stayed in great shape. Performances are ongoing.
Where: Theater Lab, Kennedy Center
When: Mar 01 2023, 08:00 PM
Tickets: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/theater/2022-2023/shear-madness/

Senator Bernie Sanders – It’s Okay to Be Angry About Capitalism
What: Senator Bernie Sanders’ new book, It’s Ok to Be Angry About Capitalism, is a progressive takedown of the uber-capitalist status quo that has enriched millionaires and billionaires at the expense of the working class, and a blueprint for what transformational change would actually look like.
Where: The Anthem, 901 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC, 20024
When: March 01 (DOORS: 6:30PM / SHOW: 8:00PM)
Tickets: https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/15005E397F6416F0?utm_source=hive&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=hive_email_id_167378_weekly-eblast-020123&h_sid=94161ae2a0-59cebdd0752a2d24867c7e78&h_slt=eyJoYXNoIjoiN2Q4ZjdmYzIyYWU2YjQ5IiwiaGl2ZV91c2VyX2lkIjo5NTExODc3fQ%3D%3D

Red Sky Performance: Miigis: Underwater Panther, North American Tour
What: For its exciting Kennedy Center debut, Red Sky Performance brings a work revealing the power of nature and Indigenous prophecy through contemporary Indigenous dance, theatrical innovation, and a fusion of athleticism, music, and film.
Where: The Kennedy Centre, Terrace Theatre
When: Mar 02 2023 | 07:30 PM
Tickets: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/dance/2022-2023/red-sky-performance/?pid=5277178&promocode=501886&utm_source=pocket_saves

Comedy as a Second Language
What: Comedy as a Second Language is a live, interactive comedy show featuring the stand-up comedy of immigrant and 1st generation performers. Audiences love this show! Lots of fun with our comics as they share stories and jokes about their lives, families and their relationship with their new home.
Where: Silver Spring, Black Box, 8641 Colesville Road Silver Spring, MD 20910
When: March 2, 7:30PM
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-as-a-second-language-tickets-500284553567

Super Spectacular Women’s History Month Comedy Show!
What: Women’s History. Currently making up 49.7% of the human population and living in every corner or the world since the beginning of time, it should feel strange that there needs to a devoted month to the history of women (who have contributed so dang much to society, and have often does it better than their male counterparts) in 2023. But it doesn’t (at least if you’ve paid remote attention to anything that’s ever happened in the world)
Where: The Outrage, 1811 14th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009
When: March 2, 7PM
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/super-spectacular-womens-history-month-comedy-show-tickets-536359855767?aff=TheOutrage

Into The Woods
What: Here’s a reason to be happy ever after… Following a sold-out engagement at New York City Center and a hugely acclaimed transfer to Broadway, Into the Woods is coming to the Kennedy Center. Directed by Lear deBessonet (Hercules), this theatrical event honors Stephen Sondheim’s legendary memory and his Broadway masterpiece like never before.
Where: Kennedy Center – Opera House, Washington, D.C.
When: March 3, 7:30PM
Tickets: https://www.kennedy-center.org/whats-on/explore-by-genre/theater/2022-2023/into-the-woods/?gclid=Cj0KCQiAutyfBhCMARIsAMgcRJRiTgCCBpQ-Fura-7zHt1d_KUUrIMuRlVd3frr2VSq75wUvb-aEOzkaAl4eEALw_wcB

Jane Franklin Dance: Present Moment
What: Embrace the moment in movement and body. Physical storytelling merges with the immediate in dances about climate, the border, agency and identity. Works by Robert J. Priore, Robert Rubama, Jane Franklin, Ryan Carlough traverse political fault lines, resonate with vestiges of the past, and comfort with moments of intimacy and optimism.
Where: Atlas Performing Arts Center, Lab Theatre II
When: March 3, 7:30 pm
Tickets: https://atlasarts.my.salesforce-sites.com/ticket/#/instances/a0F6S00000ncwNUUAY

FITDC HerStory 5K
What: Runners take your mark! In celebration of Women’s History Month, Mayor Muriel Bowser and the DC Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting the fifth annual FITDC HerStory 5K Run/Walk. Open to all DC residents and for all race levels.
Where: Freedom Plaza, 1455 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20004
When: March 4, 9:00AM – 11:30AM
Tickets: Free (race registration required) https://herstory5k.com/

Let It Bleed – Jeffrey Everett Book Launch
What: Jeffrey Everett aka Rockets Are Red in collaboration with Picture The Press are excited to announce the Kickstarter of his book launch of Let It Bleed with a poster exhibition, talk, and Q/A session. This book is 444 pages filled with sketches, stories, interviews, and over 350 award-winning posters.
Where: Lost Origins Gallery, 3110 Mount Pleasant Street Northwest #2nd Floor Washington, DC 20010
When: March 4, 2023, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/let-it-bleed-jeffrey-everett-book-launch-tickets-531332619167

All My Friends (an indie dance party)
What: The rumors are true! After taking DC by storm with their Songbyrd debut, All My Friends is back with another indie dance party you don’t want to miss. The Indie DJ supergroup – made up of My Friend Jack, Adobo, and Jorg will unite for one night only at All My Friends. Expect 4 hours of silly goofy tunes from the part of high school you really don’t want to remember.
Where: Songbyrd, 540 Penn St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
When: Mar 4, 11:00 PM EST
Tickets: Free (Registration required) https://dice.fm/partner/songbyrd-llc-dba-songbyrd-music-house/event/vbd7v-all-my-friends-indie-dance-party-4th-mar-songbyrd-washington-dc-tickets?dice_channel=web&dice_tags=organic&dice_campaign=Songbyrd+LLC+dba+Songbyrd+Music+House&dice_feature=marketing

Profs & Pints DC: The Vikings of Legend
What: Learn surprising things about the medieval world and the Vikings who lived and moved in it with the help of Dr. Jill Fitzgerald, who teaches courses on medieval languages and literature at the U.S. Naval Academy. To enhance our understanding of Vikings she’ll discuss the stories of three famous ones passed down to us through medieval Icelandic sagas.
Where: Metrobar, 640 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002
When: March 5 2023, 6:30 PM — 8:30 PM EST
Tickets: https://profsandpints.ticketleap.com/vikinglegends/dates/Mar-05-2023_at_0630PM

A Spectacular Black Girl Art Show – D.C.
What: A Spectacular Black Girl Art Show is a national exhibition experience celebrating black women artists using various forms of media.
Where: Samuel Riggs IV Alumni Center, 7801 Alumni Dr, College Park, Maryland 20742, United States
When: March 5th, 3PM- 9PM
Tickets: https://www.eventeny.com/events/ticket/?id=3691

READING

Author: Danyel Smith
Title : Shine Bright: A Very Personal History Of Black Women in Pop
Descrption: American pop music is arugably this country’s greatest cultural contribution to the world, and its singular voice and virtuosity were created by a shining thread of black women geniuses stretching back to the country’s founding. This is their surprising, heartbreaking, soaring story.
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
Releaste Date: Feb, 14 2023

Author: Lelia Mottley
Title: Nightcrawling: A novel
Description: A novel about a young black women who walks the streets of Oakland and stumbles headlong into the failure of its justice system.
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
Release Date: April 11, 2023

EATING

Gravitas: The Secrets of Koji & Fermentation Series 2/26 and 3/1
Chef Matt Baker and team are thrilled to present a special series on Koji & Fermentation, Japan’s secret culinary weapon, a result of his recent trip to the Hokuriku region of the country: 1) On Saturday, 2/25 at 12pm, Michelin-starred Gravitas will host a Koji Lecture and Demo on Koji with a 3-Course Lunch (Tickets: $75 + with optional sake pairing for additional $40), reservations can be found here. A private industry class will be offered to DC’s top chefs the day after. 2) On Wednesday, March 1st, Chef Matt and the team will be preparing a special 5-course tasting menu with sake and wine pairings inspired by the trip. Reservations can be made here, 5-9pm (Tickets: $220 + with optional sake and wine pairing for an additional $80).

Blue Rock: March Room & Dinner Package
Join us for a one-night getaway in March! Blue Rock’s room and dinner package includes a box of eight dark chocolate truffles, a four course dinner for two in The Restaurant, and a light breakfast in bed the following morning. $499 + tax. Offer valid Thursday – Sunday nights in March.

Bresca: Women in Wine Dinner, 3/3
On March 3rd, Bresca is proud to partner with Prestige Ledroit to celebrate Women’s History month with our Women in Wine dinner($148+ PP). Award-winning sommelier Vanessa Cominsky will join Bresca Lead Sommelier Kendrick Lindsey to pair Chef Ryan Ratino’s 6 course tasting menu with a selection of wines by female winemakers from across the Globe. We will proudly be featuring Champagne by Chantal Decelle-Lassale of J. Lasalle, playful Garnacha by Sara Perez and elegant Pinot Noir by Veronique Drouhin of Oregon. This wonderful selection and the stories behind the wines will only be offered on the First Friday of March!

Pizza Serata: New sandwiches and pizzas available from Michelin-starred Chef Chris Morgan!
Michelin-starred Chef Chris Morgan has introduced new sandwiches at Pizza Serata served on house-made focaccia. Highlights include the “Crooked Italian” which features prosciutto, mortadella, sopressata, and provolone and fan-favorite steak sandwich featuring skirt steak, salsa verde, and Calabrian aioli. Pizzas made from a unique, 24 hour olive oil dough which results in a thick, crispy crust are also available, including two new additions, a calamari pizza and a mortadella pizza. Double fudge brownies are also available for dessert! Pizza Serata is open M-F for dinner and their full menu is available for takeout and delivery on all platforms including UberEats, Grubhub, and Doordash.

Joy by Seven Reasons: New Happy Hour w/ Latin Favorites!
The new Chevy Chase restaurant led by recent James Beard semifinalist, Chef Enrique Limardo, just launched their happy hour complete with $6 beers, $10 wine by the glass, and $11 cocktails with favorites like the Melon Moscow Mule and Caribbean Margarita. Happy Hour bites are also available, including $9 Arepa Balls and $12 Ceviche Limeño. The new Happy Hour runs Sunday and Monday (all night!), and Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (530pm to 7:00pm). Menu here.

Bammy’s: Black Chefs to support
Head to Bammy’s (one of Washingtonian’s 100 Very Best Restaurants, 2023 & MICHELIN Guide 2022 noted) to support recent 2023 James Beard semifinalist, Chef Peter Prime, and enjoy some delicious Caribbean food on the SW Waterfront like Curries, Jerk Chicken, and tropical rum cocktails like Painkillers and Rum Punch.

Mr. Bake Sweets: Support Black Business in the DMV
Support Black business this Black History Month by visiting recent James Beard Semifinalist, Kareem Queeman, at Mr. Bake Sweets within the Le Fantome food hall. Opt for his award-winning sweet potato cake that’s inspired by his Aunt’s sweet potato cake,or his highly beloved Banana Pudding.