May 22-29, 2023
So I’m a little late this week because I’m still in New York visiting my mom and some friends. I was supposed to leave on Sunday but the universe had other plans. I came up on The Jet (more on that soon) and I’ve been working on some exciting new things. Can’t wait to share all the things I’m building! In the meantime, here’s some dope events to check out this week!!
Doing
Profs & Pints DC: Tolkien’s Untold Tales
What: Profs and Pints DC presents: “Tolkien’s Untold Tales,” a look at hidden stories underlying The Lord of the Rings, with Peter Grybauskas, senior lecturer in English at the University of Maryland, teacher of courses on J.R.R. Tolkien, and author of A Sense of Tales Untold: Exploring the Edges of Tolkien’s Literary Canvas.
Where: 801 E St NW Washington, DC 20004
When: May 22, 2023
Tickets: https://profsandpints.ticketleap.com/gandalf/dates/May-22-2023_at_0600PM
Cap City Trivia at Dacha Navy Yard
What: Cap City Trivia is of the trivia nerds, for the trivia nerds, and by the trivia nerds. We’re so excited to partner with them, and we’re sure you’ll love them too. Did we mention all-day Happy Hour on Mondays too? Make this your new weekly appointment.
Where: Dacha Beer Garden (Navy Yard) 79 Potomac Ave SE Washington, DC 20003
When: May 22, 2023 | 7pm
Tickets: FREE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cap-city-trivia-at-dacha-navy-yard-tickets-567305143957?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Diia in DC
What: Diia is the groundbreaking and award-winning mobile application that connects 19 million Ukrainians with more than 120 government services, dozens of digital documents, and has distinguished Ukraine as a world leader in e-government innovation.
Where: 513 13th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
When: May 23, 2023 | 10-11:30am
Tickets: FREE https://www.universe.com/events/diia-in-dc-tickets-R4JM5B
A Night on the Farm
What: A Night on the Farm is our signature fundraiser event of the year to support our educational programming for youth and adults as well as our pay-what-you-can Farm Market. We are offering tickets on a sliding scale basis so that you can select the level that best works for you to support and allow us to make the event accessible to more people.
Where: Common Good City Farm 300 V St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
When: May 23, 2023 | 5-8:30pm
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/may-a-night-on-the-farm-2023
Profs & Pints DC: A Tour of the Multiverse
What: Profs and Pints DC presents: “A Tour of the Multiverse,” a look at ideas explored by Everything, Everywhere, All at Once, with William Egginton, professor of humanities at Johns Hopkins University and author of the forthcoming book The Rigor of Angels: Borges, Heisenberg, Kant, and the Ultimate Nature of Reality.
Where: 801 E St NW Washington, DC 20004
When: May 24, 2023 | 6-8:30pm
Tickets: https://profsandpints.ticketleap.com/multiverse/dates/May-24-2023_at_0600PM
Faerie Party
What: Springtime and May are thought of as especially active times for the Fae. There are many magical Springtime holidays such as May Day, the Celtic holiday of Beltane, the Roman Festival of Flora and more! For this May revelry, adorn yourself with a flower crown, fairy wings, or any outfit that makes you feel otherworldly and spellbinding. Plus, there will be enchanting drinks, astrology & tarot readings, magical prizes, and more! Faerie and fantasy inspired outfits are encouraged but not required! Free entry!
Where: The Dew Drop Inn 2801 8th Street Northeast Washington, DC 20017
When: May 24, 2023 | 7pm
Tickets: FREE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faerie-party-tickets-632329152517
In Conversation + Ladies Drawing Night Against Humanity w/ Dana Jeri Maier
What: Join us for a Ladies Drawing Night with a twist! We’ll be drawing and using prompts from everyone’s favorite party game.
Where: Shop Made in DC – Georgetown – 1304 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, DC 20007
When: May 25, 2023 |5:30-7pm
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-conversation-ladies-drawing-night-against-humanity-w-dana-jeri-maier-tickets-586021364677
Film Screening & Raffle Benefitting ME/CFS Research & Advocacy
What: Join the Chronic Market for a film screening of acclaimed documentary Unrestnew short from Norwegian filmmaker Sunniva Innstrand, “Life in the Shadowlands,” for ME/CFS Awareness Month. 100% of proceeds will go to the Open Medicine Foundation and ME Action to benefit ME/CFS research and advocacy for this poorly funded and understood disease debilitating millions around the world.
Where: 2309 18th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009
When: May 25, 2023 | 7-10pm
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/film-screening-raffle-benefitting-mecfs-research-advocacy-tickets-611553612317
Three by Yeats: short plays celebrating great Irish theatre, music & dance
What: Join us for an entertaining evening where we celebrate Irish culture with drama, music, dance, and song! Scena Theatre continues its 34th Season in Washington with “Three by Yeats” — a trio of plays by the great Irish writer, William Butler Yeats. Get to know the works of Yeats who represents the finest drama and culture from Ireland. Scena Theatre has a rich history of staging Irish plays by many great writers featuring both local and global talent with authentic accents and characterizations.
Where: 2438 18th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009
When: May 26, 2023
Tickets: $40 https://www.eventbrite.com/e/three-by-yeats-short-plays-celebrating-great-irish-theatre-music-dance-tickets-611015793687
Westerman
What: UK artist Westerman returns with his first offering in two years with the song “Idol; RE-run” out via Partisan Records. The new track, produced by James Krivchenia and Westerman, juxtaposes gentle and celestial sonics with an aggrieved disposition and features artwork by renowned New York via Portugal Graphic Designer and Illustrator Bráulio Amado. The song was written after Westerman emerged from a period of disenchantment with making music, and with the future of his career feeling abstract, it seemed unclear to Westerman whether the material he was recording would ever be heard. Creatively, this offered a strange kind of freedom, and accommodated some of the most adventurous and unselfconscious songwriting of his career.
Where: 540 Penn St NE Washington DC 20002
When: May 26, 2023 | 7pm
Tickets: https://dice.fm/partner/songbyrd-llc-dba-songbyrd-music-house/event/qanq9-westerman-26th-may-songbyrd-washington-dc-tickets?
Infused RNB Soul Flow (Birthday Event)
What: Join this novel yoga experience with holistic products. Class will be lead by Prophet Fitness at House of Herb.
Where: 3124 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010, USA
When: May 27, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Tickets: https://www.navygreendc.com/event-details/infused-rnb-soul-flow-birthday-event
DC | Native American Veterans Film Screening: Corridor Four
What: Corridor Four challenges the image of the American hero in a heartfelt portrait of 9/11 first responder Isaac Ho‘opi‘i (Native Hawaiian) as he works to put the traumatic experience behind him through the support of his family and love of music. A discussion with Ho‘opi‘i follows the film. The program will close with a performance by his musical group, The Aloha Boys.
Where: Fourth Street & Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20560
When: May 27, 2023 | 2-4pm
Tickets: FREE https://americanindian.si.edu/events/?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D166293693
AANHPI Heritage Month Pop-Up Market
What: Come prepared to shop and discover a range of incredible services. Stay tuned for a sneak peek of our vendors.
Where: 1811 14th Street Northwest Washington, DC 20009
When: May 27, 2023 | 12-5pm
Tickets: FREE https://www.eventbrite.com/e/aanhpi-heritage-month-pop-up-market-tickets-617088316767
Comedy Supreme & Sexy Mo Productions present Timmy Hall – 5/28/23
What: COMEDY SUPREME & SEXY MO PRODUCTIONS present TIMMY HALL, APPLE BROWN BETTY, BENNY, and music by DJ UNIQUE.
Where: Venue is located in District Heights, MD. Address will be provided via email after ticket is purchased.
When: Sunday, May 28 · 8:30pm EDT
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/comedy-supreme-sexy-mo-productions-present-timmy-hall-52823-tickets-626532915817?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete
Barry Farm With Special Guest – Junkyard Band
What: Join the Library, DC Legacy Project, Bertelsmann Foundation and Teaching for Change for a screening of the 50-minute documentary film Barry Farm: Community, Land and Justice in Washington DC.
Where: 901 G St NW, Washington, DC 20001
When: May 28, 2023 | 1:30-4:30pm
Tickets: FREE https://www.dclegacyproject.org/events/may28screening
Game Day
What: Children, teens, and their families are invited to visit the 2nd floor each Sunday afternoon to play a selection of games that will be made available, including Connect Four, Monopoly, Apples to Apples, Scrabble, and more.
Where: 5001 Central Ave SE, Washington, DC 20019
When: May 28, 2023
Tickets: FREE https://dclibrary.libnet.info/event/7262664
Reading
Author: Tola Okogwu
Title: Onyeka and the Rise of the Rebels
Description: Onyeka and her superpowered friends must race against time to save themselves and the Solari in this breathtaking next installment in the Onyeka middle-grade series, perfect for fans of Rick Riordan, The Marvellers, and X-Men. Onyeka and her superhero friends are on the run. Having exposed head teacher Dr. Dòyìnbó’s hidden agenda behind the Academy of the Sun, they’re living as fugitives, laying low as they try to figure out their next move. Despite their best efforts, Onyeka’s parents are still missing, and students at the Academy are still in danger.
Publisher: Simon & Schuster, Inc.
Release Date: May 30, 2023
Author: Ani Kayode
Title: And Then He Sang a Lullaby
Description: August is a God-fearing track star who leaves Enugu City to attend university and escape his overbearing sisters. He carries the weight of their lofty expectations, the shame of facing himself, and the haunting memory of a mother he never knew. It’s his first semester and pressures aside, August is making friends and doing well in his classes. He even almost has a girlfriend. There’s only one problem: he can’t stop thinking about Segun, an openly gay student who works at a local cybercafe. Segun carries his own burdens and has been wounded in too many ways. When he meets August, their connection is undeniable, but Segun is reluctant to open himself up to August. He wants to love and be loved by a man who is comfortable in his own skin, who will see and hold and love Segun, exactly as he is.
Publisher: Grove Atlantic, Inc.
Release Date: Jun 6, 2023
Author: T.D. Jakes
Title: Woman, Thou Art Blessed: A Guided Gratitude Journal
Description: Can You Stand To Be Blessed? Jesus brought with Him abundant blessings from Heaven, and His divine purpose and promises are here for the taking. By journaling and journeying with the Holy Spirit, you can explore a beautiful space that only God could create. This interactive journal allows you to delve into a world of blessings where God’s abundant love showers you with joy, grace, healing, and peace. His mercy is felt, and His wisdom is revealed on every page. Contemplating and answering the prompts will stir, motivate, and strengthen you for intentional, deep reflection venturing into previously unknown spiritual realms of blessing. With 150 pages of inspirational passages from Bishop T.D. Jakes, you are empowered to declare God’s blessings and experience a naturally supernatural lifestyle.
Publisher: Destiny Images
Release Date: Jun 6, 2023
Author: Ian K. Smith
Title: The Overnights: An Ahse Cayne Novel
Description: Someone wants Morgan Shaw dead—or so the beautiful, brilliant, and hugely popular evening news anchor of top-rated Chicago TV station WLTV believes. Fearing for her safety, she turns to P. I. Ashe Cayne for protection. Though he sympathizes, Ashe turns her down—he’s not a bodyguard. But when Morgan’s car tires are slashed and she’s threatened again, Ashe agrees to help her. Her mysterious assailant isn’t the only threat worrying Morgan. She’s nervous about the upcoming “sweeps”—the all-important overnight ratings period—which will determine Chicago’s highest-rated television newscast and the city’s number-one anchor. Morgan has long been Chicago’s news queen. Now, though her crown is in jeopardy. She refuses to lose to her crosstown rival, and will risk everything to stay on top—including an audacious investigation into the suspicious shooting of an unarmed African American man by a white cop. The explosive case and her discoveries boost her ratings—and create powerful enemies eager to protect their secrets.
Publisher: HarperCollins
Release Date: Jun 6, 2023
Author: Adiba Jaigirdar
Title: The DOS and Donuts of Love
Description: A pun-filled YA contemporary romance, The Dos and Donuts of Love by Adiba Jaigirdar finds a teenage girl competing in a televised baking competition, with contestants including her ex-girlfriend and a potential new crush – perfect for fans of The Great British Bake Off and She Drives Me Crazy! “Welcome to the first-ever Junior Irish Baking Show!” Shireen Malik is still reeling from the breakup with her ex-girlfriend, Chris, when she receives news that she’s been accepted as a contestant on a new televised baking competition show. This is Shireen’s dream come true! Because winning will not only mean prize money, but it will also bring some much-needed attention to You Drive Me Glazy, her parents’ beloved donut shop.
Publisher: Macmillan Publishers
Release Date: Jun 6, 2023
Eating
Estuary: Soft Shell Crabs, White Peppercorn Tagliatelle, and more seasonal dishes – Chef Ria Montes unveiled new seasonal updates to her spring menu highlighting the full Chesapeake bay watershed cuisine. Chef Ria is proud to partner with local farmers to select only the freshest ingredients. Menu highlights include a limited availability soft shell crab specialty entree, rabbit guisado with snap peas, new potatoes and grilled asparagus, white peppercorn tagliatelle with roasted vegetables, crumbles goat cheese and herb beurre blanc and an elevated french onion dip paired with locally sourced crudite inspired by Chef Ria’s Filipino grandmother. Reservations here.
The Farmhouse at Blue Rock Open for Summer Bookings – Escape to the Rappahannock this summer and celebrate a long weekend getaway at The Farmhouse at Blue Rock. Just 90 minutes outside DC, with sweeping views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you and eleven of your closest friends can stay for less than $100/night. The home features a gourmet kitchen, five bedrooms and a hot tub. You can enjoy Blue Rock’s restaurant and tasting room right next door. Reservations available here and on Vrbo.
Ilili DC: Seasonal hummus with wild morels available for a limited time! – Head to ilili DC on The Wharf to try Chef Satinder Vij’s seasonal hummus featuring wild blonde morels from Oregon. The morels are seasoned with Tellicherry peppercorns and maldon salt, and served on top of the hummus with pine nuts ($21).
Dolce Vita: Spring menu launch includes new wood-fired pizzas! – Dolce Vita is leaning into summer fun and launching a new section on their menu: Wood-Fired Pizzas. Expect pies like the “Imported Pepperoni” (Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni) and The Calabrese (Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, Kalamata olives, capers, anchovy, spring onions, Pecorino Romano). While pizza is new to the Dolce Vita menu, it’s a well-honed skill from the Lahlou Restaurant Group team who is known for their pies at Lupo Pizzeria and Lupo Marino. Menu here.
Alma Cocina Latina: Baltimore restaurateur launches 1st comprehensive arepa cookbook! – Irena Stein, Venezuelan immigrant, restaurateur, activist, and photographer, is releasing the first ever comprehensive arepa cookbook this summer, The Arepa: Classic & Contemporary Recipes for Venezuela’s Daily Bread. This cookbook will share not only recipes for the increasingly popular crisp round pocket that is both gluten and dairy free, but introduce you to the history of one of Venezuela’s defining foods. With 7 million people fleeing the country due to the political and economic crisis, arepas have transcended borders reaching new parts of the globe. This cookbook will introduce you to the culinary staple with over 50 classic and contemporary recipes while taking you on a journey through Venezuelan culture and history. The Arepa is now available for pre-order.
TheSaga: Just opened Spanish-Latin restaurant launches for breakfast 7 days a week! – TheSaga, which just opened last week within the Ritz-Carlton, Washington, DC, is now open for breakfast for hotel guests and DC locals alike. The culinary team, led by MICHELIN-starred Chef Enrique Limardo and the Seven Restaurant Group team, created a more classic breakfast menu with highlights like Steak & Eggs, a Classic Benedict, a housemade muffin basket, and fresh smoothies, juices, and green juice, among others. Menu here.
Ghostburger: MDW Brunch, Beers, and Burgers! – Ghostburger will be open on Memorial Day (and throughout the weekend) for brunch on Monday to kick off summer with specials like their burger of the month, The Jalapeno Popper Burger (charred jalapeño, bacon pimento cheese) and new brunch specials. Bottomless mimosas, $4 off cocktail pitchers, and a wide selection of beers and cocktails will also be available
KNEAD Hospitality + Design: MDW Bottomless brunch & dinner at various locations – KNEAD Hospitality + Design restaurants are going all out for Memorial Day Weekend with multiple bottomless options around the city. If you are looking for an elevated brunch on the water check out The Grill’s “brunch with benefits.” If a retro themed “no prohibition here” bottomless dinner seems more your speed, Gatsby in Navy Yard is for you. For the margarita fans out there, “fiesta de bebidas” at participating MI VIDA locations, will have unlimited margs that are perfect to kick off the start to summer.
Mr. Bake Sweets: Rainbow Pudding, Cookies, Cake Jars + Cupcake Happy Hour – Kareem “Mr. Bake” Queeman is kicking off Pride Month when Black Pride begins in DC on May 25th with Pride-themed treats. For pickup within Le Fantome food hall and local delivery, the James Beard Semifinalist will offer a “Prideful Banana Pudding” with colorful streaks and Pride sprinkles and Rainbow cookies. For nation-wide shipping and local purchase, Kareem is also offering his iconic rainbow cake jars (photo here). Stay tuned for additional information on a Pride Month cupcake happy hour and celebration of 10 years of Mr. Bake Sweets.
Watching
Black Knight
Genre: Action
Release Date: May 12, 2023
Where to Stream: Netflix
Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Story
Genre: Historical Drama
Release Date: May 4, 2023
Where to Stream: Netflix
Class of 09’
Genre: Drama
Release Date: May 10, 2023
Where to Stream: Hulu
Saas, Bahu Aur Flamingo
Genre: Crime Film
Release Date: May 5, 2023
Where to Stream: Hulu
Ed Sheeran: The Sum of It All
Genre: Documentary Series
Release Date: May 3, 2023
Where to Stream: Disney+
The Muppets Mayhem
Genre: Musical Theatre
Release Date: May 10, 2023
Where to Stream: Disney+
Bupkis
Genre: Action Comedy
Release Date: May 4, 2023
Where to Stream: Peacock
Summer House: Martha’s Vineyard
Genre: Reality TV
Release Date: May 7, 2023
Where to Stream: Peacock
This Place Rules
Genre: Documentary
Release Date: Dec 30, 2022
Where to Stream: HBOMax
Land of Gold
Genre: Drama
Release Date: May 5, 2023
Where to Stream: HBOMax
Guy Ritchie’s The Covenant
Genre: War/Action
Release Date: Apr 21, 2023
Where to Stream: AppleTV
Wild Beauty: Mustang Spirit of the West
Genre: Documentary
Release Date: May 12, 2023
Where to Stream: AppleTV
