Happenings: July 4th – July 11th

Happenings

July 4th – July 11th 2018

Hello friends!! Join us every Wednesday for the events not to miss in the coming weeks.  While our google calendar is great, sometimes events can get lost in the sauce.  So here are some events we are excited for in the coming week!!

The Palisades 52nd Annual Fourth of July Parade
Who: Palisades
What: Route:  Starts at Whitehaven Parkway and MacArthur Boulevard, NW  Proceeds northwest on MacArthur Boulevard to Edmunds Place NW  West on Edmunds Place to Sherier Place NW  Southeast on Sherier Place to Edmunds Place NW  West on Edmunds Place to the Palisades Recreation Center ending the parade. Following the parade, there is a FREE picnic for all at the Rec Center featuring hotdogs, watermelon, drinks, live music and moon bounces. Come one come all! FREE
Where: Starts at Whitehaven Parkway and MacArthur Boulevard, NW; ending at the Palisades Recreation Center
When: Wed, July 4th, 2018 11am – 2pm

 

CAYA Cool Down
Who: Isaac Carree
What: Join us for our annual CAYA Cool Down being hosted by Stellar Award winning gospel artist Isaac Carree.
Where: Penn Social – 801 E Street Northwest – Washington, DC 20004
When: Wed, July 4th,2018 2pm – 5pm

 

BOOM with a VIEW – Fourth of July Celebration
Who: BOOM with a View
What: BOOM WITH A VIEW  Join us for POV’s annual National Fireworks viewing party over looking The National Mall  Enjoy signature cocktails, vibrant beats, and passed bites as you revel over the capital
Where: POV at W Washington D.C. – 515 15th Street Northwest – Washington, DC 20004
When: Wed, July 4th, 6:30pm – 10:30pm

 

July 4th Fireworks Soiree
Who: EVENTS.BKE
What: EVENTS. BKE presents, Third annual “July 4th Fireworks Soiree”  DC’s coolest rooftop party is turning up the heat on Independence Day. Continuing the celebration of in Red, White and Blue in style What better way to start celebrate July 4th than in the nation’s capital. Enjoy the fireworks with a gorgeous panoramic view of the city. Our djs will spin an electric mix of dance music We made it to one of the best July 4th parties in the country last year by Tavel & Leisure  Magazine-http://www.travelandleisure.com/holiday-travel/4th-of-july/americas-best-4th-of-july-events  Attire: Wear your favorite red white blue …..  Doors open from 7:00pm-11:00pm  *21 plus to enter **  **All sales are final and no refund allowed unless the event is canceled due to inclement weather**  Blast from the past
Where: Cambria Hotel Washington, D.C. Convention Center – 899 O Street Northwest – Washington, DC 20001
When: Wed, July 4th, 2018 7pm – 11pm

 

CityBar Presents The 4th with a View!!
Who: CityBar
What: Join us for CityBar’s annual National Fireworks viewing party   Enjoy an All-American buffet, passed bites,Full Premium Open Bar, awesome beats, and capture amazing views of the fireworks while overlooking the Nation’s Capital!  07/04/18  Wednesday  3PM-10PM  Fireworks start around 9PM    CityBar  at Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall  400 E Street SW Washington, DC 20024    Tickets $200 for Adults/$100 for Kids (12 years old & under)  Ticket includes access to CityBar, Full Premium Open Bar, Passed Bites, and Food Stations  FAQs  Event will occur even if firework show is canceled. This is an outdoor rooftop bar, and seating will be limited we encourage early arrival. Ticket is inclusive of tax, service charge, and gratuity.  Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?  You will need to show ID/ticket to gain access to this private event. However, there are no age limits as we welcome all! Please understand that there is a price difference for Adult & Child tickets.  What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?  CityBar is located just 2 blocks away from L’Enfant Plaza Metro, and 3 blocks away from Federal Center Metro. We do offer valet parking at the Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall hotel (CityBar is located on the Pent House level of the hotel)    How can I contact the organizer with any questions?  202-803-6110 ext 2 for Sales Department  Luciano Valencia  Luciano.Valencia@hyatt.com   Sara Reynolds  Sara.Reynolds@hyatt.com     What’s the refund policy?  No refunds will be issued.
Where: CityBar (Penthouse level of Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall – 400 E Street Southwest – Washington, DC 20024
When: Wed, July 4th,2018 3pm – 10pm

 

DowntownDC LIVE Presents: Rock the Stacks All Stars ft. Renell & Ardamus
Who: DowntownDC Live
What: Want to make the most of your lunch break? Check out the third annual installment of DowntownDC Live, a free, lunchtime live entertainment series in Franklin Park brought to you by the DowntownDC Business Improvement District (BID). Head to Franklin Park (13th & I streets NW) every Thursday from June 7 to July 26 from 12:30-1:30pm to enjoy live music and performing arts. Bring your lunch or grab food from a nearby restaurant or food truck. DowntownDC Live will feature music from various genres including soul, pop, jazz and more! Attendees will have front row seats to exceptional performances by local and international groups.
Where: Franklin Park – 1332 I Street Northwest – Washington, DC 20005
When: Thurs, July 5th,2018 12:30pm – 1:30pm

 

Celebrating one year of The Lily
Who: The Lily
What: June 12 marked the one-year anniversary of The Lily’s launch. Now, it’s time to celebrate. Join us on July 5 at Dacha Beer Garden’s loft in D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood to commemorate an exciting year, and all that’s to come. If you’re receiving this invitation, it’s because you supported us in some way, big or small, and we want to thank you. We’ll have appetizers, drinks, cake, a photo booth and a tasty treat to send home with you. Please register if you’re able to join us.
Where: Dacha Beer Garden, Loft – 1600 7th Street Northwest – Washington, DC 20001
When: Thurs, July 5th,2018 6:30pm – 9:30pm

 

Storytelling 101 Showcase
Who: Storytelling
What: Doors: 7pm; Show: 7:30pm.    Storytellers from our Storytelling 101 class take to the stage to share their stories.    BYOB & BYOF.
Where: Story District, 3329 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20010, USA
When: Thurs, July 5th,2018 7pm – 9pm

 

 

 

Daybreaker DC Presents 🎂BDAY AT THE FUNHOUSE 🎈
Who: Daybreaker
What: We’ve been invited to kick off yet another amazingly-peculiar-and-epicly-mindblowing installation inside the National Building Museum. On Friday, July 6th, we’re dancing inside FUN HOUSE🎈, Snarkitecture’s latest massive creation! Imagine being immersed in part museum exhibit, part house party, complete with interactive rooms and a swimming pool filled with hundreds of thousands of recyclable plastic balls (a la The BEACH). That’s just the setting… since our morning also celebrates our 3rd Daybreaker BDAY in DC, Tasha Blank is coming home to the DMV to DJ, Haile is back in town from a U.S. tour and we’ll have a full cast of b-day party surprises.🎉 Wear bright colors and pop on your party hats; see you on the dance floor!💃
Where: National Building Museum, 401 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
When: Friday, July 6th,2018 6am – 9am

 

We Are The Clash release celebration!
Who: Mark Andersen & Ralph Heibutzki
What: Join co-authors Mark Andersen and Ralph Heibutzki for the release of “We Are The Clash: Reagan, Thatcher and the Last Stand of a Band That Mattered”!    For more info or to order: http://www.akashicbooks.com/catalog/we-are-the-clash/    “The inside story of the last great British punk record.”  —Jon Savage, author of England’s Dreaming    “We Are The Clash tells an important part of the story of both The Clash and punk rock. The repercussions of what went down politically both in the USA and UK back then are still very much felt today.”  —Kosmo Vinyl, former manager of The Clash    “At long last, The Clash’s final incarnation has been definitively chronicled. Mark Andersen and Ralph Heibutzki have brilliantly filled in the blanks of the ‘Clash Mark II’ era, including its eventual implosion. Beautifully constructed and brilliantly written . . . I was riveted, unable to put it down.”  —The Baker, from the foreword    The Clash was a paradox of revolutionary conviction, musical ambition, and commercial drive. We Are The Clash is a gripping tale of the band’s struggle to reinvent itself as George Orwell’s 1984 loomed. This bold campaign crashed headlong into a wall of internal contradictions and rising right-wing power.    While the world teetered on edge of the nuclear abyss, British miners waged a life-or-death strike, and tens of thousands died from US guns in Central America, Clash cofounders Joe Strummer, Paul Simonon, and Bernard Rhodes waged a desperate last stand after ejecting guitarist Mick Jones and drummer Topper Headon. The band shattered just as its controversial final album, Cut the Crap, was emerging.    Andersen and Heibutzki weave together extensive archival research and in-depth original interviews with virtually all of the key players involved to tell a moving story of idealism undone by human frailty amid a climatic turning point for our world.    “Smash your television and buy this book! We Are The Clash proves, once again, the importance of The Clash, even during their rarely discussed and most maligned period. Situated in the Reagan/Thatcher era, We Are The Clash illustrates why, when Reagan called women like my mom ‘welfare queens,’ I bought a ticket to see ‘the only band that matters,’ and then went on to start one of my own.”  —Michelle Cruz Gonzales, author of The Spitboy Rule: Tales of a Xicana in a Female Punk Band    “The Clash are remembered as much for their blistering music as their gritty yet hopeful message to listeners worldwide. In this first serious look at The Clash’s music and meaning, post–commercial success, the authors mix thoughtful reflection with grassroots political analysis in an effort to inspire a new generation of music fans and activists to Cut the Crap.”  —Craig O’Hara, author of The Philosophy of Punk: More than Noise!Where: Politics and Prose Bookstore, 5015 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
When: Fri, July 6th,2018 7pm – 8:30pm

 

Ladies of Liberty Ideas Summit
Who: Ladies of Liberty Ideas Summit
What: Welcome to the Ladies of Liberty Ideas Summit!  The LOLA Ideas Summit is a one-day annual event for liberty-loving women to meet, learn, and engage in discussion.  Breakfast, lunch, and snacks will be provided as well as wine & dessert. Come hungry!  LOLA Ideas Summit Speakers:  Keynote Speaker  –Emily Chamlee-Wright of the Institute for Humane Studies  -Vanessa Calder of Cato Institute  -Romina Boccia of the Heritage Foundation  -Kristen Shapiro of Independent Women’s Forum  -Jayme Lemke of the Mercatus Center  -Darpana Sheth of the Institute for Justice  -Gillian St. Lawrence, plaintiff on the DC v. Heller Second Amendment Case     This event is free and open to ALL women. Please invite all your favorite liberty ladies!  Business casual dress code.
Where: The Fund for American Studies – 1706 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009-2502, United States – Washington, DC, DC 20009
When: Sat, July 7th,2018 9am – 7pm

 

DC – Jollof Festival
Who: DC – Jollof Festival
What: After Nigeria made a clean sweep of the Jollof Festivals DC & NYC in 2017, Jollof festival ’18 is bound to be even more competitive! DC, who will win the Jollof wars 2018?!:D
EAT your way through the best Jollof rice dishes NYC has to offer at our annual Jollof Festival. We’ve challenged DC’s Jollof chefs and restaurants to come up with exciting takes on this classic comfort food. The event is full of fun, and you will have an opportunity to cast an anonymous vote for the best-made Jollof during the event. Participating Countries: – Cameroon – Ghana – Liberia – Senegal – Sierra-Leone – Nigeria
Schedule:
– 1pm VIP tastings
– 2pm General admission
– 3pm Jollof Wars (the debate)
– 4pm Food Demo, Cultural performance
– 5pm Photoshoots and dance party
– 6pm Voting ends, winners declared
Your ticket gets you:
– 6 tasting tickets for each participating country
– Access to other African dishes for sale
– 1 wine or beer ticke
– The Jollof wars
– Photo Booth fun
– Access to cash bar
– Live Art and painting
– Ankara Bazaar Station
– Cultural Dance performance
– 2 hour Wine & Beer Open Bar (VIP only)
– 10 tasting tickets (VIP)
– 1 hour of pre-tasting before General Adm (VIP)
– Live beats from our DJs spinning African hits
Tickets: Entry to Party n Buy (no tasting tickets) $20, Early Bird: $38, Regular Bird: $45, VIP: $75
Where: Union Market 1309 5th St NE Washington, DC 20002
When: Sat, July 7th,2018 1pm – 6pm

 

33rd Annual Bama Bound BBQ
Who: The National Capital Chapter (NCC) of the University of Alabama Alumni Association and The University of Alabama Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Scholarship
What: The National Capital Chapter (NCC) of the University of Alabama Alumni Association and The University of Alabama Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Scholarships cordially invite you and your family to be our guests at our 33rd annual Bama Bound BBQ.  Made possible with contributions by The University of Alabama National Alumni Association.
Where: Lubber Run Park – 200 North Columbus Street – Arlington, VA 22203
When: Sat, July 7th,2018 11am – 2pm

 

Fundraising Bash for Babes off the Beaten Path
Who: Wild Wilderness Women
What: Join Wild Wilderness Women for a fun evening to celebrate women in the outdoors, and raise funds for the third annual Babes off the Beaten Path trip! Come for the raffle prizes and stay for food and drink with amazing people!  Your ticket includes drinks, appetizers, and one raffle ticket (the first 25 people to purchase tickets will get THREE raffle entries!). Additional raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event. To avoid the Eventbrite fee, you can contact Katie at kathleenlay01@gmail.com for alternative modes of payment.     Raffle prizes will be added here as they are announced:  Rocket Frog Brewing Company – Growler, bottle opener, and t-shirt  Meridian Pint – $25 gift certificate  Desert to District – Painting  Pure Barre – 2 week unlimited pass  Second Story Books – $40 gift certificate  True Value on 17th – $25 gift certificate  Cultured Kombucha – Bottle of kombucha    FAQs    What is Wild Wilderness Women?  Wild Wilderness Women (WWW) is a Washington, D.C.-based group for adventurous women. We act as a landing point for both women who are new to the area, as well as those who call this city home, to find a community of sistership. We offer wilderness experience in a city not traditionally known for its recreationists. We foster connection in a city constantly in transition, and create a lasting network of women across the world, as WWW members move out of the D.C. area.    What is Babes off the Beaten Path and why is it important?  Babes off the Beaten Path is a yearly opportunity for Wild Wilderness Women to come together and build community while having an exceptional outdoors experience.  63% of women said they could not think of an outdoor female role model, according to a recent survey from REI. At Wild Wilderness Women, we strive to change that statistic by being a visible encouragement and champion for other women to get outdoors and engage meaningfully with one another. Babes off the Beaten Path is a culmination of the values WWW members hold near and dear to their hearts: empowerment, connection, education and adventure.    What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event?  The event is located about a block from the Columbia Heights Metro and less than a block from the S1/S2/S4/S9 and the D32/H1/H2/H3/H4/H8/W47 buses. It is a residential area and street parking is available. There are several Capital Bikeshare stations within a few blocks.    How can I contact the organizer with any questions?  You can contact Katie at kathleenlay01@gmail.com    What’s the refund policy?  Refunds are not available for the event. All proceeds will go toward supporting the trip.    Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?  Yes.
Where: 1607 Hobart St NW – 1607 Hobart Street Northwest – Washington, DC 20009
When: Sat, July 7th,2018 7pm – 10pm

 

Chinatown Community Festival
Who: Mayor Muriel Bowser
What: You do not need to RSVP again if you have already RSVPed and gotten a ticket for this event for June 2. That ticket is still valid.  Come out and experience the tastes, sounds and feel of Asia at the 2018 Chinatown Community Festival on Saturday, July 7, 2018, from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm in Chinatown Park (located on 5th and I Streets NW).  You can expect to enjoy:  • Street food provided by local Asian and Pacific Islander restaurants   • Lively performances including Wushu, a lion dance and an Opera show  • Tinikling, rice flour drawing, kimono dressing, and other cultural demonstrations  • Live screen printing  • Fitness demonstrations  • Free face painting, balloon twisting, henna, other Asian arts and crafts and   • Much more
Where: Chinatown Park – 500-599 block of I Street NW – Washington, DC 20001
When: Sat, July 7th, 2018 11am – 2pm

 

Cupcake Wars DC
Who: Dream Chasers
What: We are Bringing Cupcake Wars to DC . 12 DC Bakers will compete for a $500 grand prize. Each baker will have the opportunity to showcase their pastry chef abilities with two different flavors of cupcakes. The professional judges will assess the taste, density and creative presentation of each entry. There is also an opportunity to win the People’s Choice Award whose winner is chosen by the attendees of the event. Trophies will be awarded to both winners. Attendees come ready with their dancing shoes, sweet tooth and “to go” containers. 1 Contestant Spots Available 4 Vendor Spots Available
Where: Studio 52 – 1508 Okie Street Northeast – Washington, DC 20002
When: Sun, July 8th,2018 3pm – 7pm

 

Made in Columbia Fest
Who: Made in Columbia Fest
What: Made in Columbia Fest
Where: University of the District of Columbia, 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
When: Sun, July 8th,2018 1pm – 7pm 

 

 

Queer Book Club: The Miseducation of Cameron Post
Who: Queer Book Club
What: Queer Book Club is a small but enthusiastic community that has been meeting monthly to discuss queer-themed books spanning numerous genres. This month, we’ll be reading The Miseducation of Cameron Post by Emily m. Danforth:
When Cameron Post’s parents die suddenly in a car crash, her shocking first thought is relief. Relief they’ll never know that, hours earlier, she had been kissing a girl.
But that relief doesn’t last, and Cam is soon forced to move in with her conservative aunt Ruth and her well-intentioned but hopelessly old-fashioned grandmother. Survival in Miles City, Montana, means blending in and leaving well enough alone, and Cam becomes an expert at both. Then Coley Taylor moves to town…
This class is presented in partnership with DC Public Library.
Where: Southeast Neighborhood Library, 403 7th St SE, Washington, DC 20003, USA
When: Mon, July 9th,2018 7pm – 8:30pm

 

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