Monday, August 5
VARIETY SHOW: Petworth’s
Looking Glass Lounge hosts 8×8, in which eight performers will get eight minutes each to wow you. Expect
comedy, storytelling, and who knows what else—you might see some juggling, singing,
maybe some contortionists. Think of it as
DC’s Got Talent, but if a performer is bad, you’ve got no choice but to sit there and watch. Afterward,
get out to the lovely backyard patio. Free. 8:30 PM.
Tuesday, August 6
TV: Binge-watching is becoming social—why didn’t someone think of this ’til now?
Black Cat is hosting a TV Party Binge-fest, which will plow through the past four episodes
of
Summer Heights High, the hilarious Australian high school parody that features Chris Lilley as pretty
much every character. It’s kind of like watching the show curled up in your bed, except
you’ll be in the dingy back room of a bar and you should probably get dressed for
this one. Free. 8 PM.
Wednesday, August 7
BEER & BIRTHDAYS: Capitol City Brewing Company finally doesn’t need a fake ID to get into its own bar. The restaurant and brewery
is turning 21 this week and is celebrating with a brand new beer, the Honey 21. Be
the first to try it or one of the other tasty drinks, and celebrate with prizes and
birthday special prices. Free. All day.
Thursday, August 8
BEER & BERRIES: Summer is for fruity beers, and summer is somehow quickly running out. So before pumpkin
spice ales take over the shelves (not complaining), try a couple of summery brews
at
Sixth & I Historic Synagogue. Representatives from Dogfish Head and 3 Stars Brewing Company will be on hand to
talk about what makes the best summer brews, and will show you that you can sometimes
pair beer with fruit without it making you want to gag. Fresh regional and summer
brews will be available, as will fresh, local fruit for pairing. Tickets ($23 to $28)
are available online. 7 PM.
Know of something cool going on around town? E-mail Jason Koebler at jasontpkoebler@gmail.com,
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