Lecture: 80-year Harvard study of longevity and life satisfaction

Tenleytown Library 4450 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington

Thursday, November 8, 1:00-2:00 p.m. Lessons from Lives? The Harvard Study of Adult Development Join Northwest Neighbors Village volunteer and former board member David Cohen as he explores the Harvard […]

Napoleon: Art and Life in the Imperial Court

Hillwood Museum 4155 Linnean Avenue, Washington, DC, United States

Dr. Sylvain Cordier lectures about the day-to-day life of the Bonaparte family and the vast crew and organization required to conceive and produce the spectacle of power and splendor. Learn more at https://www.hillwoodmuseum.org/events/napoleon-art-and-life-imperial-court

Introduction to Wine Class

Acacia Bistro 4340 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Learn the fundamentals of tasting and buying wine. This class, presented by Personal Sommelier DC and Acacia Bistoro, will cover the major grape varietals, both white and red. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/332099570674449/

$55

The Most Interesting Man in the World: Astral Tequila Tasting

Calvert Woodley 4339 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC, United States

CW will host Jonathan Goldsmith, best known for his role as The Most Interesting Man In The World™ for an Astral Tequila Blanco bottle signing and cocktail tasting. Goldsmith will even pose for pictures. Learn more at https://www.calvertwoodley.com/events/i1296441f3

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Rent @ Wilson High School

Wilson HS 3950 Chesapeake St NW, United States

The Wilson High School theater presents the musical Rent. Learn more and buy tickets at https://sites.google.com/view/wilsondrama/home

Art show @thecarpark featuring Aiden Niepold

2828 Brandywine St NW, Washington, DC 20008 2828 Brandywine St NW, Washington, DC, United States

Joff Masukawa invites you to the next pop-up art show @thecarpark featuring the work of Aiden Niepold: "Study on Light." Aiden Niepold is a burgeoning young artist & designer based in the DC\Maryland. His works contrast and intersect both old world and new style painted abstraction. https://www.houseniepold.com/ Nov 10 6-8pm

Levine Presents: Women Composers from Boston to the Bayou

Levine Music 2801 Upton Street NW, United States

Explore the diverse styles and sounds of distinguished American women composers from Undine Moore, granddaughter of slaves, to Lera Auerbach, an immigrant seeking artistic asylum, and self-taught musician Jennifer Higdon. Featuring: Rebecca Carey, Kathleen Jacobi and Karen Johnson (flute), Melissa Dvorak (harp), Aron Rider (cello), Sophia Kim Cook, Dasha Gabay, Hyeweon Gessner and Amanda Halstead […]

Knitting @ Laliguras

Laliguras 4221 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

Join Upper Northwest Knitters for knitting and lunch at Laliguras from noon to 2pm. New to the craft? They bring supplies so you can try it out. Contact [email protected].

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Upper Northwest Knitters @ Tenleytown Library

Tenleytown Library 4450 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington

The Upper Northwest Knitters meet at the Cleveland Park and Tenleytown Libraries. It's free to all comers - and the organizers bring supplies so people new to the craft can try it out. More information at maryknit.com and read more about the Upper Northwest Knitters here.

Community Shredding Event

Forest Hills Playground 3200 Chesapeake St. NW, Washington, DC, United States

Safely shred your confidential documents for free, sponsored by the Erich Cabe Team with Compass. They'll be at Forest Hills Park where 32nd Street meets Chesapeake.

Family, Generations & Migration: The Austrian-American Experience

Austrian Cultural Forum 3524 International Court NW, Washington, DC, United States

Two young writers – Theodora Bauer and Sarah Wildman – will read from and discuss their books on Austrian-American border crossings and its impact on family history, especially from a […]

Presentation on Conn. Ave. Corridor Study

Cleveland Park Library 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States

DDOT plans to conduct a study of Conn. Ave. from Calvert St. to above Van Ness. ANC 3C and ANC 3F requested the study so it will at least include […]

Jazz Concert: UDC Small Jazz Ensembles

UDC Recital Hall - Performing Arts Bldg. 46-West

UDC's Jazz Ensembles present a Thanksgiving celebration. Learn more at http://lrdudc.wrlc.org/jazz/events.php

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Van Ness Holiday Pop-Up Shop

Van Ness Main Street 4340 Connecticut Avenue, Washington

Ibhana Boutique will be joined by five or six vendors inside, and two to three more vendors outside. On all eight pop-up shopping days, Olde City Farm will sell Christmas trees, wreaths and holiday decor. There will be special weekend guests such as carolers, hot chocolate and coffee vendors, holiday happy hours with local restaurant […]

Community Meeting About DDOT Connecticut Ave. Study

Van Ness Main Street 4340 Connecticut Avenue, Washington

DDOT will study Connecticut Avenue traffic, as requested by three ANCs that line the avenue between Woodley Park and Chevy Chase Circle. Agency representatives will discuss the study – which will include a look at the reversible lanes – at this community meeting hosted by ANC 3F’s Streets and Sidewalks Committee. Learn more at https://www.foresthillsconnection.com/news/ddot-to-discuss-connecticut-ave-study-at-nov-26-community-meeting/