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All Things Equal: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Supreme Court Justice “RBG” welcomes a friend of the family to her cozy chambers to convey, over the course of ninety fascinating and often funny minutes, a sense of her life and its many trials: losing her mother the day before she graduated as valedictorian of her Brooklyn high school … being one of only nine young women studying law at Harvard while also raising a daughter and helping her husband battle cancer … fighting for women’s rights in the nineteen-seventies before condescending all-male courts … and taking courageous stands for human rights as a voice of reason amid a splintering and increasingly politicized Supreme Court. An evening with a great and compassionate icon of straight-thinking

American justice emerges. Lincoln Theater, 1215 U St. NW, on Friday, May 19, 8 p.m. (doors at 6:30 p.m.). $35 to $50. thelincolndc.com

MLK Library Poetry Open Mic

If you are a poet, they want to hear it. Not a poet? Recite your favorite poetry. On the second Thursday of every month (May 11, June 8, etc.) from 6 to 7:30 p.m., in the MLK Dance Studio (level A), MLK Memorial Library, 901 G St. NW, welcomes the community to their poetry open mic night series. This is a free event open to the public and attendees of all ages are encouraged to attend. Participants are asked to keep their poetry to no more than three to five minutes and keep content PG-13. For questions or concerns, contact them at adultservices.dcpl@dc.gov.

One Jewish Boy at Theater J

In this sophisticated and quick-fire new British comedy about antisemitism, Jesse, a nice Jewish boy, falls in love with Alex, a nice mixed-race girl. The love between them is pure and absolute, but Jesse has never been able to shake off the vicious attack that changed him forever. This provocative play received a massive antisemitic response when the UK production opened in 2018; posters were defaced, and the writer received death threats. Don’t miss the US premiere of this urgent and unflinching comedy, which pits the impact of hatred against the power of love. One Jewish Boy is at Theater J, 1529 16th St. NW, from June 7 to July 2. theaterj.org.

Half Street Central Farm Market Opens for Second Season

DC’s newest farmers market, Half Street Central Farm Market, 1250 Half St. SE in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood, opens for its second season on Saturday, May 6, 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The dog-friendly market features over 30 farmers and vendors with products including meat and poultry, seafood, dairy, breads and pastries, produce, prepared foods, and juices. Marketgoers can also enjoy table seating, chef demos, children’s activities, and live music performances each week. There is garage parking on N Street and lot parking at First and N. For a list of vendors, visit centralfarmmarkets. com/half-street-vendors.

Bike to Work Day

Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 19. Join fellow bicyclists at over 100 pit stops in DC, MD, and VA for this free event for a fun and healthy way to start your day. The first 15,000 who register and attend at a pit stop receive a free T-shirt. There will also be giveaways, food, and beverages at participating locations, while supplies last. To find your local participating 2023 pit stop and for details about the pit stop, visit biketoworkmetrodc.org/find-your-pit-stop. Read more and register at biketoworkmetrodc.org.

Friends of the National Arboretum Summer 5k

On Saturday, June 3, 8 a.m., enjoy the US National Arboretum in full swing during FONA’s Summer 5k. This race will take you past garden collections in full bloom, over tree-lined rolling hills, and along streams winding their way to the Anacostia River. All roads are closed to cars during this race so you can safely enjoy running through this 451-acre urban green space. Come early to enjoy the tunes of their 5k DJ. Strollers and dogs are welcome, but dogs must stay on a 5’ nonretractable leash. All in-person participants will be required to pick up their race packet on Friday, June 2 between 2 and 6 p.m. Pacers 14th St. or on race morning at the starting line from 6:15 to 7:55 a.m. Race registration is $40. Register at fona. org/events_programs.

SAAM Fellows Lectures

On May 17, 18 and 19, 1 to 5 p.m., join the 2022–2023 class of Smithsonian American Art Museum, Eighth and G streets NW, research fellows as they present new scholarship on a range of topics and time periods, media and messages. Speakers will share research discoveries and offer fresh perspectives on works of American art. More information and a detailed schedule are available at AmericanArt.si.edu/ research/fellowslectures.

Writing Workshop Inspired by I Dream a World

On Tuesday, May 23, 5 to 7 p.m., this creative writing workshop, at the National Portrait Gallery, Eighth and G streets NW, will explore the lives of the extraordinary women featured in “I Dream a World: Selections from Brian Lanker’s Portraits of Remarkable Black Women.” Using guided writing exercises, participants will pay tribute to pioneers such as Althea Gibson, Odetta, Cicely Tyson and Oprah Winfrey, reflecting on the ways they have shaped American culture while fighting for social justice and civil rights. Open to writers of all levels who are 18+. Registration required. npg.si.edu

The Great Brookland Yard Sale

The Great Brookland Yard Sale is a day for Brookline residents to host concurrent yard sales. This year the sale is on Saturday, May 13, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, May 14. Online map : https:// brooklandcivic.org/yard-sale-map. brooklandcivic.org.

Live! at the Library: Experience the Main Reading

The Library’s Thomas Jefferson Building and all of the Library’s exhibitions are open for extended hours on Thursdays from 5 to 8 p.m. Visitors are invited to enjoy happy hour drinks and food available for purchase in the Great Hall while immersing themselves in the Library’s exhibits, collections and programs. The series regularly features special conversations, music, performances, films and workshops that showcase the broad range of holdings at the national library. On Thursday evenings, the Library of Congress now also welcomes visitors to experience its grand Main Reading Room in the Thomas Jefferson Building. Free timed-entry passes required. loc.gov/live.

Help Name New Redesign of Florida- NY Ave. Intersection

The reconfiguration of the Florida Avenue/New York Avenue NE intersection, often referred to as the “Virtual Circle” or “Dave Thomas Circle,” is scheduled to begin later this year. In addition to improving safety and navigation for pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers, this project will improve the overall experience for everyone by bringing three new public spaces to the area immediately adjacent to the intersection. For more details, visit floridaaveproject.com/florida-avenew-yorkave-intersection. In advance of the delivery of these new spaces, the NoMa BID is partnering with DDOT and inviting members of the public to suggest one overall name for the trio of new public spaces. Through June 25, the public can submit a name recommendation by completing an online survey at NameThisNoMaSpace.org.

Community Day: Hidden No More—Outstanding Classical Vocal Artists

On May 18, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (doors at 10:30 a.m.), the National Museum of African American History and Culture hosts two extraordinary musical programs that highlight talented youth and uncover the history of overlooked African American classical artists. Shared Voices, a program of the Denyce Graves Foundation, is a collaboration between HBCUs and top schools of music that promotes equity and inclusion in American classical vocal arts by championing the hidden musical figures of the past while uplifting diverse young artists. This year’s students, from eight outstanding academic institutions, will present their capstone projects in the Museum’s Heritage Hall. As part of its mission to encourage young musicians, the United States Navy Band inaugurated the Alton Augustus Adams Sr. Award for Emerging Composers. Adams was the first African American Bandleader in the US Navy. In 2022, the inaugural award was presented to Jaylin Vinson of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, for his chamber work “Afrophilia,” which will be played by the United States Navy Band’s Woodwind Quintet. Free but registration required at etix.com/ ticket/p/7321395.

Jazz in Canal Park

Enjoy Jazz in the middle block of Canal Park, 200 M St. SE, Wednesdays this Spring for a free, live performance by local groups. Here’s the remaining schedule: May 3, Heru Peacock; May 10, DC’s Di erent Drummers; and May 17, Tobago Bay Calypso. capitolriverfront.org/canal-park.

Register for the Airbnb Entrepreneurship Academy Workshop

On Tuesday, May 16, 6 to 7:30 p.m., learn about hosting and tourism entrepreneurship on the Airbnb platform. You will participate in an immersive 90-minute education program that explores entrepreneurship, experiential learning, and fostering community while providing a pathway to hosting with con dence. Register at wacif.org/events.

NGA’s Jazz in the Sculpture Garden

Concerts return on Fridays, May 19 through Aug. 4, 6 to 8:30 p.m. with new lottery system for registration. e twelve concerts will explore the American soundscape, including jazz, Latin fusion, zydeco, Indigenous fusion, and funk. Due to high demand, they are instituting a free lottery system so anyone interested in attending Jazz in the Garden has an equal chance to participate. Each concert will have its own lottery, which will open the week prior on Monday and close that Friday at noon. nga. gov/calendar/concerts/jazz-in-thegarden.html.

Community Forklift’s First Fridays Return

Community Forklift’s popular First Friday returns on May 5, 5 to 7 p.m. e reuse warehouse will be open late and they’ll have local artists and vendors, live music, refreshments, and

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ENVISIONING THE FUTURE OF DC: Public Conversations

The Committee of 100 on the Federal City is marking their 100th anniversary by hosting public conversations on topics of interest to DC residents, neighborhood commissioners, elected officials, and all who care about our nation’s capital and call it home. Remaining conversations are Reclaiming the Commons--The Value of Public Space on Wednesday, May 24, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; Before Development is a Done Deal…Empowering Residents with ArcGIS Visualization on Wednesday, June 7, 6:30 to 8 p.m.; and Does DC’s Planning and Zoning Need an Overhaul? In September. Date and time TBA. All programs are in person and will be recorded at First Congregational UCC, 945 G St. NW. Light refreshments afterwards. Read more and register at committeeof100.net/ centennial-conversations.

Arts, Beats, and Eats Festival Returns

Arts, Beats, and Eats Festival, a full day devoted to visual, musical and culinary arts, returns for the third time on May 13, noon to 8 p.m. Hosted by miXt Food Hall, Studio 3807, Portico Gallery, Artisan 4100 and the Arts Annex at Artisan 4100 (all one block apart) they invite you to visit their vibrant arts district in Brentwood, MD, right over the DC line. Musicians from Just Rock will have live music throughout the day at their studios and at miXt Food Hall. Free and open to the public. Street parking only. artsbeatseatsdmv.com.

Post-Game Fireworks at Nat’s Park

This year, Nat’s Park post-game fireworks are on Friday, May 12, Nationals vs. Mets; Friday, June 2, Nationals vs, Phillies; and “Freedom Fireworks” on Monday, July 3, Nationals vs. Reds. Look for the fireworks close-by on the southwest side of the Park. mlb.com/nationals.

modern and vintage salvaged materials to enjoy. Community Forklift is at 4671 Tanglewood Dr., Edmonston, MD. communityforklift.org.

Public Art Grant Request for Applications

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is soliciting applications from qualified individual artists or organizations for its Fiscal Year 2024 Public Art Building Communities Grant Program (PABC). Multiple awards may be made under this RFA. Award amounts vary. Submission deadline is July 17, 9 p.m. CAH staff contact is Kerry Kennedy, Public Art Program Coordinator at kerry. kennedy.dc.gov.

Hiring Bonuses for New MPD Recruits Increased

The hiring bonus for new Metropolitan Police Department recruits has increased from $20,000 to $25,000. The increase will make the department