There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From cultural food fests to dance parties, here's a roundup of options to help you get social around town.
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L'Apéro Happy Hour at Fig & Olive
Start your weekend early with the L'Apero Happy Hour at Fig and Olive. Guests will enjoy live music, and $7-9 cocktails and beers through the night this Thursday.
When: Thursday, August 30, 6-10 p.m.
Where: Fig and Olive, 934 Palmer Alley NW
Admission: Free
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Evening At The Embassy of Bulgaria
Explore the history and culture of Bulgaria at the country's embassy this Thursday evening. Young professionals are invited to step into foreign soil to mix and mingle with Bulgarian diplomats. Expect a buffet — featuring Bulgarian delicacies like sopska salad (combining tomato, cucumber, peppers and feta) beef and chicken kebabs and sweet cheese pie — Bulgarian wines not readily available in the states, an art showcase, brief film screening and more cultural treats.
When: Thursday, August 30, 7-9:30 p.m.
Where: Embassy of Bulgaria, 1621 22nd St., NW
Admission: $50
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Lake Arbor Jazz Dinner Cruise on the Potomac
Hop aboard a riverboat for a jazzy evening on the Potomac. The three-hour end-of-summer cruise features a live performance by jazz vocalist Lori Williams, a buffet dinner, cash bar and dance party amidst views of D.C. landmarks.
When: Friday, August 31, 7-11 p.m.
Where: The Spirit of Washington, 600 Water St., SW
Admission: $135
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Labor Day Rooftop Silent Disco
Head to the [silent] disco at The Embassy Row Hotel this Labor Day weekend. The open-air rooftop party broadcasts three dueling live DJs over personal headsets as the sun sets over Dupont Circle.
When: Friday, August 31, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Rooftop at The Embassy Row Hotel, 2015 Massachusetts Ave. NW
Admission: $10 - $20
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Afrobrunch Part II
The city's "biggest, blackest indoor food crawl" returns this Saturday afternoon. The brunch cook-in promises to connect locals with black-owned food trucks, restaurants and culinary brands. Guests will sample the bites of local black chefs, sip unlimited mimosas, dance to live music and play interactive games.
When: Saturday, September 1, 12-3 p.m.
Where: Big Chief, 2002 Fenwick St. NE
Admission: $10 for admission; $20 - $60 for tasting token packages
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