From trade talks to art-and-pancakes, there's plenty to enjoy in Washington this week. Read on for a rundown of ideas for how to fill your calendar.
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Diaspora Talk: Ambassadors & CEOs on Navigating Investment Opportunities in Africa
First up, join AfropolitanCities for an evening of networking, knowledge exchange and inspiration as a panel of ambassadors and CEOs discuss how to navigate investment opportunities in various African countries. The panel is part of a series designed to share insights and create dialogue on issues of business, culture, sports, entertainment and politics that affect Diaspora communities.
When: Wednesday, November 14, 6-9 p.m.
Where: TBA
Admission: Free before 6:30 p.m.; $10-20 general admission
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Big Ideas Night with NYU Washington, DC Salon Series and Random House
Next, NYU Washington will host this free edition of Random House's Big Ideas Night focused on the impact and meaning of the mid-term election results. The night's featured speakers will be Peter Baker, White House correspondent for the New York Times, and CNN presidential historian Timothy Naftali and clinical associate professor of history at New York University.
When: Wednesday, November 14, 6:30-9 p.m.
Where: NYU Washington D.C., 1307 L St. NW
Admission: Free with advance registration
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Pancakes & Booze Art Show
For sweet-toothed art lovers, this Wednesday evening brings The Pancakes and Booze Art Show to Penn Social. Guests will explore more than 500 pieces of artwork created by more than 100 local artists. Also expect craft beers, signature cocktails and free pancakes. Live DJ sets and body painting round out the festivities.
When: Wednesday, November 14, 7 p.m.- Thursday, November 15, 1 a.m.
Where: Penn Social, 801 E St. NW
Admission: $18
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What Is Up with U.S.-E.U. Trade?
Another option for the politically minded: A discussion on the status and future of U.S.-E.U. trade. Sponsored by the Washington International Trade Association's, the night's featured speaker will be David O'Sullivan, the European union ambassador to the United States.
When: Thursday, November 15, 9-11 a.m.
Where: The Rutunda, Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Admission: $40-$50 for the public
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Young Professionals Persian Shabbat Dinner
Finally, consider joining young Jewish professionals from the American Friends of Lubavitch (Chabad) for a Shabbat dinner. Meet like-minded young professionals while enjoying a selection of Sephardic-inspired Latin dishes and meaningful Shabbat experience.
When: Friday, November 16, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Chabad Lubavitch Center, Washington, D.C., 2110 Leroy Place
Admission: $18-$36
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